Secondary Education (Teacher Certification), MEd
The Master of Education in Secondary Education is for candidates who have a bachelor's degree in any field and want to become licensed in Arizona to teach grades 6–12. It is offered in two formats and on multiple campuses to accommodate your needs. The program connects theory and practice through quality classroom instruction paired with extensive professional experiences. You'll gain a foundation in teaching and content knowledge from experts in the field who are actively engaged in the educational research community. They embed their knowledge throughout the program, empowering you to engage in your own research through your applied project coursework.
The degree culminates with an applied action research project, in which you will engage in your own research by critically evaluating education research related to an action research problem, applying education concepts to your classroom experience, and reflecting on your practice to modify and improve instruction.
Time to completion
Total hours: 33 for degree, plus 12–14 hours for certification
Time to completion: 4 semesters (fall, spring and summer, depending on track)
Locations & start dates
MAC
Tempe and Polytechnic campus (Summer)
West campus (Spring)
InMAC
Downtown Phoenix campus (Fall)
Credentials
This degree qualifies you for an Arizona certification in:
Secondary Education, 6–12
You may be required to pass exams required by the state. Learn more from the Arizona Department of Education.
This program may also lead to licensure in other states. Learn more
Careers
This degree program prepares you for a career as a:
- 6–12 teacher
- Curriculum leader
Professional experiences
MLFTC Professional Pathways internships and residencies allow you to apply knowledge from your coursework in varied school settings, empowering you to develop a thorough understanding of teaching and learning. Individualized guidance provides the support you need to be successful in today’s rapidly evolving educational environment.
Choose one of these formats:
Masters and Arizona Certification (MAC) — A traditional format that leads to certification. You'll take classes at an ASU campus two nights a week and are required to complete daytime internships. Students also complete a full-time student teaching experience in their content area.
Induction, Masters and Arizona Certification (InMAC) — Provides an alternative pathway to teacher certification for full-time teachers on an intern teaching certificate. You must secure a full-time teaching position and take classes one night per week, a format that allows you to earn a salary and benefits while completing your degree. This is a popular option for Teach For America corps members, who receive six graduate credit hours toward their summer institute work.
Enrich lives and transform your career with a secondary education master's degree from Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College — one of the top-ranked graduate colleges of education in the world.
Cost & aid
The cost of attendance varies widely. To get an idea of what you can expect to pay, view ASU’s standard cost of attendance.
There are many ways to reduce your costs, including scholarships and grants just for education students. Explore your options
Admission requirements
You must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College.
You must also have earned a bachelor's degree in any field from a regionally accredited institution. Minimum GPA: 3.0 (in the last 60 hours of your first bachelor's program). If you don't meet the GPA requirement, you may be eligible for provisional admittance or a non-degree pathway.
Professional licensure
ASU offers programs that lead to professional licensure with the state of Arizona and may allow graduates to be eligible for licensure in other states. Please check the professional licensure list for Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College to determine if this program meets requirements in your state. Note that not all programs within Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College lead to professional licensure. Contact our enrollment team for more information: GradEducation@asu.edu
