Curry College

What you'll study

The curriculum emphasizes practical classroom skills, curriculum and lesson planning, classroom management, and instructional differentiation. Specific concentration pathways and program formats described by Curry include:

• Diverse and Equitable Instruction (online): a DEI-focused concentration aimed at educators and professionals in HR, training, youth services and non-profits who want to address systemic inequities in education.
• Elementary Education (Hyflex): cohort-based study with classroom placements; topics include literacy, curriculum development, lesson planning, classroom management and adapting instruction for learners with special needs.
• Special Education (Hyflex): coursework and in-class practice on lesson planning, classroom management, psycho-educational assessment, individualized education plans (IEPs) and curriculum differentiation.
• M.Ed. with Needham Public Schools (full-time residency): a 14-month residency pathway intended for teaching assistants, childcare professionals and career changers that leads to classroom placement.
• Post-master’s and administrative options: Principal and Supervisor Licensure (PSL) linking theory to performance goals; Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS) for meeting DESE administrative licensure standards via online evening study; and a Second Teaching License option requiring two courses plus a practicum for those holding an initial or professional license.

Entry requirements

The source page emphasizes cohort admission and adult learner support but does not list detailed entry criteria. Prospective applicants should consult Curry’s admissions materials for specific prerequisites, transcripts, licensure requirements and application steps.

Career prospects

Graduates pursue classroom teaching across public, private and charter schools, vocational/technical settings and special education roles. Administrative advancement is supported through the PSL and CAGS routes, preparing candidates for principal/assistant principal roles, special education administration and supervisory or director positions depending on prior licensure. The DEI concentration also prepares professionals for roles in human resources, training, youth services and education-focused non-profits.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Curry promotes affordable, fixed tuition for the M.Ed., notes there are no additional course fees, and points to generous financial aid as part of program affordability. Students can explore institutional aid and standard graduate funding options through Curry’s admissions and financial aid offices.