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| "After taking a year off from school upon earning my undergraduate degree, I was ready to start on a master's program, but I knew that in order to continue the job I loved I would have to find an online program. Thanks to Penn State, I know now that I am on equal educational footing with my colleagues and am one step closer to my Ph.D." —Angela Carruthers, master of education in adult education
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FAQs
How does the quality of the online M.Ed. compare to that of a resident program?
My employer will pay for my tuition. What do I need to provide with my registration so that you can bill my employer?
Do I need all of my application materials gathered before I can register for a course?
Does the World Campus accept Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) credits?
How will I complete my research projects from home?
Where will I get the help I need to complete the program?
How does Penn State's master of education program compare with those at other universities?
Is this the real Penn State?
Simply put, yes. When you successfully complete the master of education degree program, you will receive a diploma stating that you have earned a master of education degree, not an online master's degree. Neither the diploma nor the transcript differentiates the mode (online or otherwise) in which the courses or degree were completed.
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How does the quality of the online M.Ed. compare to that of a resident program?
Since its founding in 1855, Penn State has established itself as one of the nation's most respected universities. The online master of education degree program offers a level of quality and rigor consistent with Penn State's reputation for academic excellence.
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My employer will pay for my tuition. What do I need to provide with my registration so that you can bill my employer?
We will honor an "authorization to bill" letter at the time of registration. This should come from your employer and be on letterhead. Please be sure that your employer includes the contact information of the person who will be authorizing the payment.
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Do I need all of my application materials gathered before I can register for a course?
No. Many students begin taking courses toward their degree while they are completing the degree application process. This way, while students are gathering the necessary credentials for their applications, they can begin classes right away as nondegree students. To begin taking classes as a nondegree student you must follow the steps outlined in the Admissions section of this site.
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Does the World Campus accept Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) credits?
Yes. Please let us know when you register of your intention to use TAP credits for your course. We will confirm the availability of those credits prior to officially enrolling you with the University.
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How will I complete my research projects from home?
You will be able to access Penn State's University Libraries System—one of North America's leading university research libraries. You can search the online catalog and review databases as if you were sitting at a terminal in any Penn State library.
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Where will I get the help I need to complete the program?
As a distance education pioneer, Penn State has developed a nationally recognized support system for students who are geographically removed from campus. Support includes:
Technical support: The HelpDesk is accessible by phone and e-mail from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight, Monday through Friday.
Library resources: You can search the online catalog and review databases as if you were sitting at a terminal in any Penn State library.
Academic advising: Support and help is available from your academic adviser.
Student services: This office helps you with registration, scheduling, academic records, and book purchases.
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How does Penn State's master of education program compare with those at other universities?
According to U.S. News & World Report, Penn State's College of Education ranks among the nation's best graduate schools, and this online master's degree program is taught by the same nationally recognized faculty.
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