What are the dates? May 2012 – December 2013
What is the application deadline? Currently accepting applications.
Where are the courses delivered? Primarily at the main Montreat College campus (in Montreat) with a few on-line components.
Is it a resident program? No; you will need to be at Montreat College for one weekend a month during the fall and spring semesters and for a 2-week block during the summers.
How many credits do I earn? 33 -36 credits for the six core courses, portfolio and practicum.
Does it involve writing a thesis? You can choose to write a thesis or complete a project. We encourage either to yield a work worthy of being published in the field of Environmental Education.
Is the program continuous? Yes; you move through the program with the cohort that you start with. Each summer we begin a new cohort.
What does this degree course cost? The total tuition for 4 semesters for 2011-2013 is $20,520. A Lab Fee for the Ecosystems Course offered in the second Summer term will be required. This will be charged in three installments of $1,000 in each of the first three semesters for a total of $3000. The total cost of the program is $23,520 plus a $50.00 application fee. (See the “cost” tab above.) *Note: Students taking more than 4 semesters to complete the program, including thesis/project credits, will be subject to additional tuition fees.
Does this include room and board? No, students are responsible for organizing their own housing and transportation to Montreat College. For a list of local accomodations, click here.
My background is strong in science but weak in education; is this a problem? No, this program is designed for students from a wide variety of backgrounds and we hope to expand both process and content.
My background is strong in education but weak in science; can I be accepted into the program? Yes; this program is designed for students from a wide variety of backgrounds, and we hope to expand both process and content.
When I take this degree course, will I obtain my teaching certification? No; this is not an educational degree program, but if you don’t already have it, you will complete most of the requirements for the North Carolina Environmental Education Certification.
What is the time expectation for completion of the Master of Science Degree? You should complete the program in 1.5 – 2 years’ time.
Can I keep my regular job and complete the Master of Science Degree? As long as you can commit to one weekend a month during the fall and spring semester and two weeks during the summer to be away from your job, you should be able to keep your job.
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