Programs

This online degree program for Science Teachers is a degree program developed jointly* by UMass Amherst's and UMass Lowell's Education, Science and Engineering faculty. Degree candidates may matriculate at either UMass Amherst or UMass Lowell. Although courses are shared, the degree programs have different requirements and applicants should visit the respective websites for further details.

The Master's Degree for Science Teachers, combines the expertise of university education, science and engineering faculty, and K-12 teachers to provide online science and science education courses that are inquiry-based and have a strong hands-on component. Aided by kits of materials developed by course instructors, participants engage in a variety of guided and open-ended inquiries as the primary means of developing their understanding of the concepts. In addition, participants assess their own science teaching and use the strategies presented to design learning experiences for their own classrooms.

Program Highlights:

• First - Rate Faculty
• Commitment to preparing practitioners who will be leaders in educational improvement and reform
• Courses are shared, but the degree programs have different requirements 

Learn more about this program:
To receive more information and connect with the program manager, please click on inquire now to the right. 

Sample a Course

For more information on the Online Degree Program for Science Teachers, please visit respective UMass Amherst or UMass Lowell websites.

The Graduate School of Education (GSE) is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) , and is one of the region's leading providers of graduate-level programs in education.

Did you know?

University of Massachusetts has earned several awards for its distance learning programs, faculty and technology including:

• UMassOnline Awarded ‘Public Sector of the Year’ by Mass Technology Leadership Council , 2008
  
• Most Outstanding Online Teaching and Learning Program, UMass Lowell’s Online Graduate Behavioral Intervention in Autism Program, Sloan Consortium Excellence Awards, 2008
  
• ‘Excellence in Online Teaching’ Award, Dr. Jeannette E. Riley, Sloan Consortium Excellence Awards, 2008
  
• 21st Century Best Practices Award, United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA)
  
• Program of Excellence, University Continuing Education Association (UCEA)-Journalism Certificate
  
• Excellence in Faculty Development, Sloan-C Excellence Awards
  
• Excellence in Online Programming, Sloan-C Excellence Awards
  
• Excellence in Online Teaching, Sloan-C Excellence Awards
  
• UMass Amherst Isenberg MBA, Top 10 national rankings, #4 Best Professors (2005, 2006, 2007 Princeton Review: Best Business Schools rankings)
  
• 4th in Primary Care Education, U.S. World Reports
  
• Ranked 45th Best University System in the World - London Times
  
• Excellence in Distance Teaching Education - United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) 

UMass Amherst

Applications can be found online at the UMA Graduate School web page: click here. You may complete the initial form and submit the application fee online. Apply to the Education [Secondary Teacher Education] M.Ed. (or CAGS). The specialization is "Science Off-Campus--Science Education Online." You must then send two letters of recommendation, two copies of official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended, undergraduate and graduate, where 6 or more credits were taken are required, and a one to two-page essay explaining your reason for seeking acceptance to this degree program.

UMass Lowell

Apply online at http://www.uml.edu/grad at the UMass Lowell Graduate School Website for program Curriculum and Instruction (M.Ed.) - When submitting your statement of purpose indicate that you are applying for the Science Education Online Concentration.

Availability of financial aid varies depending on matriculation and course status. Please check with your program manager or advisor to determine your eligibility. Generally, if you are matriculated in a degree program and are enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits each semester, you may qualify for financial aid.

UMass Amherst

UMass Lowell

For more information or if you have additional questions, please contact the Financial Aid Office at (978) 934-4220 or email financialaidquestions@uml.edu.