Program Overview
UMass Boston Current Students Parents & Families Faculty & Staff Alumni Home Academics Majors & Programs Education - Middle & Secondary MEd Inspire the next generation of middle and high school aged learners. Request Info Apply Request Info Loading... About the Program Master's In Person Education & Counseling UMass Boston’s Middle/Secondary Education MEd will prepare you for initial licensure as a middle school or high school teacher. Grounded in inquiry-based instruction and social justice, the program will equip you to thrive in urban, diverse, and inclusive classrooms. This top-tier teacher preparation program offers hands-on classroom experience and access to a nationwide network of alumni educators.
Key Program Features
- Immersive On-Campus Experience: In-person seminars, laboratory sessions, and professional networking at University of Massachusetts Boston.
- Expert Faculty: Taught by research-active academics and practitioners with deep expertise in Education.
- Diverse International Cohort: Study alongside students from around the world, broadening your global professional network.
- Research-Informed Curriculum: Content grounded in the latest academic research and real-world industry practice.
- Dissertation / Capstone Project: Culminating independent project applying your expertise to an original research question or industry challenge.
- Dedicated Career Support: Access to career coaching, employer networking events, and job placement assistance.
- 24 months Duration: Part-time and accelerated options may be available — enquire with the admissions office.
Career Opportunities
Career Possibilities
Massachusetts has teacher license reciprocity with all 50 states, so your UMass Boston teaching license can transfer nationwide (may require completing additional requirements). You can also earn a second license in special education or English as a second language to reach more students and classrooms.
Here’s where this degree can take you:
- English (5-12)
- History (5-12)
- Mathematics (5-8 or 8-12)
- Digital Literacy/Computer Science (5-12)
- Physics (8-12)
- Chemistry (8-12)
- Biology (8-12)
- Earth Science (8-12)
- General Science (5-8)
- Middle School Math/Science (5-8)
- Latin & Classical Humanities (5-12)
- Spanish (5-12)
- Chinese (Mandarin) (5-12)
- Music (all levels)
Program Curriculum
Financing Your EducationEstimate Your Program Cost:Get a feel for your expected program costs using theGraduate Program Cost Calculator.Program Cost Information: For more detailed information on costs, please visit theBursar's websiteto learn more about Regular Session Tuition & Fees for in person courses and Special Price Tuition & Fees for online courses. Please refer to Financial Aid for more information on assistantships and other financial aid resources.Graduate Student Financial AidGraduate Scholarships
Admission Requirements
How to ApplyMiddle/Secondary Initial Licensure:Applications to start in the fall are due by April 1 (priority deadline) and June 15 (final deadline). Applications to start in the spring are due by November 1 (priority deadline) and December 1 (final deadline).Teach Next Year:Applications to start in the summer are due by March 15 (priority deadline) and April 15 (final deadline).Application Fee:The nonrefundable application fee is $75. UMass Boston alumni and current students that plan to complete degree requirements prior to graduate enrollment can submit the application without paying the application fee.Applicants must meetgeneralgraduate admission requirementsin addition to the following program-specific requirements:Submit scores for the Communication and Literacy MTELPlease note: MTEL scores are optional for admission.Apply as a Graduate Student
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 31,425/year (international)
Financing Your EducationEstimate Your Program Cost:Get a feel for your expected program costs using theGraduate Program Cost Calculator.Program Cost Information: For more detailed information on costs, please visit theBursar's websiteto learn more about Regular Session Tuition & Fees for in person courses and Special Price Tuition & Fees for online courses. Please refer to Financial Aid for more information on assistantships and other financial aid resources.Graduate Student Financial AidGraduate Scholarships
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Financing Your EducationEstimate Your Program Cost:Get a feel for your expected program costs using theGraduate Program Cost Calculator.Program Cost Information: For more detailed information on costs, please visit theBursar's websiteto learn more about Regular Session Tuition & Fees for in person courses and Special Price Tuition & Fees for online courses. Please refer to Financial Aid for more information on assistantships and other financial aid resources.Graduate Student Financial AidGraduate Scholarships
About University of Massachusetts Boston
University of Massachusetts Boston
Boston, United States
The University of Massachusetts Boston is a public university in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 120 ECTS / 360 credits (2-year programme)
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