A global philosophy, uniquely DePaul

In the Value-Creating Education for Global Citizenship degree program, you’ll learn Soka, the early 20th-century educational philosophy of Japanese educators Tsunesaburo Makiguchi, Josei Toda and Daisaku Ikeda.

This program will prepare you to bring new focus and energy to your current school and join the global community of Soka, or “value-creating” educators. It is the only program of its kind in the world and provides a truly unique educational experience.

All courses are offered exclusively online. This degree program can be completed in under two years.

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A world of connections at your fingertips

By studying exclusively online, you’ll gain access to the knowledge and experiences of educators around the world. Instructors, students, theories and resources connected through a common mission. All without leaving your home.

Application Deadlines

Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis. Priority deadlines for scholarships are as follows:

• Fall: August 15
• Winter: December 1
• Spring: March 1
• Summer: May 1

Admission Requirements

Submit an online application, official transcripts, letters of recommendation, résumé, personal statement and writing sample.

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Required Courses

You will complete 12 courses dedicated to the teachings of Makiguchi, Toda and Ikeda, as well as one education elective.

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Soka experts from around the world

You’ll study with award-winning author and founding director of the Value-Creating Education for Global Citizenship program, Associate Professor Jason Goulah. His books include “Daisaku Ikeda, Language and Education,” which received the 2015 AESA Critics Choice Book Award, “Makiguchi Tsunesaburo in the Context of Language, Identity and Education,” and “Makiguchi Tsunesaburo (1871–1944): Educational Philosophy in Context” (with Andrew Gebert).

“Value creation is a lived experience that allows everyone to contribute to their field of study. Although the program is mainly focused on education, you learn that education can look like many different things and it is the underlying connections with people that matter the most. You will come away with more compassion, action plans to connect with people, and motivation to make changes in your local or larger community.”

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2020 anticipated graduation 

Alumni Network

Your degree connects you with a global community of Soka scholars and educators. These connections are only possible through the Value-Creating Education for Global Citizenship program, the only program of its kind in the world.

Scholarships

Graduate school is an investment in your future. The Value-Creating Education Scholarship is available to students who are enrolled in the MEd program in Value-Creating Education for Global Citizenship. Learn more about the financial aid and scholarship opportunities available to you.

Value-Creating Education for Global Citizenship Admission Requirements

Admission Eligibility

 

To be eligible to enroll in the Value-Creating Education for Global Citizenship program, students must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Application Requirements

A complete application to the Value-Creating Education for Global Citizenship program will include the following materials:

• Graduate admission application
• Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, one of which must show the conferral of a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
• Two letters of recommendation (from work supervisors or academic references)
• Résumé
• Personal statement that indicates reasons for wanting to enter the program and future goals
• Writing sample (e.g., a research paper or senior thesis)
• $40 application fee

Applicants who have earned a degree outside of the U.S. or who will be considered international students must submit additional materials. Visit our International Students page for more information.

Applicants can upload supplemental application materials, send requests for letters of recommendation, and pay the application fee through our online application system.

Application Deadlines

The Value-Creating Education for Global Citizenship program admits new students every quarter: fall, winter, spring and summer. It offers rolling admission, but the regular deadlines are set to assure students full consideration for admission and financial aid. The program will continue to accept and process applications after the regular deadline if space is available.

Term	Regular Deadline
Fall	August 15
Winter	December 1
Spring	March 1
Summer	May 1

Information Sessions

Learn more about the Value-Creating Education for Global Citizenship graduate program and meet with program faculty at an upcoming information session.

Degree Requirements

Course Requirements: 48 quarter hours required 4 quarter hours, grade of C or better required

Course	Title	Quarter Hours
VCE 510	HUMAN GEOGRAPHY AND COMMUNITIES STUDIES	4
VCE 511	VALUE-CREATING APPROACHES TO SOCIETY, KNOWLEDGE, AND POWER	4
VCE 520	HUMAN REVOLUTION IN SCHOOLS AND SOCIETY	4
VCE 531	HUMAN EDUCATION AND THE POETIC SPIRIT	4
VCE 532	DAISAKU IKEDA'S PHILOSOPHY AND PRACTICE OF DIALOGUE	4
VCE 533	PEACEBUILDING AND EDUCATION	4
VCE 540	THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF VALUE-CREATING EDUCATION	4
VCE 550	EDUCATION FOR GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP	4
VCE 560	DIALOGUE AND EDUCATION	4
VCE 570	IKEDA/SOKA STUDIES IN EDUCATION	4
VCE 580	VALUE CREATION IN APPLICATION (LOCAL AND GLOBAL CONTEXTS)	4
Select one required elective graduate course from among available options in the College of Education catalog		4

Students seeking the master’s degree in Value-Creating Education for World Citizenship have the option also to pursue an Illinois initial or subsequent teaching license. This licensure program requires students to be physically present in Chicago for the entire licensure program. Please consult your academic advisor for information regarding requirements and application procedures.

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