Master of Science in Agricultural Education

The Master’s in Agricultural Education at North Carolina A&T State University – America's largest HBCU – will prepare you for a professional career in teaching or communicating the complexities of the global agriculture and natural resources systems that we all depend on.  

Specializations (or Careers)

• Secondary Education
• Extension Education
• Adult Education
• Public Relations
• Program Development and Evaluation    

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the Master of Science in Agricultural Education degree program, students must first apply and be admitted to The Graduate College at North Carolina A&T State University.  

Program Requirements

The Master of Science in Agricultural Education at N.C. A&T offers two concentrations for you to choose from, depending on your career goals:

• Professional Licensure – Prepares individuals to teach agriscience education in middle and high schools. Graduates of this track are eligible to apply for advanced (graduate level) licensure in North Carolina. This track offers graduates versatility in career options because it prepares them for the many other professions that rely on agricultural educators.
  
  

  Curriculum Guide: Master of Science in Agricultural Education (Professional Licensure)   

• Professional Service – Prepares individuals for careers in agribusiness, Cooperative Extension, government or legal professions.
  
  Curriculum Guide: Master of Science in Agricultural Education (Professional Service)  

The program requires completion of 30 credit hours, with thesis and non-thesis options. Each student’s program of study is guided by a graduate committee.

Professional Licensure Disclosure

North Carolina A&T State University participates in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (NC-SARA). Participation in NC-SARA allows the University to provide distance learning programs and coursework to residents of states and territories outside North Carolina. However, NC-SARA does not grant automatic reciprocity with other states or exempt N.C. A&T from the professional licensing requirements required by other states or territories.

If you reside outside of North Carolina and are interested in completing an online or distance-education program with North Carolina A&T State University that leads to a professional license or certification in your home state, it is imperative that you understand the regulations and requirements for your home state PRIOR to enrolling in any academic program.

N.C. A&T’s Teacher Education programs meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in North Carolina and are approved by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI).

The curriculum for the Master of Science in Agricultural Education (AGED) program does not meet state educational requirements for licensure or certification for the following states and territories.

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virgin Islands, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

For more information, contact the licensing board in your state of residence or the NC SARA Teacher Education Directory for information about licensing in your state.

Mailing Address

The University's mailing address is:

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University 
1601 East Market Street
Greensboro, NC 27411

Learn more about professional licensure.

Contact Information

For program-related questions:

For assistance with the admissions process:

The Graduate College 
Email
336-285-2366

For online learning support and inquiries:

Extended Campus
Email
336-334-7810 or 888-498-6752 (Toll-Free)