With a master’s in secondary education, you can address the learning and socio-emotional needs of adolescents in grades 9 through 12. This intensive, field-based program prepares you to work democratically with diverse children and families in biology, business, chemistry, English, history and math. The degree leads to a combination of Illinois teaching credentials. This 2-year program consists of a mix of in-person and online classes on the Chicago campus. Your final semester will include an in-person student teaching placement at a field experience site. Admissions are open for fall and spring start dates.
Which department am I in?
College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences
Study options
Full Time
(2 Years)
Tuition fees
$16,417.50 (13,85,209)
per year
Application deadline
01/11/2026
Start date
January 2027
Venue
Chicago Campus
430 S. Michigan Ave,,
Chicago,
Illinois,
60605, United States
Full Time
(2 Years)
Tuition fees
$16,417.50 (13,85,209)
per year
Start date
August 2027
Venue
Chicago Campus
430 S. Michigan Ave,,
Chicago,
Illinois,
60605, United States
Entry requirements
For international students
Bachelors degree with a minimum 2.7 grade point average. An undergraduate major in your content area (biology, business, chemistry, English, history or math) is recommended, but not required. Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities. No GRE required.