Master of Arts in Education

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Master of Arts in Education

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Get ready to build the future

Are you ready to be a catalyst for change in schools and to equip the next generation with essential knowledge and skills? Alverno’s graduate education program — open to all genders — prepares teachers and administrators to grow as leaders, innovators and change makers.

Whether you are seeking initial licensure, pursuing a master’s degree or doctorate, or you have already completed graduate studies and are seeking to add on specialized licensures, Alverno has a track to fit your needs.

Please contact the Alverno Admissions team at admissions@alverno.edu with any questions.

“My students mean the world to me. I work hard to supply high quality lessons with contagious energy. I work even harder to create everlasting relationships with my students. I love that I get a chance to be a positive role model for each and every student. My job isn’t easy, but being on the front line to help change lives is rewarding. I feel like a superhero.”

— Tyrone, 2020 graduate

Explore our pathways

If you are seeking initial licensure

Alverno’s Licensure to Master of Arts in Education program provides a pathway for you to earn your initial teaching license and develop the skills to lead a dynamic classroom. We offer the following licensure programs:

Birth–3rd Grade (General and Special education)
K–9th Grade
Secondary (4th-12th Grade)
Cross-Categorical Special Education (K–12th Grade)
Art Education (PreK–12th Grade) (requires Bachelor's Degree in Art)

If you are already a licensed teacher

Alverno’s Master of Arts in Education program helps licensed teachers and aspiring administrators grow as leaders and expand their specialized knowledge and skills. Through our program, you can add an additional license, earn a Master of Arts in Education degree or earn the master’s degree plus an additional license. These licensure options include:

Alternative education
Bilingual/Bicultural Education
English as a Second Language
Reading Teacher
Urban education

If you would like to advance as a school leader

We offer advanced the following advanced licensure programs:

Principal
Director of Instruction
Reading Specialist

Click here to learn about our Doctorate in Education (EdD) program.

How it works

Our program is flexible to serve working professionals. Some courses meet online, and others are face-to-face instruction on campus. Some courses meet on weekends, and others meet on selected weekday evenings.

Please note: If you are seeking initial licensure, then you must complete field placements and a student teaching experience during the program. If you are currently working under an emergency license, you should be able to gain this experience through your current employer. Otherwise, we will work with you to arrange placements.

Application steps

Our application is free and available at alverno.edu/apply. There is no deadline; instead, we have a rolling admissions process and review applications as they are received.

Please submit the following with your application:

Three recommendations (at least two must be professional or academic)
Official transcripts (verifying that you hold a bachelor's degree)
Writing samples (one education statement and two communication samples)
Passing score on Praxis Core
Completed and clear background check done by Alverno College

New – Special Education Scholarship Opportunity

Alverno’s Developing Diversity in Exceptional Educator Preparation (DDEEP) program provides 24 scholarships per academic year to racially, ethnically, linguistically and ability diverse students who wish to serve as a special education teacher.

Students must meet eligibility requirements and commit to serve as a special education teacher for at least two years for every year the scholarship is received. To learn more, contact Thor Stolen, Director of Special Education Programs, at thor.stolen@alverno.edu or our Financial Aid office.

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