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Online education degrees designed for flexibility
An education degree helps prepare you to build a fulfilling career, shaping learning experiences, fostering inclusivity, driving change in education and more.
MS in Education: With Capella Tuition Cap, you won’t pay more than $12,000 in tuition costs for your degree.
EdD in Education: With Capella Tuition Cap, you won’t pay more than $32,000 in tuition costs for your degree.
Eligibility rules and exclusions apply. Connect with us for details.
Find your education program
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Learning format
MS in Nursing (MSN)
108 Specialization(s) available
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MSN in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner »
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MSN in Care Coordination
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MSN in Family Nurse Practitioner »
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MSN in Nursing Education
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MSN in Nursing Informatics
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MSN in Nursing Leadership and Administration
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RN-to-MSN Care Coordination
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RN-to-MSN Nursing Education
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RN-to-MSN Nursing Informatics
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RN-to-MSN Nursing Leadership and Administration
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bachelors
1,2,7,8,10,26
doctoral
8,12,7,2,10,26,9,1
certificate
9,7,8,2
masters
8,12,2,1,10,26,9,7
bachelors
2,7,1,10,8
doctoral
2,10,12
certificate
masters
8,2,10,7
Know your costs from the start. With Capella Tuition Cap, you won’t pay more than $12,000* for the MS in Education or $32,000* for the EdD
*Acknowledgment of Capella Tuition Cap terms and requirements: student must complete an acknowledgment of the terms and requirements of the Capella University Tuition Cap before the student reaches the census date in the first course of the program. Failure to timely complete and return the acknowledgment will forfeit the student’s eligibility for the tuition cap.
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MS in Education
Amplify your expertise to ignite success in your chosen specialization. Options include curriculum and instruction, leadership in educational administration (P–12), English language learning and teaching, higher education leadership and administration, early childhood education studies, instructional design and educational technology, and more.
Accredited and recognized
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation and recognitions provide the assurance we meet standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services and fiscal stability. See all of our accreditations and recognitions.
A message from the president
We understand that your success goes beyond the classroom as you pursue your education degree. We offer robust support systems to empower you throughout your journey. Our dedicated advisors will guide you, helping provide you with the resources and assistance needed to thrive. Additionally, our learner-facing services range from technical assistance to library resources and career services. We wish you the best of luck in your studies and in achieving your academic and professional goals.
Constance St. Germain, EdD, JD
President, Capella University
Our education programs are built around student success
Your success is our mission. Flexible online courses, an interactive learning environment, responsive faculty and staff – at Capella, we’re dedicated to providing a supportive learning environment that can help you achieve your goals.
CAEP accredited
Capella University’s Educator Preparation Provider (EPP) unit meets rigorous national standards for educator preparation set by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation.
Technology driven
In an increasingly online world, it’s critical that you learn to apply technology effectively to improve learning, productivity and professional practice. We’ve made technology central to your program.
Questions about our education programs? Start here.
The length of time to complete your degree will depend on many factors including your degree level and learning format. Connect with our enrollment counselors to learn more.
The cost of an education degree can vary based on the program or degree level you are interested in. Capella offers many ways to save on your master’s or doctoral degree in education. Learn more about how you can save.
Education programs often have student teaching requirements where students will apply the pedagogy they’ve learned directly into a classroom. While student teaching is not required, some specializations do require completion of a practicum or internship.
Capella’s education faculty
Our competency-based curricula are designed, developed and taught by faculty who bring a wealth of real-world knowledge and experiences to the courseroom. Their passion for teaching and their deep commitment to excellence help ensure that you have relevant learning experiences that prepare you for the complex demands of your profession.
Your journey with us is more just an academic pursuit; it is an immersive experience designed to help you thrive in your profession and make a lasting impact on your community.
Meet education leadership
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