Online Master of Education (MEd) in Global Education

Are you interested in discovering innovative solutions to international education challenges? If so, Arizona State University’s Master of Education in global education is an ideal fit for you. In this program, you’ll investigate the complex relationship between global and local perspectives within education systems, explore practical solutions and engage in collaborative work across cultures and disciplines.

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Quick facts

Next start date:

Next start date: 08/21/2025


Total classes:

Total classes: 10

Weeks per class:

Weeks per class: 7.5

Total credit hours:

Total credit hours: 30

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Become a leader in international education

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Will my diploma say ‘online’?

No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”

Global education master’s courses

In this program, you’ll engage in both theoretical and practical learning. Core courses center on identifying issues in global education, evaluating policies and programs, collecting and analyzing data and exploring practical solutions. The three elective courses provide opportunities to explore an area of interest, such as the global economics of education, educational research philosophy and education in the Anthropocene. Or, you can select online courses at Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation in other areas. Additionally, you can participate in the online Global Virtual Internship program through the ASU Global Education Office as one of your electives.


Global education career paths you’ll be prepared for

This master’s in global education equips graduates to pursue leadership opportunities in the education sector. Positions for which you’ll be a competitive candidate range from student services director and admission director to education nonprofit leader and director of education. Additionally, you can pursue roles in a variety of education areas including, but not limited to:

Learn alongside faculty with international research and project experience

The Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation faculty draws from a range of academic disciplines including cognitive science, psychology and economics. They seek to answer questions about the process of learning, teaching practices and effects of education policy. Our faculty is also committed to connecting research to schools and other learning environments. They ensure teacher and leadership preparation programs combine scholarly rigor with practical application.

Learn alongside faculty with international research and project experience

The Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation faculty draws from a range of academic disciplines including cognitive science, psychology and economics. They seek to answer questions about the process of learning, teaching practices and effects of education policy. Our faculty is also committed to connecting research to schools and other learning environments. They ensure teacher and leadership preparation programs combine scholarly rigor with practical application.

How to apply

Applicants to the Master of Education in global education program must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation.

Join one of the best colleges of education in the nation

Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation brings people and ideas together to increase the capabilities of educators and the performance of education systems. Our university has been recognized with peer-reviewed honors from U.S. News & World Report.

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Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

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