Accelerated Master's in 1 year, thoughts and advice

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  1. Wurlitzer

    Wurlitzer New Member

    I am seriously considering enrolling in Walden University's accelerated Masters degree in education program, as they claim the degree can be completed in one year, and for approximately $12,000. Has anyone earned this degree from them, in only one years time? If so, please share your experience.

    Does anyone know of any other accelerated programs, at other accredited schools?

    I need to get my masters yesterday, so a one year program would be ideal for me. My background is in education, but my masters doesn't have to be; it would actually be preferable for me to obtain it in physical education and/or health. All advice sincerely appreciated, thanks in advance.
     
  2. Michelle

    Michelle Member

    Another option is Nova Southeastern's MS in Brain-Based Teaching. Here's a link about the program: BrainSMART It can be completed in 12 months, and I loved the program. You won't be just checking off a box by getting this degree but will be gaining valuable knowledge to make you a better educator. The program is challenging, but it's also enjoyable because it was designed using the brain-based techniques being taught in the program.
     
  3. airtorn

    airtorn Moderator

    Online Masters of Education Degrees | American College of Education

    The American College of Education has a M.Ed. in Health and Wellness Education. Current tuition and fees for the 31 credit program are $7,125 and you can power through it in a year.
     
  4. SteveFoerster

    SteveFoerster Resident Gadfly Staff Member

    Not bad. Remember, though, they don't participate in federal financial aid programs, so if you enroll there you need either to have the money already, have someone else on tap to pay, or actually be creditworthy for that amount.
     
  5. Pelican

    Pelican Member

    I did not study at WU, but I did study in two other accelerated programs at some other schools, with short semesters. I found I could learn better at a slower pace, so changed schools.

    First, This left no time to think deeply about the information, little time to write quality papers, no time to apply the knowledge to my job, and far less time to communicate with teachers and get ideas back from them.

    Second, my instructors were unwilling to match the supposed quick pace. They assigned less homework per course and rushed giving feedback, sometimes skipping it altogether.

    Maybe the situation at WU is better, but something to check on before starting an accelerated program.
     
  6. major56

    major56 Active Member

    Lamar University offers eight online NCATE accredited M.Eds. (36-hour programs /5-week courses). NCATE accredited programs will be beneficial as to reciprocity agreements amongst various state educator licensures /credentialing.

    Tuition: eTuition: $705 per 3-hour course

    See why our online graduate program is right for you - Lamar University

    http://luonline.lamar.edu/graduate/med-teacher-leadership/index.html
     
  7. mattbrent

    mattbrent Well-Known Member

    I earned my MSEd from Walden back in 2008. I did their program in designing curriculum, instruction and assessment. I transferred one class in, and it took me 14 months. I took 2 classes per 8 week term. It was a lot of work, but I didn't have any kids at the time or anything. We actually found out we were going to have our first child while I was working on the program, so I definitely wanted to try to finish quickly. At the time they did not allow you to take 2 classes your first term OR take a 2nd class at the same time as the Action Research class. If I could've doubled up for those classes, I would've finished in a year, but since I couldn't, it took another 2 months.

    -Matt
     
  8. rebel100

    rebel100 New Member

    For fast you can always consider WGU Online Master's Degree in Education at WGU | Affordable Online Masters Degree The competency based format moves, generally, as quick as you can. My MBA was completed in 14 months (I took a couple months off to max my employer contribution) and for right at $9000 total....I could have knocked $3000 from that, but it would actually have cost me due to how my employer covers the tuition reimbursement.
     
  9. Graves

    Graves Member

    I earned my Master of Arts through APUS. I finished my coursework in 16 months by taking two courses every eight weeks (minus the capstone). You can petition with the college to take more than two courses per term if they are offered, but two was a steady and challenging pace for me. It's not accelerated per se, but you have some input on what pace works for you.
     

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