Online M.Ed. | Master's in History Education

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Bring the Past to Life for Your Students with a History Education Master’s Program

Are you passionate about history and educating young people? Liberty University’s online Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction – History Education degree can help prepare you to construct effective curricula and teach at all educational levels.

Teaching students about historical contexts is important and aids in helping them be successful members of society. Our M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction – History program can help prepare you with the skills necessary to teach world history, American history, and European history. Our online degree format allows you to earn your degree from the comfort of home, so you can still dedicate time to work and family.

Your officially conferred degree name will be Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction – History Education.

Please note: The curriculum and instruction history online degree specialization is a non-licensure track.

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Why Choose Liberty’s Master’s in Education – History?

At Liberty University, our mission is to Train Champions for Christ. In keeping with this mission, our School of Education combines a Christian perspective with accredited programs and degrees. Our education students have the opportunity to receive valuable experiences and knowledge that can help them have a positive impact on the lives of others.

This program explores essential skills that can help you step into leadership roles and succeed as a teacher. You can gain a firm understanding of the world and the complex issues of the past that contribute to today’s society. Our online graduate history courses for teachers can help improve your knowledge of effective teaching methods and strengthen your skills as an educator.

Our goal is to produce educators and school leaders who model high academic, moral, and spiritual standards before their peers. Our master’s in history education degree follows this standard by helping to prepare candidates for effective leadership in Christian, public, and private schools. The M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction – History program is offered 100% online for your convenience. You will not need to relocate or take time off work to attend on-campus classes!

What Will You Study in the Master’s in History Education Online?

Liberty’s Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction – History online degree program features the foundational principles of education and curriculum as well as specialized knowledge in history instruction. An overview of the teaching and learning process is explored in relation to learning theory, individual differences, motivation, exceptionality, and teaching methodology. Research on human development, data collection and assessment, and application of analysis in school settings can help prepare you to understand and meet the needs of all learning styles.

The courses in our online curriculum and instruction degree will provide a comprehensive examination of the political, economic, religious, cultural, and military factors that influenced significant historical events. This multifaceted view can help you discover how all history is interconnected and give you the tools you need to communicate that complexity to your students.

Potential Career Opportunities

Upon completion of your graduate degree in history education, you can pursue a variety of careers, such as:

Curriculum developer
Educational consultant
History teacher*
Instructional coordinator

*The M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction – History does not lead to teacher licensure. However, this program may be a good fit for licensed teachers or students who do not need state teaching licensure to teach at a private school.

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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.

Graduate Education Full Time	$430/Credit
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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Admission Requirements

Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9596.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system). A regionally or nationally accredited bachelor’s degree with at least a 2.5 GPA is required for admission in good standing. Applicants who have earned a master’s degree or at least 12 graduate credits from an accredited institution will be assessed on the basis of the master’s-level degree work.
- Unofficial transcripts can be used for acceptance purposes with the submission of a Transcript Request Form.
Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.

Please note: Licensure requirements vary by state. Be sure to research the licensure requirements for becoming a teacher in your state.

Preliminary Acceptance

If you are sending in a preliminary transcript for acceptance, you must:

Be in your final term and planning to start your master’s degree after the last day of class for your bachelor’s degree.
Complete a Bachelor’s Self-Certification Form confirming your completion date. You may download the form from the Forms and Downloads page or contact an admissions counselor to submit the form on your behalf.
Submit an official/unofficial transcript to confirm that you are in your final term. The preliminary transcript must show a minimum of 105 completed credit hours.
If you are a current Liberty University student completing your undergraduate degree, you will need to submit a Degree/Certificate Completion Application.
Send in an additional, final official transcript with a conferral date on it by the end of your first semester of enrollment in the new master’s degree.

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Unofficial College Transcript Policy

Unofficial transcripts combined with a Transcript Request Form can be used for admission. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first, and will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.

Before sending unofficial college transcripts, please make sure they include the following:

Your previous school’s name or logo printed on the document
Cumulative GPA
A list of completed courses and earned credit broken down by semester
Degree and date conferred (if applicable)

Official College Transcript Policy

An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.

If the student uses unofficial transcripts with a Transcript Request Form to gain acceptance, all official transcripts must be received within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first. Failure to send all official transcripts within the 60-day period will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions for the Master’s in History Education Online

Is getting a master’s degree online worth it?

If you’re considering committing to graduate school, you will need to know if it’s worth your time and effort. The good news is that Liberty offers a master’s in history education that’s 100% online. You can complete an advanced degree whenever and wherever is convenient for you. Plus, you’ll never have to attend courses on a residential campus.

You might also be wondering if an online program is as valid as its residential counterpart. As long as your degree is from a respectable, accredited institution, then yes! Liberty University is regionally accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. You can rest assured that our program has met rigorous accreditation standards.

What can I do with a Master of Education in history?

It’s important to know that the degree you choose can help you with your career goals. A master’s in education with a focus on history could help. If you’re a licensed teacher seeking new job opportunities or specialized knowledge in history, Liberty’s M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction – History may be the program for you.

With this degree, you could pursue some of the following roles:

Curriculum developer
Educational consultant
History teacher*
Instructional coordinator

*Please note: This is a non-licensure program.

What is the difference between an M.Ed. in History and a Master of Arts in Teaching History?

A Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) can help equip you for a career as a licensed teacher. While an M.Ed. degree can help you work as an educator, it also provides the training you need to pursue educational leadership roles outside the classroom.

If you want to focus specifically on the best teaching methods and pursue an initial teaching license, you may want to consider our online MAT degree.

Does this program have any special financial benefits?

While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we actually lowered our tuition for our Master of Arts in Teaching and Master of Education programs. At $430 per credit hour for full-time students, Liberty University’s M.Ed. online is available at one of the lowest tuition rates for this degree in the country!

Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.

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