Save over $40,000 on your Master’s Degree! Start earning your degree for $10,000
*according to educationdata.org in 2024 the average Master's Degree costs over $51,000
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Take your first Happy Teacher course TODAY! Complete just four (3 credit) HT courses, and you’ll be well on your way to earning your master’s degree and save $2,840 on your UIU Master's Degree.
Earn Your Master's Degree for $10,480
Teachers Save $2,840 when they take 12 semester credits with Happy Teacher. All 12 credits transfer into Upper Iowa’s Master's in Education program, bringing the cost of your masters degree to only $10,000!
| Happy Teacher (12 credits) | $1,600 |
| Upper Iowa Master’s Program (24 credits) | $8,880 |
| TOTAL | $10,480 |
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Courses you take after your HT starter package
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Master in Teacher Leadership
Teacher Leadership Building a Positive School Culture AI in Education Trauma-Informed Education (*Other Happy Teacher courses may be substituted)
Courses you will take at UIU after the Happy Teacher starter package:
Begin Your Master Ed Program Today!*Does not qualify for TEACH grant
*This MA program does not include licensure. Check with your state on licensing requirementsCourse Number Semester Credits Course Title(s) Happy Teacher Courses 12 AI in Education
Building a Positive School Culture
Time Management
Effective Strategies for English Language Learners
*Other Happy Teacher courses may be substitutedEDU 512 3 Educational Research Methods EDU 531 3 Teaching & Working in a Multicultural Setting EDU 590 3 Capstone Seminar EDU 516 3 Best Practices: Research-Based Teaching Strategies EDU 522 3 Assessment for Learning EDU 524 3 Issues in Educational Psychology and Learning EDU 534 3 Instructional Coaching EDU 538 3 Educational Policy -
Master's in English As Second Language
Happy Teacher Courses, 12 semester credits: AI in Education, Building a Positive School Culture. Time Management, and Effective Strategies for English Language Learners (*Other Happy Teacher courses may be substituted)
Courses you will take at UIU after the Happy Teacher starter package:
Begin Your Master Ed Program Today!*If you are eligible, this degree qualifies for the TEACH grant. CLICK HERE for more info.
*This MA program does not include licensure. Check with your state on licensing requirementsCourse Number Semester Credits Course Title(s) Happy Teacher Courses 12 AI in Education
Building a Positive School Culture
Time Management
Effective Strategies for English Language Learners
*Other Happy Teacher courses may be substitutedEDU 512 3 Educational Research Methods EDU 531 3 Teaching & Working in a Multicultural Setting EDU 590 3 Capstone Seminar EDU 543 3 Concepts of English EDU 544 3 Curriculum & Methods of ESL EDU 545 3 Language Acquisition EDU 547 3 Problems in English Grammar EDU 548 3 Cultural and Linguistic Diversity -
M.Ed. in Special Education
M.Ed. in Special Education: AI in Education, Building a Positive School Culture. Time Management,Effective Strategies for English Language Learners(*Other Happy Teacher courses may be substituted)
Courses you will take at UIU after the Happy Teacher starter package:
Begin Your Master Ed Program Today!*If you are eligible, this degree qualifies for the TEACH grant. CLICK HERE for more info.
*This MA program does not include licensure. Check with your state on licensing requirementsCourse Number Semester Credits Course Title(s) Happy Teacher Courses 12 AI in Education
Building a Positive School Culture
Time Management
Effective Strategies for English Language Learners
*Other Happy Teacher courses may be substitutedEDU 512 3 Educational Research Methods EDU 531 3 Teaching & Working in a Multicultural Setting EDU 590 3 Capstone Seminar EDU 559 3 Home, School, Community Relations EDU 567 3 Characteristics with Individuals with Disabilities EDU 565 3 Methods/Curriculum: Behavior Disorders K-12 EDU 569 3 Methods/Curriculum: Learning Disabilities K-12 EDU 507 3 Diagnostic Assessment Practices in Reading and Language Arts -
M.Ed. in Gifted and Talented
Happy Teacher Courses, 12 semester credits: AI in Education, Building a Positive School Culture. Time Management,Effective Strategies for English Language Learners (*Other Happy Teacher courses may be substituted)
Courses you will take at UIU after the Happy Teacher starter package:
Begin Your Master Ed Program Today!*This MA program does not include licensure. Check with your state on licensing requirements
Course Number Semester Credits Course Title(s) Happy Teacher Courses 12 AI in Education
Building a Positive School Culture
Time Management
Effective Strategies for English Language Learners
*Other Happy Teacher courses may be substitutedEDU 512 3 Educational Research Methods EDU 531 3 Teaching & Working in a Multicultural Setting EDU 590 3 Capstone Seminar SPED 539 3 Introduction to Gifted Education SPED 540 3 Methods and Curriculum: Gifted Education PreK-12 SPED 541 3 Administration & Supervision of Gifted Programs SPED 542 3 Practicum: Gifted Programs EDU 516 3 Best Practices: Research-Based Teaching Strategies -
M.Ed. in Reading
Happy Teacher Courses, 12 semester credits: AI in Education, Building a Positive School Culture. Time Management, Effective Strategies for English Language Learners (*Other Happy Teacher courses may be substituted)
