Affordable Degrees for Miami Educators
Advance your education career without breaking the bank.
Rising tuition and student debt can make pursuing your career goals feel impossible, but American College of Education (ACE) tells a different story. We offer career-centered degree programs at industry-low costs that allow 87% of our students to graduate without student debt.1
The 10-month educator salary increases at Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS):2
$3,410
with a master’s degree
$5,665
with a specialist degree
$7,920
with a doctoral degree
Why Educators Choose ACE
- Affordable: Most master’s degrees under $10,0003 and doctoral degrees under $25,0003
- Valuable: For every $1 ACE students invest in their education, they receive $19.20 in higher future earnings4
- Flexible: Fully online,5 asynchronous courses designed for busy educators
- Relevant: Curriculum developed by education experts and practitioners
- Quality: Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
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ACE vs. Institutions in Miami
We’ve compiled a quick look at ACE next to institutions in the Miami area.
| Institution | ACE | Florida International University | St. Thomas University | Barry University | Nova Southeastern University | University of Miami |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course Delivery | Fully online courses5 | Some online options | Few online options | Few online options | Few online options | Some online options |
| Cost (master’s) | Most under $10,0003 (total program cost) | $11,334 (average annual in-state cost) | $12,440 (average annual cost) | $19,650 (average annual cost) | $24,830 (average annual cost) | $46,870 (average annual cost) |
CollegeTuitionCompare: Florida International University, St. Thomas University, Barry University, Nova Southeastern University, University of Miami. Competitor pricing reflects in-state tuition for public schools and annual costs rather than total program cost. As master’s programs commonly span multiple academic years, total costs at comparison institutions may exceed the annual amounts shown. Accessed July 22, 2026.
Become an Educator in Miami
Want to teach in Miami? ACE offers pathways for aspiring educators to lead a classroom, no matter where you are in your career journey.
ACE Alumni in Florida
Potential for More Savings
ACE’s tuition is designed to be affordable from the start, without relying on temporary promotions, limited-time discounts or federal funding. However, there may be opportunities for your program to cost even less.
ACE Partnership Benefits
MDCPS partners with ACE to create accessible pathways to your career growth.
MDCPS employees get a 5% tuition reduction toward any ACE program.
Advance Your Education Career in Miami
Miami’s education instruction and library occupations sector is growing by 4.67% as of 2024.6 This means that pursuing a degree not only supports your career goals but your community’s growing education landscape.
1Internal research completed in November 2025
2Miami-Dade County Public Schools 2025-26 Official Salary Handbook
3This is an estimated value of the cost of tuition and fees. Actual amounts may vary depending on the number of transfer credits applied to the selected program hours, the pace and satisfactory completion of the selected program, the receipt of scholarship or grant amounts, or adjustments to tuition or fees as described in the Catalog Right to Modify Tuition section. State sales and use tax will apply where required by law.
5Some programs also have local practicum, internship or student teaching requirements.
6Data USA: Miami, FL. Accessed July 21, 2026.