M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction – Urban Education Bridge Gaps in Urban Classrooms
Meeting the Needs of Urban Students Begins with an M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction – Urban Education
Did you know that 80% of Americans live in urban communities? Liberty University’s School of Education has designed the Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction – Urban Education to help teachers meet the diverse needs of students found in urban communities. Through this urban education program, you can gain special training in relational skills. You will also study how to help students who may have experienced trauma or are going through a crisis.
Discover how to successfully teach diverse groups of students. Every student learns differently, and teachers who are trained in dynamic instructional practices for K-12 classrooms are best equipped to help them. That could be you — this degree in urban education is designed to help you meet the social, emotional, and academic needs of your students.
Your officially conferred degree name will be Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction – Urban Education.
Please note: if you want to pursue an initial teaching license, please see the Master of Arts in Teaching program.
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Why Choose Liberty’s Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction – Urban Education Degree?
Liberty’s M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction – Urban Education degree can be completed 100% online, so you can meet both your educational and personal goals. Research indicates that students in urban communities are more likely to experience risk factors such as drug use, hunger, or poverty. The specialization in urban education can help you learn the strategies to provide appropriate support and encouragement to your students.
At Liberty University, we believe your impact on the next generation matters, so we’ve lowered the price of our Master of Education degrees. All of your classes will be taught from a biblical worldview by faculty with years of experience in and out of the classroom. An affordable degree grounded in biblical principles can make you extremely valuable to educational institutions because you will be well-equipped to influence your students both academically and personally.
What Will You Study in Our Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction – Urban Education Degree?
With Liberty’s urban education degree, you can gain insight into the realities and challenges of teaching in an urban community. As a Liberty student, you can learn about the scope of diversity in K-12 classrooms and develop strategies for working with students and families who may have been impacted by trauma. Our courses are designed with you in mind — to help prepare you for a fulfilling educational career in a variety of urban areas.
Through this M.Ed. in Urban Education degree program, you will gain a broad base of relevant professional knowledge. You can learn the speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills needed for effective classroom management.
You will also examine common educational issues in urban communities and learn strategies for developing partnerships between the home, school, and community. We can help you gain the confidence and understanding when teaching in an urban environment. Every student needs compassionate and well-equipped teachers — impact the lives of those in urban communities with Liberty’s M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction – Urban Education.
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| Graduate Education Full Time | $430/Credit |
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| Graduate Education Part Time | $645/Credit |
| Military Graduate | $290/Credit |
These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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- Active Duty
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- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $290 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder*
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
*Not applicable to certificates.
These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
