English education - M.Ed. programs

You can prepare for a variety of professions within the field of English education. While most students pursue a career in secondary settings or high school teaching, others in the program have gone on to teach composition at the community college level or to serve as school curriculum coordinators. Some have structured their studies to include specialty concentrations in theater, film and media studies, evaluative studies, remedial reading, literature for adolescents, and journalism. Each year, more than 90 percent of the College's graduates in this field find jobs in middle school or high school teaching positions.

Initial licensure in communication arts and literature

Our M.Ed./initial licensure program is for individuals seeking licensure to teach in grades 5-8 or 7-12.

• Program overview
• Content area preadmission requirements
• More about initial licensure programs at the College
• The licensure process
• Mabel Gran Ulsaker Scholarship
• Diversity programs for students interested in teaching

Additional licensure in communication arts and literature available
application [.pdf]

M.Ed. in curriculum and instruction: English education

Our M.Ed./professional studies program is for licensed teachers and other professionals interested in gaining advanced knowledge and skills.

• Program overview

M.Ed. in curriculum and instruction: interdisciplinary focus

This professional studies program is for experienced teachers, particularly those who are teaching interdisciplinary curriculum involving instruction in a number of different subjects, ranging from art to mathematics.

• Program overview

Course descriptions

• CI courses with a focus literacy and English education

Advising

Advising is offered through Student Services. Advisers and other information can be found on the Student Services Web site.

Handbooks

• M.Ed. Handbook
• Clinical Experiences Handbook

Employment and career information

• Employment outlook for teachers
• National Council of Teachers of English