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  • Prepare for in-demand education roles as more than 860,000 new teaching positions become available each year1

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Explore Our Online Education Degree Programs

With an online master’s degree in education from Shenandoah University, you’ll graduate with the expertise to go further in your teaching career both inside and outside of the classroom. Choose from the following program options and prepare for leadership roles that address challenges in education.

Gifted Education, Graduate Certificate

  • 100% online
  • 8 months
  • 12 credit hours

The gifted education certificate readies you to support high-ability students’ unique learning needs and satisfies Virginia’s state endorsement add-on requirements. 

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Literacy Education, Early Literacy, Master’s

  • 100% online
  • 20 months
  • 30 credit hours

Focus on reading development strategies for children aged three through five with this early literacy master’s degree. Upon graduation, you’ll meet the VA add-on endorsement requirements. 

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Literacy, Writing, Master’s

  • 100% online
  • 20 months
  • 30 credit hours

From grammar to linguistics, this writing literacy graduate program will upgrade your ability to teach creative and non-fiction writing skills to K-12 students. 

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Education Administration, Licensure Track, Master’s

  • 100% online
  • 18 months
  • 30 credit hours

In this Master of Science in education administration, you will gain the skills, knowledge and practical experience to sit for the SLLA and become a licensed principal in Virginia.

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Education Administration, Non-Licensure Track, Master’s

  • 100% online
  • 18 months
  • 30 credit hours

Pursue a variety of leadership roles when you earn SU’s education administration master’s degree. In lieu of licensure preparation, you will select additional elective courses. 

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Why Choose an Online Master’s Degree in Education From Shenandoah University?

When you choose an online master’s degree in education from Shenandoah, you’re choosing a curriculum focused on meeting the needs of local school districts. Each course is designed to help you build the skills to solve real-world problems in education and become an impactful teacher your students will always remember.

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What You’ll Receive as a Student

  • Competitive tuition that makes earning your online master’s degree in education an affordable goal
  • Personalized instruction from faculty with real-world experience working in local school districts
  • Convenient scheduling options that allow you to learn on your time while balancing your full-time professional commitments

Online Admission Requirements

Thank you for considering Shenandoah University for your online program. Completing your online application is the first step in joining our community of lifelong learners. From the moment you apply to the moment you earn your degree, our support team is here to assist you.

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Online Learning Experience

At Shenandoah University, learning online doesn’t mean learning alone. Join SU’s close-knit community, where caring instructors are eager to answer your questions. Our Office of Learning Resources and Services is also available for additional assistance. Build the future you want while experiencing maximum support with Shenandoah’s convenient online programs.

  • Join a network of lifelong learners 
  • Small classes with 11-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio 
  • Expert, compassionate faculty 
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Learn from Industry-Experienced Faculty

Shenandoah’s faculty share outstanding experience in their fields of study. Each educator is committed to knowing students by name and providing outstanding personalized attention and support.

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  1. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Educational Instruction and Library Occupations.” Retrieved August 21, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov.