Goucher College

Programme overview

The M.Ed. at Goucher College offers in-person, hybrid, or fully online study with 2- and 3-year formats available. The program is intended for currently licensed teachers seeking to advance classroom practice and develop leadership skills; it is not an initial teacher-licensure pathway. Students may pursue the master’s degree and then extend study with professional development certificates in the same specialty areas.

What you'll study

The curriculum is organised into seven areas of specialization that combine theory and applied coursework to respond to contemporary classroom and school challenges. Specializations are: At-Promise & Diverse Learners; Athletic Program Leadership & Administration; ESOL (approved by MSDE for licensure/endorsement); Literacy Strategies for Content Learning; Reading Instruction (MSDE-approved for Reading Specialist licensure/endorsement); School Improvement Leadership (MSDE-approved for Administrator I licensure/endorsement); and Special Education for Licensed Teachers (MSDE-approved for licensure/endorsement in special education). The program emphasises preparation to understand student needs, remove learning barriers, and support engagement and success.

Entry requirements

Admission is based on an evaluation of the applicant’s work and experience, an essay, recommendation forms, and transcripts. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Career prospects

Graduates pursue advanced classroom roles and school- or district-level positions where specialized skills in reading instruction, ESOL, special education, curriculum leadership, or school improvement are required. Several specializations are aligned with Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) endorsements and administrative licensure pathways, which supports movement into endorsed specialist or administrator I roles where applicable.

Scholarships & funding angle

The programme page highlights tuition and financial aid information; the estimated total program cost for the M.Ed. is presented as a range of $22,000–$30,000 based on current tuition and fees for the 2025–2026 academic year. Prospective students should consult the college’s tuition and financial aid resources for details on funding options and eligibility.