MS in Education 4+1
About the Program
The Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree offered by Goucher College is designed to meet the urgent needs of today's teachers. Our graduate programs in education nurture innovative teaching, deep educational insights, and impactful leadership in the classroom and beyond. The program is available in-person, hybrid, or online formats with 2- and 3-year options.
The M.Ed. program, featuring seven areas of specialization, provides a 21st-century curriculum responsive to the challenges educators and school leaders face. It equips professionals with the tools, skills, and knowledge to lead, facilitate, and support student success and engagement. This program is intended for licensed teachers seeking to advance their classroom practice and develop leadership skills. (It is not an initial pathway to licensure; for initial licensure, see the M.A.T. program.)
Specializations
- At-Promise & Diverse Learners
- Athletic Program Leadership & Administration
- ESOL - Teaching English for Speakers of Other Languages (MSDE-approved program for licensure/endorsement in ESOL)
- Literacy Strategies for Content Learning
- Reading Instruction (MSDE-approved program for Reading Specialist licensure/endorsement)
- School Improvement Leadership (MSDE-approved program for Administrator I licensure/endorsement)
- Special Education for Licensed Teachers (MSDE-approved program for licensure/endorsement in special education)
Professional Development Certificates
In each area of specialization, advanced graduate work may be pursued beyond the master's degree to receive a professional development certificate.
Pay
The total estimated program cost for the Master of Education program ranges from $22,000 to $30,000, based on the current tuition and fees for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Application Requirements
Acceptance to the program will be based on an evaluation of the applicant's work and experience, essay, recommendation forms, and transcripts. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.