![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Advance Your Teaching Career at Rockhurst University
+$10,000
Average annual pay increase with a master’s.
+20%
Lifetime earnings premium with a master’s degree.
+10%
Projected growth for education & instructional roles over the next 5 years.
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Required for educational leadership roles.
Expand your impact in education.A Master of Education helps educators extend their influence beyond the classroom. Whether you’re pursuing leadership, specialization, or advancement, the degree supports growth while keeping your work rooted in purpose and impact. Designed for working professionals, the program offers flexible delivery options to ensure quick completion. With a focus on leadership, learning, and applied practice, the M.Ed. prepares graduates for advancement while staying rooted in purpose-driven education. The M.Ed. program at Rockhurst is a practical, high-impact investment in your professional future. Complete the form to receive your information packet and take the next step toward a purpose-driven career. Discounts available for alumni and faith-based K-12 educators.
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Ready to move your career forward?Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Secondary Education (Online)The Rockhurst University online Master of Education prepares secondary educators to strengthen instructional practice and apply informed perspectives to educational policy and classroom decision-making. Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Curriculum, Teaching & Assessment (Online)This program prepares educators to evaluate curriculum, teaching methods, and assessment strategies with an emphasis on diverse learning environments through rigorous coursework and applied learning experiences. Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Special Education (Online)The Special Education concentration prepares educators to effectively support students with mild to moderate cross-categorical disabilities.Students in this online concentration area spend a significant amount of time in diverse school settings during the day. Master of Education (M.Ed.) - STEAM K-12 (Online)This program supports K–12 educators in advancing STEAM instruction through innovative teaching strategies and emerging educational practices. Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Teacher Leadership (Online)This program prepares educators for leadership roles and serves as a strong pathway to Rockhurst’s Ed.D. in Education and Leadership, which can be completed in as little as two additional years. Coursework emphasizes leadership, assessment, policy, ethics, organizational behavior, and change in educational settings. ![]() Statistics Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) — Occupational Outlook Handbook & unemployment tables (https://www.bls.gov/ooh/); Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce — education & earnings premiums (https://cew.georgetown.edu/); GMAC — Corporate Recruiters & Alumni Outcomes Reports (MBA) (https://www.gmac.com/); and professional associations including AOTA, APTA, ASHA, AACN, and SIOP for workforce summaries. |