Master of Education in STEM Teaching

Earn your M.Ed. in STEM teaching in 14 months

The master of education graduate program in STEM teaching from ÏòÈÕ¿ûÊÓƵ prepares graduate students to be exceptional educators in science, technology, engineering, and math.

This accelerated 14-month M.Ed. program requires students to have a bachelor's degree in STEM education discipline. Upon program completion, students will graduate with a Master's in Education and earn a license endorsement for initial Wisconsin teacher licensure in science grades 4—12 or math grades 4—12 with basic content knowledge in computer science. This computer science concentration can be utilized to add on Wisconsin certification through the once initial licensure is issued.

The master of education in STEM teaching program is funded by the National Science Foundation's Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship. Scholarship and stipend support is available.

We inspire and develop the "ÏòÈÕ¿ûÊÓƵEducator"

Our education graduate programs prepare educators to uphold the Jesuit tradition of care for the person, social justice and academic, excellence, ethical behavior and service to the urban community.

We inspire our graduate students to become:

  • An advocate and practitioner of equity, justice, and anti-racism in schools and communities. 
  • A designer and facilitator of ambitious curriculum and pedagogy informed by theory, context, and students' thinking and experiences. 
  • An imaginative, critical thinker who reflects on ways to improve teaching and learning. 
  • A compassionate professional who embodies cura personalis and empowers learners through reciprocal relationships of dignity and respect.
  • A critical evaluator of information and research who assesses effectiveness of educational programs and practices
36

Credit Hours

14

Month Program

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Full-time Student

 

 

 

 

 

 

Program Course Work - 36 Credit Hours

  • Introduction to Teaching and Learning
  • Foundations of Computer Science & Pedagogy
  • Integrated STEM Methods
  • Teacher Practice
  • Professional Practice

Take the next step towards your future

Application requirements and other important information to apply for the M.Ed. in teacher education in STEM graduate program at ÏòÈÕ¿ûÊÓƵ are detailed below. We also encourage and welcome prospective students to visit us in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and take a tour of the College of Education facilities on the ÏòÈÕ¿ûÊÓƵ campus. 


 

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To be eligible for admission to the Graduate School at ÏòÈÕ¿ûÊÓƵ, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • A bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics) from a regionally accredited institution or international equivalent must be completed prior to starting graduate school.
  • A minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale.
  • Demonstrated English proficiency for non-U.S. citizens.

General Requirements

  • A personal statement of purpose that includes professional and academic goals.
  • A resume that includes professional and educational experiences.
  • GRE Scores (general test only, optional). 
  • For International Applicants only: A TOEFL score or other acceptable proof of English proficiency.
  • An interview and/or writing test may be required of applicants following the initial screening.

Program Requirements

  • All applicants seeking teacher certification must have transcripts evaluated by the College of Education before formally applying to the Graduate School. Only upon approval of the department should students submit application materials to the Graduate School. Students seeking an advanced degree and certification must meet the criteria for both admission to the Office of Teacher Education and the Graduate School. All inquiries concerning certification should be directed to the College of Education Graduate Office via telephone at (414) 288-6981.
  • Teacher certification applicants are required to submit Praxis II scores to the College of Education’s Office of Teacher Education. Applicants must also undergo a criminal background check, conducted by ÏòÈÕ¿ûÊÓƵ. A second criminal background check is conducted at the state level when student teaching is completed, as part of the teacher license application.
  • Individuals submitting applications for administrative licenses must undergo a criminal background check, conducted by the state, when their administrative program is complete and they submit their administrative license application to the state.

1Upon admission, final official transcripts from all previously attended colleges/universities, with certified English translations if original language is not English, must be submitted to the Graduate School within the first five weeks of the term of admission or a hold preventing registration for future terms will be placed on the student’s record. 

2Upon admission, an official course-by-course transcript/academic record evaluation must be submitted to the Graduate School within the first five weeks of the term of admission or a hold preventing registration for future terms will be placed on the student’s record. 

February 15: Priority deadline for summer admission (May start term)

Generous merit-based aid is available. Private scholarships may also be available. U.S. citizens and permanent residents may be eligible to apply for need-based federal aid (loans) to help fund their educational expenses as well.