Master of Science in Education in Elementary Math Online

Strengthen student learning outcomes with data-centered instruction strategies that adapt to the academic needs of each learner.

Apply by: 1/3/25
Start class: 1/13/25 Apply Now Apply Now

Program Overview

Explore our 100% online MSEd. in Elementary Math

Sharpen your expertise as an elementary math educator when you earn your MSEd. in Elementary Math online from Northwest Missouri State University. Address the demand for math teachers in the classroom and math specialists in the workplace while learning innovative teaching techniques that will prepare students for success.

In this master’s in elementary math education, you will deepen your understanding of how elementary school students learn data and probability, pre-number concepts and operations in base ten, geometry, measurement, and algebraic reasoning. Additionally, develop your ability to teach equitably and contribute to a supportive school culture with essential multicultural education coursework.

Expand your career opportunities with our focus on instructional leadership. After completing this program, you will have satisfied the course requirements for the elementary math specialist advanced teaching certification. Broaden your impact on education and promote school-wide learning when you master the process of evaluating, analyzing and integrating multiple data sources.

Northwest courses focus on real-world application. Improve your teaching when you apply what you learn today in your classroom tomorrow. We are the university for education for a reason—our AAQEP-accredited online programs give you the most benefit with the most convenience. Designed for practicing educators, our 100% online MSEd. in Elementary Math is relevant and rewarding.

Accreditation:

AAQEP logo

Northwest Missouri State University is accredited by the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP) and is recognized by the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education™ (DESE) and the Higher Learning Commission.

Graduates of this online elementary math master’s program will be able to:

  • Improve math teaching abilities in the elementary environment
  • Equip teachers with the expertise to provide math teaching, coaching and direction for other teachers
  • Identify strategies for school and district improvements in math education
Graduates of this online elementary math master’s program will be able to:
  • Improve math teaching abilities in the elementary environment
  • Equip teachers with the expertise to provide math teaching, coaching and direction for other teachers
  • Identify strategies for school and district improvements in math education

Career opportunities in education include:

  • Elementary Math Teacher
  • Math Curriculum Specialist
  • Math Interventionist
  • Elementary Math Specialist
Career opportunities in education include:
  • Elementary Math Teacher
  • Math Curriculum Specialist
  • Math Interventionist
  • Elementary Math Specialist

Also available:

Northwest offers a variety of specialized online education program options. Check out our other online education programs.

Total Tuition $11,730*
Program Duration As few as 12 months
Credit Hours 30

Accreditation:

AAQEP logo

Northwest Missouri State University is accredited by the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP) and is recognized by the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education™ (DESE) and the Higher Learning Commission.

Apply Now

Need More Information?

Call 844-890-9304

Call 844-890-9304

Tuition

Our competitive tuition price makes Northwest stand out

Our MSEd. in Elementary Math online program offers affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition, which is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. All fees are included.

View additional tuition information+

Program Per Credit Hour Per Course Per Program*
MSEd. in Elementary Math $391 $1,173 $11,730

Important Refund Information

2nd day of class Last date for 100% refund for dropped course
4th day of class Last date for 75% refund for dropped course
6th day of class Last date for 50% refund for dropped course
8th day of class Last date for 25% refund for dropped course

Tuition breakdown:

Total Tuition $11,730*
Per Credit Hour $391

Transfer your credits for lower tuition

Use our Tuition Estimator to see how affordable your degree could be. Slide the notch to the number of credits you've already earned—which may qualify for transfer credit—to get an estimate of what your degree might cost.

0
45
Transfer Credits: 0
Your Estimated Tuition: $16,140
Apply Now

Transcripts sent from other colleges and universities will be evaluated, and accepted credits will be added to the student's A-State record. The Tuition Estimator is not a guarantee or predictor of the number of credit hours that will be accepted.

Calendar

Remember these important dates and deadlines

Northwest online programs are delivered in an accelerated format ideal for working professionals, conveniently featuring multiple start dates each year.

View full calendar  + 

TermProgram Start DateApplication DeadlineDocument DeadlineRegistration DeadlinePayment DueLast Class Day
Spring 11/13/251/3/251/6/251/7/251/8/252/28/25
Spring 23/10/252/24/252/27/253/3/253/5/254/25/25
Summer 15/5/254/21/254/24/254/28/254/30/256/20/25
Summer 26/23/256/6/256/11/256/13/256/17/258/8/25
Fall 18/25/258/11/258/14/258/18/258/20/2510/10/25
Fall 210/20/2510/6/2510/9/2510/13/2510/15/2512/5/25

Now enrolling:

Next Apply Date: 1/3/25
Next Class Start Date: 1/13/25
Ready to take the next steps toward

earning your degree?

Apply Now

Admissions

Apply for your degree quickly and easily

At Northwest, we’ve streamlined the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. Please read the requirements for the MSEd. in Elementary Math online, including what additional materials you need and where you should send them.

