Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania: Office of Graduate Admissions

frequently asked questions

Do you have online graduate programs?
Yes we do! We have three comprehensive online programs that make it convenient to do anywhere, anytime. These programs are:
Master of Education – Teaching and Learning
Master of Education – Alternative Education
Master of Liberal Arts (MLA)

When can I start?
You can start the MLA program and either M.Ed. program any semester (fall, spring or summer). The Master of Health – Physician Assistant program starts in the third week in May of each year.

What about transfer credits?

  • Nine hours of graduate credit may be transferred into the M.Ed. degree programs
  • Six hours of graduate credit may be transferred into the MLA degree program
  • Not available to Physician Assistant applicants

Do the graduate programs at LHU allow me to get teacher certification, while earning my Master’s degree?
No, unfortunately it will not. However, the M.Ed. programs will prepare you for the National Board Certification exam.

Do I have to have my teacher certification in order to be admitted into one of the M.Ed. programs?
No.

Do you have graduate assistantships at LHU?
Yes. Click on: http://gradprograms.lhup.edu/gradassistantships/ for more information

Can I receive Act 48 credits through the M.Ed. courses?
Yes.

Can any undergraduate major apply to the M.Ed. and MLA programs?
Yes.

Are there any times that you will physically have to come to campus for the M.Ed. and MLA programs?
No, these programs are entirely online, meaning that there are no face-to-face class meetings nor are there scheduled online meeting times. The programs are designed so that they can be completed anywhere, anytime.

Lock Haven University, a member of the PASSHE does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Social Equity, 301 Sullivan Hall, LHU, Lock Haven, PA 17745.