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American College of Education

American College of Education

Get an M.Ed. with less debt and a convenient online format at ACE

Make an informed decision about your master's degree

When it comes to choosing a college for your Masters in Education, consider this online college created by educators for educators.

As teachers and school administrators ourselves, we understand just how demanding - and rewarding - your job can be. We understand the long days, the budget concerns, and the classroom challenges.

That's why we provide affordable, convenient graduate degree programs and subject-area concentrations that fit your schedule and won't drain your savings or shackle you with debt.

Distinguished faculty

Our students learn from industry-leading educators including National Faculty and Adjunct Professors affiliated with top-notch research universities such as Harvard University, Texas A&M, Rutgers, University of Southern California, UC-San Diego and many more.

Top-notch academics

ACE works with world-renowned education experts - including science educator Dr. Sally Ride, literacy expert Dr. Louisa Moats and school reform and student psychology expert Dr. Howie Knoff - to develop innovative academic programs that are relevant to today's American students and educators.

Our commitment to bringing our students the most innovative programming available adds to the incredible value of an ACE education.

Academic programs

Accredited master's degree programs:

  • M.Ed. in Educational Leadership
  • M.Ed. in Educational Technology
  • M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction

Subject-area concentrations:

  • Concentration in Sally Ride Science Teaching
  • Concentration in Louisa Moats Literacy Instruction
  • Concentration in Implementing K-6 Common Core Mathematics Standards
  • Concentration in Digital Learning and Teaching
  • Concentration in Building Strong Schools to Strengthen Student Outcomes (A Project ACHIEVE Institute)
  • Specialization in English as a Second Language (ESL)
  • Specialization in Bilingual Education

Institute of Professional Development:

  • Sally Ride Science Teaching
  • LETRS® Louisa Moats Literacy Instruction
  • Earth Space and Science Curriculum
  • ESL Certification Preparation in Texas
  • Conversion of National Board Certification to College Credit

A college designed for the busy educator

Unlike traditional schools, our programs were designed for the busy working teacher or school administrator, with:

  • Anytime, anywhere access to your curriculum
  • Flexible, 5-week courses with continuous enrollment (1-2 weeks off in between courses – total of 12 courses)
  • Supportive faculty and student services support
  • 24/7 access to digital library resources
  • Technical support
  • No textbooks

ACE at a glance

  • Locations: Indianapolis, IN; Chicago, IL; Orlando, FL; Dallas, TX
  • Accreditations: Accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
  • States where we have operating authority: FL, GA, IL, IN, LA, TX, WI
  • Numbers of graduates: 3,831 (as of October 2011)
  • States represented: 46
  • Countries represented: 24
  • Students of color: 30% of student body
  • Number of faculty: 113
  • Average age of students: 38
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Accreditation

American College of Education is accredited by:


The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400
Chicago, IL 60602-2504
Phone: 312-263-0456 or 800-621-7440


American College of Education is authorized by:


The Illinois Board of Higher Education
431 East Adams, Second Floor
Springfield, IL 62701
Phone: 217-782-2551.


Visit American College of Education in the Directory of Approved Programs (.pdf) published by Illinois State Board of Education, Division of Certification and Division of Education Preparation and Recertification.




School Facts

Institutional Accrediting Agency Agency that determines the quality of education and training for an institution of higher education.
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission

Address Physical location of institution's main/corporate office or headquarters.
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 1776
Chicago IL 60606

Calendar Type When you can enroll in/take classes.
5 week sessions with monthly enrollment dates

Delivery Format Is learning completed entirely online, and are there any special teaching methods?
The American College of Education's proprietary, state-of-the-art technology platform provides the ability to work on or offline with full access to all course materials, providing anytime, anywhere learning.

Technical Requirements Required hardware/software that you'll need in order to run the course software.
Successful participation in this program requires students to have consistent, ongoing access to a computer and the Internet.

Geographic Restrictions Can you take the programs anywhere?
U.S. Citizens Only.