Courses you will take at UIU after the Happy Teacher starter package:
Begin Your Master Ed Program Today!*This MA program does not include licensure. Check with your state on licensing requirements
Course Number Semester Credits Course Title(s) Happy Teacher Courses 12 AI in Education
Building a Positive School Culture
Time Management
Effective Strategies for English Language Learners
*Other Happy Teacher courses may be substitutedEDU 512 3 Educational Research Methods EDU 531 3 Teaching & Working in a Multicultural Setting EDU 590 3 Capstone Seminar – Reading EDU 507 3 Diagnostic Assessment Practices in Reading and Language Arts EDU 580 3 Best Practices in Literacy Interventions EDU 525 3 Content Area Literacy EDU 545 3 Language Acquisition EDU 585 3 Advanced Instructional Issues and Methods in Reading and Language Arts -
M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education
Happy Teacher Courses, 12 semester credits: AI in Education, Building a Positive School Culture. Time Management, Effective Strategies for English Language Learners (*Other Happy Teacher courses may be substituted)
Courses you will take at UIU after the Happy Teacher starter package:
Begin Your Master Ed Program Today!*This MA program does not include licensure. Check with your state on licensing requirements
Course Number Semester Credits Course Title(s) Happy Teacher Courses 12 AI in Education
Building a Positive School Culture
Time Management
Effective Strategies for English Language Learners
*Other Happy Teacher courses may be substitutedEDU 512 3 Educational Research Methods EDU 531 3 Teaching & Working in a Multicultural Setting EDU 590 3 Capstone Seminar – Early Childhood ECE 523 3 Health, Safety, Nutrition in Early Childhood ECE 551 3 Introduction to Early Childhood ECE 552 3 Observation & Assessment in Early Education ECE 556 3 Administration / Supervision: Early Childhood ECE 557 3 Methods / Curriculum: Early Childhood Education
Why Teachers Love the Happy Teacher + Upper Iowa Master's Degree
The 12-semester Happy Teacher Package paired with Upper Iowa University’s Master’s in Education helps teachers move up the pay scale with a program designed for real life.
With month-long Happy Teacher courses and 8-week UIU sessions (including a 6-week summer option), educators focus on one course at a time through 100% online, self-paced classes. Expert faculty, dedicated advisors, and strong support make the process seamless from start to finish.
“The program was so do-able, even with working full time and three kids.”
100% of surveyed teachers who completed this pathway would recommend it for the flexibility, support, and pay scale movement that lasts a lifetime.
Take the next step—Happy Teacher and UIU make your master’s achievable.
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FAQs
Q: Can I apply my Happy Teacher course toward a Master’s in Education degree?
Yes. We offer a guaranteed pathway where 12 semester credits earned through Happy Teacher Professional Development transfer directly to Upper Iowa University’s Master’s in Education programs (non-licensure).
This pathway helps you save both time and money:
- Save $2,840 by completing your credits with Happy Teacher
- Apply all 12 credits toward your degree
- Reduce your total Master’s cost to approximately $10,000
For other universities, many of our eligible PD courses can be converted into graduate-level credits that may transfer toward a Master’s degree. Because transfer policies vary, we recommend confirming eligibility with your chosen institution.
Q: Is this an accredited pathway to a Master's in Education online degree?
Yes. Upper Iowa University is a regionally accredited institution through the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), ensuring that your degree meets recognized academic standards.
In addition, the 12 graduate-level credits earned through Happy Teacher Professional Development are also HLC-accredited, making any course eligible for transfer into Upper Iowa University’s non-licensure Master’s in Education programs.
Q: How can this program support salary advancement for teachers?
This program is designed for licensed teachers who want to earn their Master’s in Education in areas such as Teacher Leadership, ESL, Early Childhood, Gifted and Talented, Special Education, and Reading—while also increasing their earning potential.
By starting with Happy Teacher and transferring 12 semester credits, you can save nearly $3,000 and begin moving across your district’s salary schedule (e.g., BA+15, MA+30) as you progress toward your degree.
Because salary advancement policies vary, we recommend checking with your district to confirm how credits will apply. To support you, we also offer a free step-by-step course with ready-to-use templates to help you get approval and document your advancement plan.
Q: Who is this program designed for?
This pathway is ideal for licensed K–12 teachers, instructional coaches, and school professionals who want to work toward a Master’s in Education in areas such as Teacher Leadership, ESL, Early Childhood, Gifted and Talented, Special Education, and Reading, while gaining practical, classroom-relevant skills.
Q: How long does it take to earn credits toward a Master's in Education?
The program is fully online and flexible, allowing you to learn at your own pace. Many educators begin earning transferable graduate credits within a few weeks, depending on their schedule and course selection.