Upon completion of the University to Schools for Graduates pathway, students receive a Master’s in Education (M.Ed.) as well as initial licensure to teach middle or high school. This 33-37 credit program can be taken full-time or part-time; full-time students may complete the program in three to four semesters, while part-time students have up to three years to finish the program. In addition to education courses, students in the University to Schools for Graduates pathway complete at least four 600+ level courses in their subject area.
This program leads to initial teacher licensure in Massachusetts. Because of reciprocity agreements between states, you may be able to transfer your license to another state. However, the College of Education at UMass Amherst makes no guarantees that this program meets teacher licensure requirements in any state other than Massachusetts. If you are seeking licensure in another state, you should contact Beverley Bell, Assistant Dean of Educator Preparation, bjbell@umass.edu, (413)545-2701 for more information about how to determine whether this program will be appropriate for you. Access to your state’s licensing agency is available on the Teacher Licensure Agency Directory.
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Course of Study
Prior to Practicum Year
| Category | Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundational | |||
| EDUC 524 | Work of the Middle & High School Teacher (F/Sp | 3 | |
| Moderate Disabilities | |||
| EDUC 560 (Grad) | Issues in Instructional Practices in Special Education | 3 | |
| EDUC 325 (UG) | Introduction to Special Education (F/W/Sp/S) | 3 | |
| Digital Literacy | (take one course out of the following) | ||
| EDUC 593A | Teaching & Learning with Technology (online) | 3 | |
| EDUC 615G-01 | Integrating Technology with Instruction | 3 | |
| Human Development | (take one course out of the following) | ||
| EDUC 693A | Adolescent Growth and Development | 3 | |
| EDUC 692K | Foundations & Theories of Learning | 3 | |
| EDUC 667 | Theory of Learning and Teaching in STEM Education | 3 | |
| PSYCH 305 | Educational Psychology | 3 | |
| PSYCH 355 | Adolescent Psychology | 3 | |
| Multicultural Education / Social Justice | (take one course out of the following) and other options to be approved | ||
| EDUC 497I / 597R | Tutoring in Schools | 4 | |
| EDUC 210 | Social Diversity in Education | 3 | |
| EDUC 377 | Introduction to Multicultural Education | 3 | |
| EDUC 392 / 691E | Social Issues | 3 | |
| EDUC 627 | Curriculum Design in Social Justice Education | 3 | |
| EDUC 648 | Oppression in Education | 3 | |
| EDUC 590Z | Critical Pedagogy for Media Literacy | 3 | |
| EDUC 755 | Urban Education | 3 | |
| EDUC 677 | Foundations of Bilingual ESL and Multicultural Education | 3 | |
| EDUC 665 | Leadership for Curriculum Development | 3 |
During the first year UTS students simultaneously take Subject Matter Coursework determined in a meeting with the English, Mathematics, History, or Science Faculty Advisors.
Final Year Fall Semester - Progression into the Practicum semester
| Category | Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC 592S | On-site Practicum *and associated course | 3 | |
| EDUC 503 | Sheltered English Immersion | 3 | |
| Subject Matter Methods Course | (take one course out of the following) | ||
| EDUC 511 | Math | 3 | |
| EDUC 512 | Science | 3 | |
| EDUC 514 | History | 3 | |
| EDUC 515 | English | 3 |
*Pre Practicum Requires a minimum of 15 hours per week in an assigned school placement.
Required to enter the practicum:
Completion of program above
Successful completion of Gateway Assessments
Successful completion of 2 x Pre-Practicum Formal Observations
Final Year Spring Semester - Full time in Practicum placement and 2 courses
| Category | Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC 500S/M | Student Teaching Practicum | 6 Grad 12 UG |
|
| EDUC 510 | Teacher in Middle and High School Classroom Seminar | 2 | |
| Advanced Methods Course | (take one course out of the following) | ||
| EDUC 711 | Math | 3 | |
| EDUC 777 | Science | 3 | |
| EDUC 743 | History | 3 | |
| EDUC 712 | English | 3 |
Admissions
To be considered for acceptance to the University to Schools for Graduates pathway, candidates will need to have met all subject matter requirements. Many of these requirements can be satisfied through completing an undergraduate degree in the subject they wish to teach. However, there may be additional course requirements not satisfied by the major or degree; to complete these additional requirements, students are expected to meet with a subject matter advisor for further consultation. See individual subject matter pages ("Be a __ Teacher") for details.
The MTEL Communication and Literacy Skills test must be passed by the end of the first semester in the graduate program, but is not required for application to the program. The MTEL Subject Matter Test must be passed before enrollment in the practicum.
Application Timeline
January 15th is the formal deadline for application. However, late applicants will be considered until the cohort is full.
Required Materials
- Online Application
- Personal statement
- Résumé/CV
- Transcripts
- GRE is not required
- 2 Letters of Reference
For questions about the University to Schools for Graduates pathway, or if you would like to make an advising appointment, please contact the Education Advising Center at education@umass.edu
For initial inquiries, and to begin the admissions admissions process, please fill out the "Get Started" form.
For all other questions about this program, contact the program advisor: Carie Ruggiano
