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M.Ed. in Leadership in Mathematics Education

Unlock Potential Through Leadership in Mathematics Education

You’re shaping tomorrow for your students. Invest in brighter possibilities for you too. Regent’s Master of Education (M.Ed.) – Leadership in Mathematics Education is designed for the K-8 classroom teacher who wants to improve and expand instructional skills in mathematics. Coursework will equip you to demonstrate a deeper understanding of the mathematics you are teaching and how they connect to higher levels of math.

Online
30+
May 12, 2025
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INCREASE YOUR EARNING POTENTIAL

Capitalize on a higher salary teaching a subject your passionate about.

EXPAND YOUR CAREER PATH

Enjoy opportunities in public and private schools and communities.

DEVELOP STRATEGIES FOR IMPROVING INSTRUCTION

Enhance mathematical literacy through active learning.

ALIGN YOURSELF WITH EXCELLENCE

Experience Regent ranked among top national universities by U.S. News & World Report for four years (2019, 2020, 2022 and 2023). Its programs have also been recognized among the top 10 online graduate education programs in Virginia for 11 consecutive years. Regent graduates are empowered to make a difference in lives, which has led to more than 900 alumni being recognized as Teachers of the Year in Hampton Roads since 2004.

Presented from a Christian worldview, this in-demand degree is supported by award-winning faculty in Virginia Beach.

Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.

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The School of Education’s educational leadership and teacher preparation programs and the College of Arts and Science’s bachelor’s in education programs are awarded full national accreditation from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) for a period of seven years, to 12/31/2030.

On completing the Master of Education – Leadership in Mathematics Education program, the graduate can:

  • Effectively explain number systems and number theory; geometry and measurement; statistics and probability; and functions and algebra.
  • Understand curriculum and technology trends to help students process and retain critical math skills.
  • Develop coaching and leadership skills to assist diverse learners and teachers.

Career Opportunities

For grades K-8:

  • Mathematics Supervisor/Specialist/Coordinator
  • Mathematics Lead Teacher/ Department Chair
  • Mathematics Coach
  • Mathematics Interventionist
$68Thousand
Mean annual wage for middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2023
Featured Courses
EADM 547Educational Leadership in Mathematics I3
Essential characteristics, skills, and dispositions needed to maintain effective math education leadership roles in K-8 schools. In-depth review of national and state mathematics standards. On-site professional development models discussed with primary emphasis on the Content-Focused Coaching model by Lucy West. Cross-listed with EADM 647.
EADM 548Educational Leadership in Mathematics II3
Field-based experience to develop and demonstrate skills for carrying out effective mathematics coaching in K-8 schools. Review of literature on best practices and case studies, and self-critique of videotaped coaching sessions. Prerequisite: All program coursework. Cross-listed with EADM 648.
EDU 600Graduate Foundations for Education2
Provides the knowledge, resources, and essential skills needed for success at the graduate level. Topics include academic writing, online learning, information literacy, and advising and support services for Education.
MATH 540Curriculum Studies, Trends, & Technology in Mathematics3
Discusses big picture mathematics curricular design ideas, including history of mathematics curriculum, development of national and state standards, curriculum frameworks, and implementation of effective practices including instructional technologies into K-8 schools. Reviews recent developments, research, and theoretical foundations of curricular concepts and practices in mathematics. Cross-listed with MATH 640.
MATH 541Numbers, Systems & Operations for K-8 Teachers3
Historical numeration systems, base systems, representing numbers, combining numbers, relationships among numbers, and the nature of large and small numbers. Includes children’s thinking, how they learn this basic mathematics, their problem-solving strategies, and how they construct their understandings of the base ten number system and arithmetic. Cross-listed with MATH 641.
MATH 542Geometry & Measurement for K-8 Teachers3
Mathematical reasoning and geometric ideas through the study of topics in Euclidean geometry and measurement. Provides an appreciation for topics in other geometries such as non-Euclidean, fractal, and computational. Includes evaluating geometric thinking in grades K-8 using the van Hiele model of geometric thought. Cross-listed with MATH 642.
MATH 544Algebra & Functions for K-8 Teachers3
The mathematical underpinnings of algebra: patterns, variables, and functions. Includes modeling and interpreting graphs of linear and nonlinear functions (quadratic, polynomial, and exponential growth and decay) as well as analyzing, interpreting, and assessing children’s algebraic thinking in both written and oral communication.  Cross-listed with MATH 644.
MATH 549Rational Numbers & Proportional Reasoning for K-8 Teachers3
Basic number strands in fractions and rational numbers, decimals, percentages, ratios, and proportions as identified in K-8 national and state standards. Includes interpretation, computation, and estimation to develop rational number concepts, skills, and proportional reasoning. Cross-listed with MATH 649.
MATH 551Probability & Statistics for K-8 Teachers3
Counting (i.e., combinatorics), probabilistic structures, data analysis, and reasoning. Includes common misconceptions in children’s learning, and K-8 classroom applications to meet national and state standards. Includes interpreting children’s probabilistic thinking, understanding how they learn these concepts and how to help build problem-solving strategies. Cross-listed with MATH 651.
MATH 556Assessing & Teaching Mathematics to Diverse Learners3
With an emphasis on learning characteristics that can make mathematics difficult for diverse learners, this course discusses barriers to learning mathematics; research-based instructional strategies for meeting the needs of diverse learners; creation of accessible learning opportunities; differentiation of mathematics instruction; and methods for designing and analyzing formative and summative assessments. Cross-listed with MATH 656.
MATH 598Mathematics Specialist Final Project3
A culminating experience for Mathematics Specialists that includes providing evidence, in the form of an electronic portfolio, that critical program competencies have been met. Students also self-reflect on their learning experiences and teaching philosophy. Pre-requisite: All program coursework. Cross-listed with MATH 698.

