M.Ed (Master of Education) Abroad, Top Countries, Admission, Eligibility, Fees, Jobs, Salary 2023

Master of Education degree or M.Ed is a postgraduate degree which helps one become an academic expert and advance in teaching career.

M.Ed abroad studies focuses on using curricula to create study plans and ways to integrate the latest technologies into classes, and look into the specific needs of every student.

The M.Ed abroad courses usually range from 1 to 2 years and the application sessions are mostly around January to February and also in September unlike the M.Ed courses in India which are of 2 years.

M.Ed degrees allow candidates to work in a variety of settings like public and private schools, home schools, NGOs offering educational programmes, corporate environments, etc.

M.Ed Abroad Top Colleges

Tabulated below are the subject based top colleges in the world.

QS Ranking	University	Location	Average Fees
1	University College London	United Kingdom	23,430 USD
2	Harvard University	United States of America	57,218 USD
4	University of Oxford	United Kingdom	29,400 USD
6	University of Cambridge	United Kingdom	16,117 USD

Check: Top Education Universities/ Colleges abroad

Why Study M.Ed Abroad?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) there would be average job growth in educational professions with teaching jobs for elementary and middle school instructors expected to increase 3%, instructional coordinators 6%, and education administrators 4%.
The 2016 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics states and as CNBC reports, some of the best paid teachers reside in Alaska, New York, Connecticut, New Jersey and California. The annual mean average wage received by teachers abroad ranges around INR 61,63,844 to 56,31,778.
There is a wider range of specializations in M.Ed courses abroad than available in India.
Students can pursue doctoral degrees such as urban education, special education, school psychology or educational leadership.
Doctoral programs provided by some institutes also include internship opportunities as well as concentrated research projects which helps in enhancing the CV.

M.Ed Abroad Admission Process

Students should always check with the specific conditions or requirements of the college or university before applying. There are some general requirements for applying to an M.Ed program that are applicable to almost all the colleges and universities, they are as follows:

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree or a qualification at equivalent level in Education. Some colleges also accept a 2 years working experience as a teacher or a trainer if one does not have a B.Ed degree.
After the submission of the application form along with the required documents, the acceptance letter is received mentioning the enrollment process and fee details.

Eligibility and Entry Requirement

Candidates must have the equivalent bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Student’s GRE test scores are an important part of their application as most of the admission processes are based on them.
Scores of the language proficiency test such as IELTS and TOEFL are equally important.

M.Ed Abroad Documents Required

The essential documents required along with the application form are listed below:

Filled application form
Last degree diploma obtained
Transcripts of records of previous academic studies
Updated resume with relevant experience in education
Statement of purpose
Letters of recommendation from professors and employers
Standardized test scores: GRE
Language proficiency scores: TOEFL or IELTS
Receipt of the application fee (if the programme has one)

Applicants should keep a note of the deadlines for submitting the application which usually differ from one country to another.

M.Ed Abroad: Cost of Study

The cost of studying in a country plays an important role in the process of choosing a college abroad. The cost of studying M.Ed abroad usually varies depending on the country.

The table below gives an idea about the average tuition fees in some of the top M.Ed study abroad destinations.

Countries	Average Expenses
USA	5,000 to 10,000 USD
Australia	5,000 to 7,000 USD
Canada	2,000 to 4,000 USD
UK	1,000 to 4,000 USD
Germany	200 to 700 USD

M.Ed Abroad Scholarships

Studying M.Ed abroad can be quite expensive, hence students should be aware of the scholarships available for the Indian students studying abroad. The scholarship rewards can be really high and some are full tuition fee waivers as well.

Tabulated below are few of the scholarships available for Indian students pursuing M.Ed abroad.

Scholarship Name	Associated Country	Reward
Fulbright-Nehru Fellowships	USA	Variable
Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship	UK	Variable
Chevening Scholarships	UK	Variable
Inlaks Scholarship	Europe, USA, UK	100,000 USD
Erasmus Mundus Scholarships for International Students	Europe	Variable

Check: List of Popular Scholarships to Study Abroad

M.Ed Abroad Career and Job Prospects

After successfully completing M.Ed degree abroad candidates can work in formal education environments (such as schools), or in non-formal learning areas. With a masters degree in education one can get a salary hike of almost 5 to 10%.

Given below are some of the job prospects of studying M.Ed abroad along with the expected payscale.

Job Role	Description	Average Salary
Principal or Administrator	He/she is the leader of the school and is responsible for influencing and shaping the culture and learning systems and serves as an aid or advisor to teachers.	106,263 USD
Special Education Teacher	They work directly with children who have emotional or physical disabilities or who have learning impairments.	55,711 USD
School or Career Counselor	They work at most elementary, middle and high schools and help students who are struggling socially or who are having psychological issues or problems at home.	49,856 USD
Educational Consultant	They specialize in a specific area such as blended learning, improving student dropout rates or academic intervention and work to set educational goals and implement plans to achieve those goals.	102,190 USD

Source: salary.com

The salaries mentioned above may vary drastically depending on the geographic location. California being one of the top-paying states for teachers provides a median annual wage of 77,390 USD and that depends on the field of specialization as well.