Applications for the online MA program are currently closed. The application will open again in September for the Summer 2023 term. View application instructions.
Build a foundation in child and adolescent development theory and practice to jumpstart a career working with children, youth, or families. In the individualized studies track, you’ll take core courses in child development and round out your degree with elective courses that align with your professional goals.
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Take foundational courses in child and adolescent development:
In addition to the program’s core courses, you'll take 12 credits of electives or a minor selected from the other MA in applied child and adolescent development tracks or existing courses at the U of M. Examples include:
Knowledge of child and adolescent development will help you across a wide range of careers. Start or advance your career in a profession that intersects with child development and become a leader in your field.
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I learned a vast amount of skills within my field experience, as well as rich knowledge within my MA studies, that I will carry with me throughout the rest of my professional career as I train the next generation of early childhood educators.
Erin Gorski
Online M.A Individualized studies track alum
Students who take all of their courses online qualify for the Minnesota resident tuition rate. Tuition for our MA program follows the University’s general resident graduate tuition rates. Full-time enrollment is 6 to 14 credits per semester. Each track in our MA program has its own course and credit requirements.