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Advance Your Teaching Career With Your Master’s in Education.
Increase your earning potential by 27 percent with your M.Ed.1 (No GRE required. Affordable tuition. Flexible coursework.)
Earn your master’s.
Advance your career.
DESE-Accredited
We offer multiple programs that meet the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) requirements for Initial licensure.
Online or On-Campus Study
Our flexible format allows you to choose online or on-campus classes for each course. With full- and part-time options, you can integrate the program into your schedule and life.
Experience-Based Learning
For teachers seeking licensure, you’ll gain hands-on field experience during your student teaching inside a classroom setting near you.
Affordable Tuition
With generous scholarships and many programs offering full-tuition fellowships, the average cost of attendance is comparable to or less than that of public universities.
Exceptional Faculty
You’ll be taught by accomplished practitioners who are dedicated to helping you from enrollment through graduation.
Flexible Online Master’s in Education
As one of Massachusetts’ leading teacher preparation schools, Merrimack continues to innovate our coursework and programs to meet the needs of today’s educators. As a student in our M.Ed., add-on licensure or certificate program, you’ll join a vast network of Merrimack educators ready to spark change and improve lives.
M.Ed. Programs and Certificates for Educators
Master’s Degrees
- M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction
- M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education (PreK–2)
- M.Ed. in Elementary Education
- M.Ed. in English as a Second Language (ESL) (PreK–6)
- M.Ed. in Moderate Disabilities (PreK–8)
- M.Ed. in Middle School (5–8) and High School (8–12) Education
- M.Ed. in School Counseling
Add-On Licensures
- Add-On Licensure in Moderate Disabilities (PreK–8)
- Add-On Licensure in English as a Second Language (ESL) (PreK–6)
- Add-On Licensure in Early Childhood Education (PreK–2)
Certificates
- Social Emotional Learning (SEL) (K–12) Certificate
Post-Master’s Programs
- Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS) in Educational Leadership
- School Social Work/School Adjustment Counselor (SAC) Certificate for Post-Master’s Licensure
Tuition-Free M.Ed. Fellowship
Graduate in 13 Months, Tuition Free
As a K–12 teacher fellow, you’ll spend an academic year working full time in a partner school district, gaining essential field experience in your licensure area. You’ll engage in a range of classroom-based activities, including small group instruction, co-teaching and independent classroom instruction.
Fellowships Across Massachusetts
Last year, we had over 75 fellowships across the state.
These fellowships are highly competitive. Contact us to learn more.
Apply Now — Master’s in Education Deadlines
Why Merrimack
At Merrimack College, we’re committed to helping you grow — academically, personally and professionally — so that you graduate as a confident, well-prepared leader in education. As a student in our teacher education program, you’ll benefit from:
- Flexibility to choose online or on-campus classes for each eight-week course
- Concentrations that allow you to further hone your skills in areas aligned with the Massachusetts Professional Standards for Teachers (PSTs) and Subject Matter Knowledge (SMKs) requirements
- Personalized, one-on-one support from faculty and your very own teacher education program specialist guiding you through your Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) preparation, field-based experiences and professional networking
“This program has shaped the way I teach in so many ways. From the strategies that I learned in courses from professors and peers to the countless experiences I had in my placement school, I grew so much as an educator.”
– Alex S., M.Ed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some frequently asked questions about our program.
Students in the M.Ed. program are required to take eight courses, plus their capstone project or practicum, equaling 36 credit hours. On average, students can earn their degree part time in two years. This timeline may vary depending on how many credits are taken each semester. Certificates of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS) take two years to complete on a part-time basis or can be finished in 13 months at a full-time pace.
Yes. Through FAFSA student loans and other options. Request more information, and an enrollment advisor will contact you to answer your questions.
Connecting with an enrollment advisor will help you:
- Understand the program admission criteria and know whether you are eligible to apply
- Gain insight into application best practices and how to submit a strong application
- Know what to expect in your online or on-campus learning experience, including the level of faculty interaction, program outcomes and more
- Have an immediate line of support in the event you have questions or need clarification about the M.Ed., add-on licensure or certificates
Invest in your future with an M.Ed., add-on licensure or a new certification.
Become a more effective educator and equip yourself to meet the evolving challenges and opportunities in the classroom and beyond.
1 National Center for Education Statistics, 2022