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Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction: Degree Application

Application Instructions

The Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction at AOEU is designed for passionate educators who want to strengthen their skills in curriculum design, instructional practice, and educational leadership. Your application is an opportunity to demonstrate your experience, professional competency, and readiness for graduate-level study.

You’ll submit the following:

  • Application form
  • Micro-portfolio (2 artifacts + descriptions)
  • Writing sample (1–2 pages)
  • Application fee ($50)
  • Official transcripts

Read below for the micro-portfolio requirements, writing sample prompt, and information about sending transcripts.

2. Micro-Portfolio

Showcase your understanding of curriculum and instruction through selected teaching artifacts. Combine artifacts and descriptions into one document (.pdf preferred). Include:

  • Two artifacts that showcase curriculum, instruction, assessment, or reflective practice (original lesson plans, curriculum maps, assessments, or documentation of reflective practice
  • A 2–3 sentence description for each artifact explaining what it is, your involvement, and how it demonstrates your expertise

Tips: Formats may be links, screenshots, images, or other accessible media. Proofread and spell-check all descriptions and explain the context, your role, and why you selected each artifact. Upload to the student portal or email your admissions counselor for upload.

Writing Sample

Write a 1–2 page response (professional grammar, clear organization) addressing:

  1. Why is visual art a necessary part of student learning?
  2. Which specialization are you pursuing and why? What is your motivation for pursuing a master’s degree from AOEU?

Tips: Use personal examples and/or references to strengthen your response. Ensure your writing is professional, organized, and proofread. Upload to the student portal or email your admissions counselor for upload.

Official Transcripts

Transcripts that document a conferred bachelor’s degree or higher must be sent directly from your institution.

  • Electronically: Request delivery via Parchment Exchange or send to transcripts@theartofeducation.edu 
  • By mail:
     Registrar, The Art of Education University
     518 Main St. Suite A
    Osage, IA 50461

Learn more about international transcript requirements.

Need Help?

Our admissions counselors can help you set goals, break the process into manageable steps, and guide you from start to finish.

Contact: admissions@theartofeducation.edu