Elementary Education Master's Degree
Master's in Elementary Education (MEd/EdS) Online Degree Program
Bay Path University's online MSEd/EdS in Elementary Education provides graduates with an intensive study of content to help students (Grades 1-6) become critical thinkers.
Our Online Master's Degree in Elementary Education has three program options:
- Initial Licensure: For students seeking Massachusetts Initial License in Elementary Education 1-6
- Professional Licensure: For students with Massachusetts Initial License in Elementary Education seeking Professional Licensure (No practicum required). We also offer a Professional Licensure Certificate Program.
- Non-Licensure: For students seeking the MSEd or EdS degree without licensure
Our flexible structure gives you the option to attend full-time, or to study part-time while continuing with family life, work, and other commitments.
The degree prepares you for current trends and challenges in education, such as streamlining assessments and increasing instruction time, making technology an integral part of the classroom rather than an add-on, and meeting diverse needs of special education students, gifted students, and English language learners.
Teaching is an exciting career with invaluable rewards, including an average salary of $83,790 for elementary teachers in Massachusetts.
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Master's Degree in Elementary Education (MSEd and EdS) Frequently Asked Questions
When can I start the Master's in Elementary Education (MSEd/EdS) Degree Online program?
Classes start every January, May and September.
Can I complete the MSEd/EdS in Elementary Education degree while working full-time?
This is individual to each student. The majority of our students are working full-time and are able to manage their academic coursework with their outside commitments.
How many courses and credits are there?
The Elementary Education (MSEd/EdS) Master's Degree Online program is a 39 credit program, taught entirely online.
Is the Elementary Education (MSEd/EdS) Master's Degree offered online?
Yes, the course schedule is 100% online. Students learn in a small, intimate, highly dynamic, and interactive online community.
Do you offer MTEL preparation?
Yes. Bay Path University’s educator preparation programs offer various ways candidates can prepare for MTELs (Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure). Learn more here.
How much is tuition for the Elementary Education (MSEd/EdS) Master's Degree Online program?
The cost per credit is $560/credit.
Can I get help paying for my Elementary Education (MSEd/EdS) Master's Degree Online degree?
Yes, financial aid is available.
Do you accept transfer credits?
Yes, graduate credits can be transferred into the program.
Do I have to take a standardized test for admission?
No. The GMAT and GRE are not required.
Will I have access to learning resources?
Yes. Students have access to mentoring, tutoring, library resources, academic resources, and career services.
What are the learning outcomes of the Elementary Education Master's Program?
Meet Massachusetts's Department of Elementary and Secondary Professional Stands for Teachers:
- Curriculum, planning, and assessment
- Teaching all students standard
- Managing classroom and climate operations
- Promoting equity
- Meeting professional responsibilities
- Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills through in-class assignments and presentations, to be applied in the teaching-learning process.
The Bay Path University Advantage in Education
A Tradition of Excellence
Our faculty draws from years of experience in the field as both academic experts and practitioners. Students learn the most current practices and policies. Bay Path has a tradition of excellence in teacher education. We consistently find outstanding placements for our graduates. Our students are often hired by the school district where they completed their practicum experience.
Professional Credentials
Bay Path offers a number of education programs approved by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) for teacher certification as leading to an initial teacher license in Massachusetts. In addition to meeting all degree requirements, students seeking certification must meet all testing requirements for their specific certification area as required by DESE.
Customized to your needs
Each program of study is individually designed with a program advisor and includes the option of licensure
or non-licensure. The MSEd combines the latest education theory with practical application. You will earn the skills, credentials, and confidence to serve in a variety of learning environments. The EdS is an advanced degree that provides students who already have a master’s degree with an area of educational specialization.
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Why choose Bay Path University for your Elementary Education Masters?
- For our faculty’s extensive experience teaching in public schools.
- For small classes where you are not “just a number,” and faculty are attentive to your individual needs and learning style.
- For the flexibility to attend full-time or part-time, to earn a degree with or without licensure.
- For our cutting-edge curriculum supported by “hot topics” discussions and guest speakers.
- For the University’s strong reputation among principals who have hired Bay Path grads.
- For our virtual peer communities developed through online discussion posts and live Zoom conversations.
The Bay Path Advantage
A Cutting Edge Curriculum
Our faculty draws from years of experience in the field and uses real world examples to teach an innovative and up to date curriculum
Accreditation and Rankings
Bay Path University is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.
Flexible and Affordable
As a non-profit university, Bay Path offers some of the lowest tuition rates in the North East. And as one of the first universities to pioneer online learning, we make sure you can study when it works for you.
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