Admission Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
  • GPA of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale
  • Teaching certificate, valid and in good standing
View all admission requirements +

To apply for this program, you must meet these requirements:

  • Valid teaching certificate
  • A minimum overall grade point average of 2.75 on the undergraduate transcript OR an undergraduate overall GPA of 2.50 to 2.74 and a 3.0 GPA on six hours of required graduate coursework at Northwest in the major program where admission is requested.
  • Documentation of ONE of the following:
    • Successful completion of another Master's Degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education with at least a 2.75 GPA OR
    • National Board Certification OR
    • Successful completion of nationally normed educational performance assessment or content assessment OR
    • Department analytical writing assessment that is evaluated using a writing scoring guide based on the modified CUNY scales with a score of 4.0 or higher. OR
    • Recent teaching evaluation

If you are a non-Missouri student, you should determine whether this program fits the certification requirements for your state.

Official transcript(s) can be emailed to: [email protected]. To submit official documents by mail, send them to:

Graduate Records Specialist
Northwest Missouri State University
800 University Drive
Maryville, MO 64468-6001

Have a question? Call us at 844-890-9304.

Click here for State Authorization information.


Admission Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
  • GPA of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale
  • Teaching certificate, valid and in good standing

Courses

Explore the coursework for this master’s in elementary math education online

For the MSEd. in Elementary Math online, the curriculum is comprised of 10 courses (30 credit hours).

Expand All
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
The course is designed to develop understanding of probabilistic reasoning and the collection, exploration, and analysis of data. Emphasis will be given to how children think and learn about these concepts and how they fit into the elementary school curriculum.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
The course is designed to develop an understanding of the learning and teaching of pre-number concepts, counting and cardinality, and numbers and operations in base ten. Emphasis will be given to how children think about and learn these concepts and how they fit into the elementary school curriculum. Co-requisite: EDCI 62625 Seminar and Internship in Numbers and Operations.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
The course is designed to develop an understanding of the learning and teaching of rational numbers and ratio and proportional relationships. Emphasis will be given to how children think about and learn these concepts and how they fit into the elementary school curriculum. Co-Requisite: EDCI 62626 Seminar and Internship in Rational Numbers and Proportional Thinking.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course will focus on the content and complexities of teaching and assessing algebraic reasoning in grade 1-6 settings. Course content will include examination of representation and analysis of mathematical situations and structures. Attention will be given to patterns, functions, and the transition from arithmetic to algebra. Co-requisite: EDCI 62627 Seminar and Internship in Algebraic Reasoning.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to develop an understanding of the teaching and learning of geometry and measurement. Emphasis will be given to how children think and learn these concepts and how they fit into an elementary mathematics education. Co-requisite: EDCI 62628 Seminar and Internship in Geometry and Measurement.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This introductory course provides opportunities for participants to develop knowledge and understanding of leadership principles and the process of continuous improvement as it relates to the roles and responsibilities of elementary mathematics specialists.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This second leadership course in the EMS program focuses on research and practice related to teamwork, interaction, communication, conflict resolution, and leadership in K-5 schools. Candidates will examine strategies for influencing and facilitating school/district improvement (e.g., mentoring and observing colleagues, conducting professional development, and making data-informed decisions to improve student learning) collaborating with colleagues and administration. Candidates will focus on mentoring and observing colleagues, conducting professional development, and making data-informed decisions to improve student learning school and district-wide. Prerequisite: EDCI 62623 Mathematical Leadership for Elementary Mathematics Specialists: Foundations.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This practicum course serves as a capstone for the Masters in Elementary Mathematics Program. Candidates will acquire experience through their practicum that provides opportunities to synthesize and apply the content knowledge, develop and refine the leadership skills, and demonstrate their capabilities as an Elementary Mathematics Specialist included in the Association of Mathematics Teacher Educator’s EMS Standards. Pre-requisites: 4 out of the 5 of the following courses - MATH 17623, MATH 17625, MATH 17626, MATH 17627, and MATH 17628.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course will focus on the development of skills related to finding, evaluating, analyzing, prioritizing and integrating data sources for the improvement of student learning. Students will retrieve data, develop an action plan for improvement, and create a project demonstrating proficiency in data literacy.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Students who complete this course understand and demonstrate the capability to promote the success and well-being of each student by applying the knowledge, skills and commitments necessary for equitable protocols for student support, equitable access in a least restrictive environment, responsive practices for culturally responsive teaching and leadership, and a supportive school culture that ensures each student and family is treated fairly. 27 hours field experience embedded in the course.

Ranked #1

Northwest Missouri State University is ranked #1 among the "Best Online Colleges in Missouri" by SR Education Group (2020)

Highly Qualified Faculty

100% of classes are taught by professionals, not graduate assistants

*Tuition and fees are based on current rates. Textbooks and laptops are not included with tuition.

Request Information

Submit this form, and one of our enrollment specialists will contact you to answer any questions and guide you through the process, from start to finish.

  • *All fields required.

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Or call 844-890-9304

By submitting this form, I am providing my digital signature agreeing that Northwest Missouri State University (Northwest) and its agent, Risepoint, may email me or contact me regarding educational services by telephone and/or text message utilizing automated technology or a pre-recorded message at the telephone number(s) provided above. I understand this consent is not a condition to attend Northwest or to purchase any other goods or services. Privacy Policy. SMS Terms.

Ready to get started?

Start your application today!

Apply Now
Apply Now
Or call 844-890-9304 844-890-9304

for help with any questions you may have.

Related Articles