Ed.S. in Curriculum and Instruction – General Transform Your Classroom
Sharpen Your Leadership Skills with Our Education Specialist Degree in Curriculum and Instruction
As an educator, you are continually striving to better reach your students, and at Liberty University, we want to provide you with the tools you need to do just that. Our Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Curriculum and Instruction – General degree is designed to enhance your instruction, leadership, and curriculum development skills in ways that can be practically applied to the classroom, administrative roles, and curriculum development.
Throughout this online Ed.S. degree program, you can explore advanced learning theory, educational research, institutional assessment techniques, and curriculum development so you can better impact students in your classroom and beyond. With the general curriculum and instruction track, you can study core courses that interest you or best match your academic and professional objectives. The courses in our Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Curriculum and Instruction degree are all taught by experienced professors who are grounded in their Christian faith and care about your success.
Your officially conferred degree name will be Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Curriculum and Instruction – General.
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Why Choose Liberty’s Education Specialist – Curriculum and Instruction Degree Online?
With an Education Specialist degree, you can go beyond teaching and course development to step into the role of an administrator. You will be able to analyze and correct institutional-level education challenges, and become an more knowledgeable in K-12 or higher education instruction.
Our Ed.S. degree can be completed 100% online, giving you the flexibility to continue to devote time to your career and family while earning your postgraduate degree. Our curriculum and instruction – education specialist degree provides specialized instruction focusing on current trends and theories in teaching and curriculum development. With our general track Ed.S. degree program, you can be flexible with the electives you study while still gaining the valuable training and skills to be a leader both inside and outside the classroom.
By choosing Liberty for your Ed.S., you can acquire valuable knowledge in educational assessment, explore some of the latest research, and obtain skills in curriculum writing and planning that can open up new opportunities in the educational field.
What Will You Study in Our Online Ed.S. in Curriculum and Instruction Degree Program?
Our online Ed.S. program offers you core training in advanced research, theory, and assessment skills that can enhance your previous graduate studies in education while providing you with an opportunity to specialize in more advanced roles. You can learn leadership principles that are inspired by biblical truth and are foundational for success as a leader in the education field.
In addition to courses in leadership techniques, you can gain a deeper understanding of curriculum development, teaching methods, and learning processes so that you can keep your classroom fun, creative, and conducive to learning.
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Tuition & Aid
At Liberty University, a private Christian education is less expensive than you think. Over the last 10 years, Liberty University’s Online Program has only raised its standard tuition costs by less than 5% – and most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors.
| EdS and EdD Full Time | $610/Credit |
|---|---|
| EdS and EdD Part Time | $675/Credit |
| Military EdS and EdD | $375/Credit |
These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $375 per credit hour for EdS and EdD courses
- 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)
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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