In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, GRE, GMAT and MTEL testing has temporarily been waived from the application requirements for a number of our graduate programs through summer 2024.
The Initial Licensure Only program does not lead to an academic degree. The program offers a pathway to initial licensure in a range of secondary science/STEM areas, including biology (grade 8-12), chemistry (grade 8-12), earth science (grade 8-12), general science (grade 5 – 8), and mathematics/science (grade 5-8).
While this program is not eligible for financial aid, the MEd programs are.
Statement of purpose, addressing your interest in teaching at the secondary level (grades 8-12 and/or grades 5-8) and any teaching experience (formal or informal) that you have
This Licensure Only Secondary Science certificate program does not require the GRE or MAT
Additional Materials
A photocopy of teacher's license(s) that you may hold.
Passing scores on the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) Communications and Literacy test.
A passing score on the MTEL in the subject area portion appropriate to this program and the license being sought.
If you do not have teacher preparation coursework or do not possess a bachelor’s degree in the major, please consult with the graduate program coordinator.
Interview
Prerequisites
Undergraduate major in biology, chemistry, geological sciences or closely related field (for license candidates in biology, chemistry, earth science, respectively) or a transcript evaluation by the program coordinator (for middle school general science and mathematics/science candidates).
Course in adolescent psychology (undergraduate or graduate)
If you do not have a course in adolescent psychology and/or do not possess a bachelor’s degree in the major related to your desired licensure area, please consult with the graduate program coordinator.
Deadlines
Applications accepted on a rolling basis and reviewed once complete.
