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MA

Mathematics Education (9-12)

UNC Pembroke’s 100% online Master of Arts in Mathematics Education is designed for licensed high school math teachers ready to deepen their content knowledge and elevate their instructional practice. You’ll gain advanced skills in mathematics and effective teaching strategies — preparing you to lead with confidence in the classroom and beyond. Whether you're aiming to improve student outcomes, influence curriculum or step into a leadership role, this program empowers you to grow your impact and your career. Our program is fully accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and leads to licensure in North Carolina.

Application Deadline

Aug. 11, 2025

Classes Start

Aug. 18, 2025

Sharpen your expertise. Strengthen your impact.

In this 36-credit hour master’s program, you’ll complete 18 credit hours in advanced mathematics — exploring topics such as probability, statistics and abstract algebra. The remaining 18 hours focus on high-impact teaching practices, including curriculum design, instructional leadership and professional development. Each course is intentionally designed to connect theory to real classroom application, so you can immediately enhance your teaching. You'll graduate equipped to elevate student learning and prepared to pursue leadership opportunities within your school or district.
Major Requirements
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Admissions Checklist

Admission to the program is based on a few key qualifications. Before you apply, make sure you meet the outlined requirements. These help ensure you're prepared for graduate-level coursework in math education. If you have any questions, reach out to us in the Mathematics and Computer Science department.

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Requirements

  • 2.7 GPA
  • 3 References
  • Official transcripts
  • Written personal statement
  • Teaching license
  • Bachelor’s degree in mathematics or 24 credit hours in math-related coursework

 

After UNCP

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UNCP empowers you to grow your expertise, advance your career and make a lasting impact where it matters most.

Common Careers

  • High School Math Teacher 
  • Math Instructional Coach
  • Curriculum Specialist or Coordinator
  • Education Consultant
  • Department Chair or School Administrator

 

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Get In Touch

Our Admissions counselors are here to answer any questions you have.

or call us at 910.521.6271

 

 

Faculty

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Gangadharayya Hiremath

Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science


910.521.6589
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Guo Wei

Professor of Mathematics


910.521.6582
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Laszlo Zsilinszky

Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science


910.521.6768
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