The Master of Art Education is an academic graduate degree that can be earned through four-year universities. Many universities across the United States offer the degree.
Master of Art Education degrees are typically classified as Master of Art (MA) or Master of Science (MS) with an emphasis in art education.
The purpose of the Master of Art Education degree is to prepare individuals for art-teaching jobs or as a prerequisite for a doctoral degree in art education.
Typical MA or MS programs require the successful completion of 35 course credits above the bachelor's degree. Most programs require a capstone research project (i.e., thesis) or additional coursework in lieu of a thesis.
The Master of Art Education prepares individuals to work in places such as K-12 schools, community colleges and art museums.
Refer to the National Art Education Association's "Standards for Art Teacher Preparation Programs" to learn the characteristics of a high-quality program.