Enhance your classroom teaching
Students can choose from either the Integrated Option or a discipline-specific option (Biology, Chemistry, Math, Physical Science/Physics, or Technology), based on the expertise and qualifications needed for your classroom or school.
The Integrated Option provides graduate course experience across 2-3 different disciplines of your choice ifrom among the following areas: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics/Physical Science, or Technology.
The Chemistry, Biology, Math, Physical Science/Physics, and Technology options are geared toward teachers in those specific areas who want a greater focus on that subject within their graduate degree.
Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree and a teaching certificate with an endorsement in biology, math, chemistry, natural science, physics or physical science.
How much does it cost to get a Master's in STEM Education from UNK?
In-State
Estimated Cost: $12,833.50**
Credit Hours: 30 | Estimated Fees: $1,763.50
Cost per Credit: $369
*Cost estimates are based on 2026-27 tuition and fees across a two-year program completion timeline. Estimate does not include indirect costs. Additional Course Fees may apply. For a more detailed estimate, see the full graduate costs page.
Out of State
Estimated Cost: $19,493.50**
Credit Hours: 30 | Estimated Fees: $1,763.50
Cost per Credit: $591
*Cost estimates are based on 2026-27 tuition and fees across a two-year program completion timeline. Estimate does not include indirect costs. Additional Course Fees may apply. For a more detailed estimate, see the full graduate costs page.
Program Information
Connect with a program advisor
Let's start the conversation about your STEM Education Master's! Request information and connect with Brian, the online academic program advisor, to get more details and figure out if UNK's program is right for you.
What can I do with a Master's in STEM Education?
Through the program, you can strengthen your area of specialization or expand your knowledge of content in multiple disciplines to enhance your curriculum and improve your teaching effectiveness for students.
Completion of specific coursework in this program may qualify you to teach dual-credit, as established by the Higher Learning Commission. For information about dual-credit qualifications, contact the program coordinator.
As a teacher passionate about both science and education, I was seeking a graduate program that would not only deepen my knowledge of STEM content but also enhance my ability to teach it effectively. The STEM Education M.S.Ed. program at UNK offered the perfect balance, with a wide range of courses tailored to my professional goals, allowing me to grow in both science and pedagogy.
What truly stood out to me was the opportunity to learn from professors who are not only experts in their fields but also committed to supporting students in their professional growth. Thanks to my education at UNK, I have not only become a more confident and effective educator but also gained access to new opportunities in my career. For any science educator looking to advance in the field, this program stands out as an ideal choice.
Accreditation
UNK is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. The STEM Education M.S.Ed. program has special accreditations from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation and the Nebraska Department of Education.
