Dr. Curtis Mason

Associate Professor

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Biography

Curtis Mason is an Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs in the College of Education at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, where he holds the position of Teaching Associate Professor in Education Policy and Organization Leadership. His professional expertise encompasses the intersection of education policy, identity formation, and the impact of social constructs on educational equity. His academic focus includes courses on foundational education principles, educational politics, and the development of research proposals in education. Mason engages in critical discussions around power, privilege, and diverse identities within educational contexts, fostering a reflective environment for students pursuing careers in education. He is committed to exploring asset-based frameworks that challenge deficit-based perspectives in education.

Research Interests

Courses

EPS 202: Foundations Education EPOL 202: Foundations Education-ACP EPS 201: Additional Writing Component EPS 423: Politics Education EPOL 412: Undergraduate and Graduate Overview of Political Structure EPOL 591: Thesis Seminar EDUC 201: Identity Difference Education

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.