Master of Education
Just 21 months to your own classroom.
Benefit from Cohort Learning and complete your entire degree program with the same small group, forming lifelong friends and professional connections. Work and learn at the same time: Many students continue to work at least part-time as they complete their fieldwork and coursework. Learn close to work or home with convenient class times at our campuses in Milton and Plymouth. With a fixed tuition rate and available financial aid, we’re as invested in your dreams as you.
As Seen on NBC10 - Curry College: Careers On The Rise
In this recent NBC10 special we explore the economy, careers on the rise and what Curry College can do for you now and in a post pandemic world. Hear from Curry M.Ed. student Brittani Laporte about Curry's flexible hybrid course schedules being a perfect fit for her lifestyle as both a mom and professional and how Curry's supportive professors and advisors are helping her succeed.
Explore Master's and Post-Master's Degrees in Education
M.Ed. - Elementary Education
In the M.Ed. Elementary Education track, you and your peers will benefit from our cohort-based learning community that models the team-oriented educational workplace. In addition to hands-on fieldwork experiences in actual classrooms, you'll explore key concepts of successful educational practice, including literacy, curriculum development and lesson planning, classroom management, working with children with special needs and techniques to adapt and differentiate instruction for different learners.
M.Ed. - Special Education
In the M.Ed. Special Education track, you and your peers will benefit from our cohort-based learning community that models the team-oriented educational workplace. In addition to hands-on fieldwork experiences in actual classrooms, you'll explore key concepts of successful educational practice, including literacy, curriculum development and lesson planning, classroom management strategies, psycho-educational assessment, creating individualized lesson plans (IEPs) and techniques to adapt and differentiate lessons for different learners.
Special Education LicensureNEW: M.Ed. - Diverse and Equitable Instruction (DEI)
Curry College’s Diverse and Equitable Instruction concentration meets a well-recognized need in educational settings and related fields. Professionals in public and private education, human resources, training, youth services, and non-profit may be interested in pursuing this master’s degree to further their career or bolster their professional development and understanding in the DEI space.
Diverse and Equitable Instruction (DEI)Needham Public Schools Collaborative Internship Program
You’re just 14 months from your very own classroom. Become an Elementary Education teacher with the Curry/Needham Public Schools M.Ed. This full-time, residency program, is perfect for teaching assistants, childcare professionals, and anyone with a passion for teaching. If you are ready to make a career change, our program guides you every step of the way.
M.Ed. - Needham Public SchoolsPrincipal and Supervisor Licensure (PSL)
The Curry College Principal and Supervisor Licensure Program (PSL) is a unique training opportunity for aspiring school administrators. The program focuses on linking best practice with theory to achieve measurable, real-world performance goals. Our program will prepare candidates for one of the following leadership roles:
- Principal/Assistant Principal Licensure (Pre-K-6; 5-8; 9-12), or
- Special Education Administrator (all levels), or
- Supervisor/Director (level depends on prerequisite license)
Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS)
The Curry College CAGS continues the journey of those educators who have already completed field and coursework to address the 2012 DESE standards for administrative licensure.
CAGS - Educational Leadership2nd Teaching License
Did you know that experienced teachers who hold an initial or professional license in elementary education or moderate disabilities can earn a second license in one of these areas by completing just two additional courses and a practicum? You can earn your second license by enrolling in either Curry's Milton or Plymouth campus to complete your coursework and fieldwork requirements.
Earn a 2nd Teaching LicenseTuition
Take advantage of Curry's competitive, affordable, fixed tuition for the Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree - with no additional course fees. When you know your total cost before you enter the program, you can better manage the investment in your professional education.
M.Ed.: The fixed tuition is $18,938 (approximately $557 per credit x 34 credits).
PSL: The fixed tuition is $12,811 (approximately $557 per credit x 23 credits).
CAGS: The fixed tuition is $20,052 (approximately $557 per credit x 36 credits).
The most rewarding career
“There is no reward quite like seeing the faces of students excited about learning. I credit the professors and my cohort for providing me with the tools and resources to become a successful teacher.”
– Nilza Grassa, ’15, M.Ed., cubicle worker-turned third-grade teacher