Master's Accelerated Program (M.A.P.)

Students who have a strong commitment to become qualified educators should consider the Master's Accelerated Program (M.A.P.). Available only on the main campus, this dual-admission program allows students to complete both a bachelor's and a master's degree in education in an accelerated format.

This rigorous and accelerated program is for day students. Students will complete all general education requirements prior to entering the M.A.P. program. After the general education requirements are completed the student will participate in four 16-week semesters at the undergraduate level, with 12 to 18 credits per semester. The 12 to 18 credits taken per term, plus the mandatory clinical experiences, require the students to be very flexible with their time, as courses can be scheduled Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some possible evening and weekend seminars. NSU arranges the clinical observation hours with local participating schools.

Students can choose from a bachelor's degree in either Prekindergarten/Primary Education (Age Three Through Grade Three), Elementary Education (K-6), or Exceptional Student Education (K-12). Students are clustered, by major, into a 15-student cohort that will begin and complete the bachelor's degree portion of the M.A.P. together. The cohort concept fosters a supportive, collegial learning environment for the students.

M.A.P. students who successfully complete the undergraduate coursework within their designated major are unconditionally eligible for admission to the master's program at the Fischler School of Education and Human Services. While enrolled at the master's degree level, students are able to complete their final year of study in M.A.P. and meet the requirements for a master's degree in education. Students beginning their first internship are taking graduate level courses. For financial aid purposes, the students are still considered undergraduate students and should consult a financial aid counselor for further information.

Individuals seeking entry into M.A.P. must be admitted to NSU's Professional and Liberal Studies Program. For more information, contact Terry Davis at dterry@nsu.nova.edu.