Get the preparation you need to work in middle and high school classrooms throughout Massachusetts by developing an in-depth understanding of evidence-based practice in secondary education. Utilizing the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks as a guide, you will gain experience with curriculum development and modification to support all learners in your classes.Upon graduation, you will be eligible to earn an initial license from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in Middle and/or High School (depending on program) in one of the approved subject areas: English, history, humanities, biology, chemistry, physics, general science, and math/science.36-credit programProgram embraces existing content area expertiseCourses developed with the needs of adolescents in mindExtensive field experiencesOffers a variety of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and humanities licensesAffordable pricingPersonal advisingNetworking opportunities and job placement support
Which department am I in?
School of Education
Study options
Online/Distance with attendance
(2 Years)
Tuition fees
US$11,052.00
per year
Late payment fee - $250
Start date
January 2027
Venue
Endicott College
376 Hale Street,
Beverly,
Massachusett,
01915, United States
Entry requirements
For international students
Non-refundable dollar 50.00 application fee (check made payable to Endicott College, cash or online) Application fee waived for veteran and military students;
Two letters of recommendation (one academic reference and one professional reference);
Official transcripts of all post-secondary academic work sent directly from the institution(s) including confirmation of undergraduate degree, date confirmed, and any other graduate work;
Essay (750-1000 words) on the following: Please describe your educational philosophy and how you apply this philosophy in your teaching practice. Should you not be a classroom teacher currently, in what ways will your philosophy influence your practices
All admissions requirements must be satisfied in order to be formally accepted in a degree program. Students must be formally admitted to a program before the completion of six Endicott credits.
Endicott College welcomes and encourages applicants from around the world. International applicants are required to hold a college or university degree equivalent to a four-year American baccalaureate degree. Educational documents in a foreign language are required to be translated into English. All transcripts and translations of transcripts must be official originals and must show courses completed, grades received, grading scale, duration of study, degree or diploma received, and the date conferred. Endicott College reserves the right to request verification of the credentials by an external agency.
Additional Application Requirements M.Ed. Leading to Initial License
A copy of passing scores on the Communication and Literacy Test (MTEL)
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.