EdS Curriculum and Instruction at University of Idaho

Programme overview

University of Idaho's Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in curriculum and instruction is an advanced graduate degree designed for experienced educators who want to strengthen their instructional expertise, expand their leadership skills and improve learning outcomes. Whether you're preparing to lead curriculum initiatives, mentor colleagues, advance your career or deepen your knowledge of teaching and learning, the Ed.S. provides advanced preparation to help you make a greater impact in education.

Faculty: College of Education, Health and Human Sciences | Department: Curriculum and Instruction | Duration: 60 credits | Intake: Fall, Spring and Summer This program is not available to international applicants requiring F-1 visa status | Location: Moscow, ID, United States

What you will study

The degree totals 24 credits. Required courses listed in the catalogue include CTE 4300 Leadership and Student Organizations; CTE 4310 Supervising CTE Career and Technical Student Organizations (Max 3 credits); CTE 4640 Career Guidance and Transitioning to Work; CTE 5510 Principles and Philosophy of Career and Technical Education.

Career pathways

Related occupations listed for this programme include Postsecondary Education Teachers; Instructional Coordinators.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Education level: Bachelor's degree in a similar or related field from an accredited or recognized institution (earned or expected before the start of the graduate program). The academic program may also require a master’s degree earned prior to the start of the EDS program. Transcripts for all post-secondary education will be required. Unofficial transcripts may be used for initial admission review.; GPA: 3.0 (Applicants with a lower undergraduate GPA who have relevant professional experience in the field, have already earned a graduate degree, or have completed graduate-level credits may still be considered for admission with approval from the academic program.); GRE: Not required; Letters of recommendation: Three; Statement of Purpose; Valid picture ID (required to verify students’ identity and will be kept confidential); English proficiency (for applicants whose education was completed in countries where English is not an official language). Applicants must also meet University of Idaho College of Graduate Studies admission requirements.

Entry terms: fall (August start), spring (January start) and summer (mid-May start). Fall 2027 applications are open and the university admits on a rolling basis.

Law (JD): apply through the LSAC portal; the Fall 2027 application opens Sept. 1, 2026 and the final deadline is June 30, 2027. The application fee is $50 (waived through Jan. 15, 2027).

Apply through the official page: https://www.uidaho.edu/graduate-studies/admissions

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