2024-25 Semester Check-In Deadlines

All students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.

SessionSemester Check-InSession Start Date
Session AFriday, August 9Monday, August 19
Session MFriday, September 6Monday, September 16
Session BFriday, October 11Monday, October 21
Session CWednesday, January 8Monday, January 13
Session TFriday, January 31Monday, February 10
Session DFriday, March 7Monday, March 17
Session EFriday, May 2Monday, May 12
Session FFriday, June 13Monday, June 23

Admissions Requirements

Step 1: Apply to Regent University

Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.

Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.

Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial Transcripts

Submit your unofficial transcripts to regent.edu/items.

Upon submitting your application, you will receive an email requesting authorization for Regent University to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution. International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES, AACRAO or NAFSA approved agency.

Step 3: Submit Your Government-Issued ID

To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Please submit a scanned copy or photograph of it to regent.edu/items.

Please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu should you have any further questions about the application process.

Note: All items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.

Part-Time Students

DegreeTuition Cost Per Credit HourAverage Credit Hours Per SemesterAverage Tuition Per Semester
Master of Education (M.Ed.)$5856$3,510
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.)$8206$4,920
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)$8203$2,460
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)$8203$2,460

Full-Time Students

DegreeTuition Cost Per Credit HourAverage Credit Hours Per SemesterAverage Tuition Per Semester
Master of Education (M.Ed.)$5859$5,265
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.)$8209$7,380
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)$8206$4,920
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)$8206$4,920

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)$900 (Fall & Spring)
$750 (Summer)
University Services Fee (Online Students)$750

Military Admissions & Aid » | Cost of Attendance »

PART-TIME STUDENTS

DegreeTuition Cost Per Credit HourAverage Credit Hours Per SemesterAverage Tuition Per Semester
Master of Education (M.Ed.)$5656$3,390
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.)$8006$4,800
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)$8003$2,400
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)$8003$2,400

Full-Time Students

DegreeTuition Cost Per Credit HourAverage Credit Hours Per SemesterAverage Tuition Per Semester
Master of Education (M.Ed.)$5659$5,085
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.)$8009$7,200
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)$8006$4,800
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)$8006$4,800

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)$850 (Fall & Spring)
$700 (Summer)
University Services Fee (Online Students)$700

Military Admissions & Aid » | Cost of Attendance »

*Rates are subject to change at any time.

Licensure Requirements

Must hold a valid Collegiate Professional Teaching License or equivalent from another state and have taught for a minimum of three years in which the teaching of mathematics was an important area of responsibility.

“As I pondered what do to with the rest of my life when I retired from the Navy, I knew I wanted a job that made me feel valuable and one in which I felt I was making a difference. Thanks to Regent's Career Switcher Program, I know in my heart that as a teacher I do that every day.”
Beth Lambert, M.Ed., 2010 Senior Curriculum Developer
“Looking back, I can take almost every single facet of my daily work and tie it to my training at Regent. ”
Thomas "Randy" Brunk, M.Ed., 1989 Head of School, Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy
“Regent really helped me understand the unique landscape of Christian higher education. I feel better prepared to contribute to Life Pacific College's distinct mission and purpose because of my time spent here.”
Josh Arnold, M.Ed., 2008 HR Leadership & Management
“I was equipped with the critical thinking skills I needed to strategically implement and assess fresh and creative ways to approach instruction and learning. I received consistent encouragement from my professors and cohort to push beyond my personal best in research and daily practice.”
Alicia Langley, M.Ed., 2012 TESOL
“Regent's M.Ed. in TESOL program has prepared me to organize and run the ESL courses at my school. Regent's TESOL professors assign the most applicable projects, which have helped me with planning lessons, selecting curriculum and creating assessments, as well as with conducting several teacher-in-service sessions for my school.”
Katherine Tipton, M.Ed., 2011 Teacher