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Would you like to pursue a CAGS?
The Curry College CAGS continues the journey of those educators who have already completed field and coursework to address the 2021 DESE standards for administrative licensure.
Why earn a CAGS?
- Offers in-depth study in your field on contemporary issues.
- Gain an advanced credential in your profession.
- In most school districts, a financial benefit is available.
- Allows you to connect with peers in your field.
- Advances your professional development.
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CAGS Program Information
Curry College is pleased to offer a 10% tuition discount when two candidates from the same district or agency enroll in the CAGS Program. A 20% tuition discount will be provided when three or more candidates from the same district/agency enroll in the CAGS Program.
Benefits of the Certificate in Advanced Graduate Study in Educational Leadership (CAGS) program:
- Courses focus on contemporary, relevant issues which today's school leaders face on a regular basis.
- Convenient Online Schedule - Classes are scheduled one evening a week and are delivered in a synchronous online format to best meet the needs of busy professionals.
- State-Approved Program - Curry's Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study has been approved by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
- Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
Schedule:
The CAGS schedule consists of Online Synchronous Classes with cohorts starting every January.
CAGS can be completed in as few as two semesters.
Courses:
Semester I: 7-Week Session
EDL 7070: Trends in Twenty-first Century Education* (3 credits)
Semester II: 8-Week Session
EDL 7080: Diversity and Balance* (3 credits)
EDL 7090: Planning for Success as a School Leader* (3 credits)
Semester III: 8-Week Session
EDL 7170: Data Analysis, Planning and Action Research* (4 credits)
*Denotes courses open for professional development opportunities for administrators who are not seeking a CAGS but are interested in earning graduate credit.
Tuition and Discounts:
For 2024-2025, tuition for the series of four courses is $7,241. A 10% tuition discount is available when two candidates from the same district or agency enroll in the program and a 20% tuition discount when three or more students attend. An Alumni rate is also available - limit one discount per student.
In 2025-2026, tuition for the series of four courses is $7,540.