Overview
Morgan State University is a comprehensive, urban-oriented university located on a 122-acre campus in a residential area 4 miles from downtown Baltimore. With a tradition of excellence in teaching, research, and service, it stands as the state's primary institution of higher education charged with addressing social, political, and economic concerns of urban areas. Morgan State University offers programs leading to undergraduate liberal arts and preprofessional degrees as well as master's and doctoral degrees.

Morgan State University enrolls a diverse student body of more than 6,000 students, of whom approximately 800 are graduate students pursuing any of the twenty-three master's degrees and twelve doctoral degrees offered on the campus. A large number of student organizations provide opportunities for students to participate in a rich cultural, recreational, educational, and religious campus life.

The Location and Community
Morgan's campus in northeast Baltimore provides easy access to everything the city has to offer: world-class museums, the Baltimore Symphony, great jazz clubs, ethnic festivals, fabulous restaurants, major-league sports, shopping, and sightseeing at the Inner Harbor. Baltimore qualifies as a prime destination for visitors, with its waterfront location, outstanding transportation network, and proximity to New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. The short 10 miles from Baltimore Washington International airport (BWI) is conveniently covered by cabs and shuttles and offers a breathtaking view of the harbor.

Programs of Study and Degree Requirements
The School of Education and Urban Studies (SEUS) at Morgan State University was established in 1981 by the merger of the School of Education and the School of Urban Studies and Human Development. The School of Education and Urban Studies has the primary responsibility for provision of high-quality professional programs of study for careers in education, social work, mental health, and family and consumer sciences. The graduate programs in mathematics education and in science education are housed in the Department of Advanced Studies, Leadership and Policy at SEUS. These master's and doctoral programs prepare graduates for professional careers in science or mathematics education as teacher educators, researchers, administrative leaders, curriculum developers, and education specialists in related corporations or organizations. The goal of the graduate programs in science and mathematics education is to provide students with a rigorous background in current science and mathematics education research and theory, while providing opportunities to engage in research and in the application of research and theory-based knowledge for instructional development and teacher education projects. The programs are designed for full-time or part-time study and include disciplinary studies in mathematics or science, in addition to pedagogy, research methods, and educational foundations.

Facilities & Resources
The SEUS is linked to several centers and school systems, which enables students to gain practical experience and undertake research while completing their degree. For example, the Center for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Education (CEMSE) is directly linked to the mathematics and science graduate programs. CEMSE provides opportunities for students to undertake research and projects aimed at increasing the quality and quantity of mathematics and science teachers in Maryland; strengthening instruction in the elementary, middle, and high school programs in mathematics and science; increasing the effective use of educational technology at all levels of instruction; strengthening the mathematics and science education curricula at Morgan State University; and sponsoring student academic preparation for successful entry into science- and mathematics-related professions. The M.S. and the Ed.D. programs in mathematics or science education enable students to work directly with mathematics and science classrooms in the Maryland public school system. Students are required to design and implement interventions that could lead to improved delivery of mathematics or science education in the elementary, secondary, or postsecondary level. The interventions are approved, implemented, and assessed under the guidance of an assigned adviser. SEUS is linked to several professional development schools in the city of Baltimore that provide ready access for student and faculty member research.

Expenses and Aid
The combined cost of tuition and fees for in-state students is $347 per credit hour; for out-of-state students the combined cost of tuition and fees is $587 per credit hour. There are additional fees of $55 per credit hour.

Financial Aid:
Tuition scholarships are available for qualifying part-time students. Full-time students may be eligible for graduate assistantships.

Housing/Living Expenses:
Graduate student housing is available at the Northwood Housing Complex at a cost of approximately $3400 per year and at the newly constructed Morgan View facility at $580 per month. A number of privately owned apartments are available in the vicinity of the campus. The cost of these apartments starts at about $500 per month.

How to Apply
Admission procedures and program requirements are detailed in the graduate catalog, which is available online at the Web site listed in this Iprofile. A hard copy of the catalog may be requested from the Graduate School at 443-885-3185. For further information about the doctoral programs in mathematics and science education, students should contact the University at the telephone number listed in this profile. Morgan State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution that provides access to education and employment regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Application for admission for the fall semester must be received by February 1, the spring semester by October 1, and the summer session by March 1.

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