M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction FAQs

Professionals in teaching, training, administration, and curriculum design would seek a Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction. Students earn this degree for the purposes of refining curriculum development skills, professional advancement, and to develop stronger approaches to curriculum delivery. Individuals with a master's degree are also able to pursue teaching positions as adjunct instructors at many colleges.

The Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction is a 36 semester hour program consisting of 12 courses, including a capstone project. See the M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction Program Options page for additional information.

Students may transfer up to 6 semester hours of graduate credit from an accredited college or university. The coursework must be comparable to that offered at CCU and fulfill the CCU MACI degree requirements. Coursework applied to the MACI program must have been earned with a grade of “C” or better.

In contrast to a traditional master's thesis where students present the results of original research, the capstone is a combination of theory and practice. This includes an original instructional design of a curriculum for a specific target audience.

No. The M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction degree is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, but does not lead to licensure with the Colorado Department of Education (CDE). However, students in the CCU College of Adult and Graduate Studies undergraduate licensing program for educators and alternative licensing programs take graduate credits that may be transferred into the MACI program.

All of Colorado Christian University's programs are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. The M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction program is also endorsed by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). Visit our Accreditations page for details.

Read about specific admission requirements for the M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction program. A bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited institution is required. There are no specific prerequisites for the program.

The GRE is not required for admission to this program.

View current tuition and fees for the M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction program.

See our Financial Aid site for detailed information about financial aid and payment options for graduate students. The first step in applying for financial aid is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You are also encouraged to check with your employer about additional tuition benefits that may be available through your company.

A student can typically start classes as soon as the application process is complete and acceptance has been granted into the M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction program. Online coursework for the M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction program is offered continuously throughout the year depending on enrollment.

M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction classes are offered exclusively online in an asynchronous format. Most courses are taken individually and run for 5-weeks.

A graduate certificate is advanced study in an area of specialty leading to helping individuals and employees enhance their skills to the extent that the training results in positive growth for the individual or organization. Each certificate program consists of three, 3 credit courses for a total of 9 credits. See the M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction Program Options page for more information.

Students applying for a graduate certificate may go through the same application process as a graduate degree-seeking student. Students may also apply for a graduate certificate as a non-degree seeking student.

A student can earn the required 9 credits for the certificate and continue on to earn an additional 27 credits for a M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction degree.