Overview

Gifted Education from Cleveland State University (CSU) is designed for previously certified/licensed teachers who are seeking any of the following:

An endorsement as an intervention specialist to teach gifted and talented learners
A master’s degree in curriculum and instruction with a specialization in gifted education
Professional development to improve their skills working with high-ability students decision-making, individualized intervention, and collaboration and leadership skills within the broader educational community.

Some of the local institutions that hire graduates include Cleveland Heights School District, Cleveland School District, Educational Service Center of Cuyahoga County, and Parma City Schools.

Career Outcomes

Those who complete the endorsement or master’s degree will be eligible to work as gifted intervention specialists, gifted consultants, and/or gifted coordinators in many school districts.

Participation in the program enhances skills in classroom teaching, administrative decision-making, individualized intervention, and collaboration and leadership skills within the broader educational community.

Some of the local institutions that hire graduates include Cleveland Heights School District, Cleveland School District, Educational Service Center of Cuyahoga County, and Parma City Schools.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Gifted Education

Developing Curriculum for Learners with Gifts and Talents

Differentiating Instruction for Diverse Learners

Programming and Services for Learners with Gifts and Talents

Practicum in Gifted and Talented Education

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-12 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-07 00:00:00 , International

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National students: rolling

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Cleveland, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

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Required

English requirements

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General requirements

Completed application with a $40 non-refundable application fee. Application fees cannot be waived or deferred.

Transcripts of academic work and degree certificates from each college/university attended. All school records should be submitted in the original language and should be accompanied by a certified English translation.
Proof of having met at least one of the English language proficiency requirements. CSU offers students the following choices to prove English language proficiency
Successful completion of CSU's IELP (Intensive English Language Program) Advanced Level, with a grade of 80% or better
Graduated from a secondary school or accredited college/university in the US or from one of the TOEFL exempted countries.
Official score report of the GRE, GMAT, or MAT if required by your department. The academic program has the option of requiring additional test requirements from applicants.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

6193 USD / year

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Out-of-State

6193 USD / year

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6183 USD / year

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