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EdD in Mathematics Education

Learning Mode:

  • Evening
  • On-Campus

Gain the skills you need to effect positive change in mathematics education. Take your career to the next level through research and the development of a pilot program tested in your classroom.

57Credit Hours
48Months to Complete
1Program Track
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Transform Your Future with the EdD in Mathematics

The EdD in Mathematics from Morgan State University will prepare you for a leadership role in education. With our uniquely designed core curriculum, you will develop an expertise in the characteristics and needs of urban students.

Advance your career with hands-on experience that directly translates to your career.

  • Take four core courses and then choose from electives to set yourself up for success

  • Pursue one program track that includes coursework + dissertation

  • Study on campus

  • Complete your degree in as little as four years

Why Morgan?

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  • In 2018, Morgan became a Carnegie-classified R2 doctoral university with high research activity. We are dedicated to supporting students and faculty with innovative research projects.

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  • 1st

    Morgan is first among all HBCUs for Fulbright Scholars. Our students excel in their fields, pursuing higher levels of research and achievement.

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    We take pride in our diversity and international-friendly community. Over 20% of Morgan students identify as nonblack, coming from the United States or places like Africa, China, Saudi Arabia, and more.

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Advance in Your Professional Career

There is no better time than now to pursue a career in mathematics education. Whether you are aiming to perfect your classroom skills or take on a leadership role, the EdD in Mathematics will bring you closer to your goals. We will prepare you for academic and professional pathways full of growth and opportunity that will enable you to make a real difference. Join the forward-thinking talent solving challenges facing the education field.

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Learn In-Demand Skills

Further your knowledge in the mathematical education field and develop specialized knowledge to become a leader at the local, state, or national level. Engage in a semester-long practicum where you will develop an intervention and pilot it in your classroom.

  • Research methods

  • Data analysis

  • History, philosophy, and sociology of mathematics

  • Curriculum planning

  • Challenges in urban education

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Secure Your Ideal Career

Once you graduate, you will be ready to pursue leadership positions in mathematics research and education. Professionals with this degree can earn $80,000 or more. Explore a few of the many job titles and careers in the field.

  • Math Teacher

  • Director of K-12 Mathematics or STEM Education

  • Principal and Assistant Principal

  • Program Development Specialist

  • State/District Supervisor of Mathematics

  • State/District Data Collector & Evaluator

  • Executive Director of K-12 Educational Organization

Pursue Hands-On Research and Internships

Find the competitive edge you have been seeking. Maximize your potential with real-world experiences outside the classroom, including career-oriented internships, advanced research or projects, and networking events in the Baltimore-Washington metropolis. Make connections in the community. Collaborate with our award-winning faculty. Or take advantage of Morgan State University's partnership with leading agencies like the National Science Foundation, Maryland Higher Education Commission, Travelers Insurance Company, and more. Here, you have every opportunity you need to thrive.

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Engage in Community Programs

Make a difference in Northeast Baltimore neighborhoods while advancing your career. The Morgan Community Mile is a university-community partnership that improves the area’s quality of life and economic prosperity.

Contribute to Our Legacy of Excellence

At Morgan, student success is our top priority. Our goal is to provide an exceptional learning environment in which your academic, intellectual, and personal growth excel far beyond your expectations and long after graduation. As one of the largest producers of education graduates and STEM-employed alumni in Maryland, we have a strong history of guiding students toward success no matter what the challenge. Just like our distinguished alumni before you, you can accomplish the unimaginable.  We are confident you will become part of our legacy of excellence. 

MSU Grad - Darryl Richards
The program's relevancy . . . ties in well with the latest movement in America to bring parity among all educational systems and to tear down the walls of systemic racism that this country was built upon.
- Darryl Richards, EdD in Science Education '21

Financial Support Makes Things Possible

Choosing the right program is a big decision—and we are here to help you navigate the options available for funding your education. Whether you are an in-state, out-of-state, or international student, you may be eligible for Graduate Funding. We also offer two types of Graduate Assistantships: Teaching Assistantships (TAs) and Research Assistantships (RAs). Both provide special learning opportunities in exchange for a stipend/salary and Tuition Award. In addition, by simply filing your FAFSA each year, you will be able to participate in the Federal Plus Loans and Federal Direct Loan Programs. With proper planning, going back to graduate school is more than possible. We are committed to breaking barriers and opening doors for all future students. Contact us to learn more about affordability at Morgan’s School of Graduate Studies.

  • Graduate Fellowships and federal Title III Graduate Fellowships provide a stipend and Tuition Award

  • Teaching Assistantships offer you the chance to teach and assist with undergraduate courses

  • Research Assistantships give you research experience with faculty-led or external projects

  • Federal Direct Loan Programs include the Direct Subsidized and Direct Unsubsidized Loans

  • Additional Grants and Scholarships from external sources award free money—so apply early

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Discover the EdD in Mathematics Education

Find meaningful success—both personally and professionally—with the Evening or On-Campus EdD in Mathematics Education. If you are ready to learn valuable skills for a more rewarding career, why wait? Request more information today and we will reach out to you with all the details.

1700 East Cold Spring Lane Baltimore, Maryland 21251
(443) 885-3185