Degree Pathways for the Ed.S. options:

• Curriculum and Instruction - Education of Diverse Populations (pdf) - This Program is no longer accepting applications, effective Spring 2018
• Reading and Language - Teacher of Reading Licensure for Massachusetts Teachers (Spring 2024 and Before)
• Language Arts and Literacy - Teacher of Reading Licensure for Massachusetts Teachers (Fall 2024 and Beyond)
• Reading and Language - on-line, non-licensure for teachers working in states other than Massachusetts (spring 2024 and Before)
• Language Arts and Literacy - on-line, non-licensure for teachers working in states other than Massachusetts (Fall 2024 and Beyond)
• Administration, Planning and Policy with Principal/Assistant Principal Licensure for Massachusetts Teachers Only
• Administration, Planning and Policy - on-line, non-licensure

Note: The Educational Specialist degree programs are offered either completely or partially online. Contact edoffice@uml.edu for further information.

Admission and Completion Requirements

Admission to a degree program at the Educational Specialist level requires that an applicant hold a master's degree in education from an accredited college or university or a master’s degree in a closely related field of study, with a cumulative grade point average of not less than 3.000. Additionally, applicants should have at least three years of full-time experience in a K-12 school or a related setting. Full admission requirements can be found at Graduate Admissions, which include:

• Online application and fee
• Two-page statement in which you describe your educational philosophy and reasons for seeking entry to the degree
• Two letters of recommendation
• Proof of Initial Teaching License or relevant professional support educator license
• All official transcripts
• TOEFL scores if appropriate
• Official GRE and GMAT scores are no longer required

In order to qualify for a Educational Specialist degree, each candidate must meet the following requirements:

1. Complete all course requirements for the degree program at this university. 
2. Complete all course requirements with a cumulative grade point average of B or better. No additional course credits may be permitted in order to achieve the grade point average of B or better required for the degree.
3. Complete the program within five years of the date of admission.

Updated 8/5/2024