Frequently Asked Questions

• •   Are credits from a program I already started transferable?

We are unable to determine if credits are transferable between post-secondary institutions. Because of the specificity of our program, most credits from other institutions will not transfer. Please contact UNO to confirm if credits are transferable.

• Is this program specifically for elementary teachers?

            There are 18 hours of the Millard Graduate Program that have been designed for elementary teachers of literacy and mathematics.
            We are still working with our partner, UNO, to develop a secondary option. The program is not exclusive to elementary teachers. Technically,
            anyone can get the MPS Graduate Program Master’s Degree. Just know, currently, you will take 18 hours of elementary literacy and math.
            Any PK-12 certificated staff member can take courses.

• •  If I teach Grade 6, should I do the elementary program or wait for the secondary program?

    This is your decision, many MS teachers have an elementary endorsement. Technically, anyone can get the MPS Graduate Program
    Master’s Degree. Just know, currently, you will take 18 hours of elementary literacy and math.

• When does the secondary program begin?
          The secondary program is being reviewed.  Most likely, the PK-12 courses will form the base of the secondary program (Tech, Assessment, Behavior, EL).
  
  

• Where are the times of the class(es) for the courses?

            Please click on the “Click here for more information” link within the Course Descriptions for dates and times of each course.

• I am interested in obtaining more graduate credits to increase my salary. Do you know what my options are as far as courses go? 

           Teachers interested in salary advancement can take graduate classes and fill out the HR salary advancement form to ensure your classes are approved. Listed
          below are a couple of links that may give you additional information.  These can be found on the Human Resources (Documents) website and the
          Leadership & Learning website for Graduate Programs and Scholarships.

• • • 1. HR Documents (click Application for Graduate Course Approval)

      2. Leadership & Learning: Graduate Programs and Scholarships

      3. Superintendent Approved Courses
         
         

• Are classes in person or online?

                  Courses are in person. Please click on the “Click here for more information” link within the Course Descriptions for dates and times of each course.

• Which classes am I able to take from the list provided?

           Any of the courses can be taken individually. To apply, fill out the interest form for any of the courses listed for that semester.  The Millard
          Graduate Program is a first come first serve process as we have limited seats.  The complete process on being accepted into a course and
          then how to enroll with UNO are on that page as well.  You may take a maximum of  2 courses per semester. A  new interest form is posted each semester.

• I had a question on the tuition amount. Is that something that I have to pay for upfront or am I able to make payments, loans, etc.?

           Payment for courses would be determined directly with UNO

• When will the $400 stipend be sent to me?

           Stipend payments are processed after the completion of the course(s).  Please allow 4-6 weeks for them to be mailed out.

• • Should we have our transcripts sent to Millard Public Schools or get it sent to UNO?

          Anything registration related would be sent to UNO.  I would recommend you wait until after the zoom informational meeting so you know the exact steps
          directly from UNO. 

• Does my spot in the class this summer guarantee my spot in future classes [offered for secondary education teachers], or will I fill out an interest form each time for the next semester? 

                 Each semester we open up a new interest form and spots are reserved based on that form.  Participants are notified on the date posted on the website if
                  they have received a spot and for which course(s).

• How will I know if a spot opens in a course I am waitlisted? 

                 You will be notified by email if a spot becomes available.

• UNO Application Process Resources below - direct questions to unotedgraduateprograms@unomaha.edu

  • Quick Start Guide

  • ** Step by Step Guide to Applying for a Master’s Degree**​

  •  Non-Degree Application Guidance