Five-Year BS/MEd in Physics and Secondary Education
Become a science teacher: Earn an undergraduate degree in physics and a master's degree in secondary education.
In Loyola's accelerated master's degree program for science teachers, you'll earn your undergraduate degree in physics and a graduate degree in teaching grades 9-12, plus an Illinois teaching license in secondary education. You'll qualify for a higher salary with a graduate degree, and be able to earn both degrees more quickly than if you enrolled in the two programs separately. Plus, there is a high need for science teachers across Illinois.
Our Commitment to You
Upon graduation with a bachelor of science degree in physics and a master of education degree in secondary education from Loyola, you will possess the following knowledge, skills, and professional values necessary to teach science in grades 9-12.
Knowledge
You'll develop a deep understanding of both content and pedagogy to provide developmentally appropriate instruction to all students. Plus, you'll have multiple opportunities to engage with diverse populations, including students with special needs and those labeled as English language learners.
Skills
You'll have accrued the equivalent of one year of full-time teaching experience through all the hands-on, experiential learning opportunities in Chicago's classrooms and community organizations, so you will be ready to be at the head of your own classroom. With the foundational knowledge from your Loyola education, you will utilize theories, data, and research practices when making decisions in your classroom and for your students and when assessing the effectiveness of teaching on learning.
Professional Values
As a Loyola-trained educator, you'll emphasize the importance of each of your students as an individual. You'll have high expectations for your students and values the experiences of diverse students. And you'll have the tools and training to address societal issues like inequitable resources and institutional barriers to success for all.
Program Faculty
Our dedicated Teaching and Learning Faculty are experts in their fields who will support students throughout each stage of the program.
Curriculum
Students are enrolled in the College of Arts and Science for the first four years, working to complete the requirements for a Bachelor of science degree in physics as well as prerequisites for Loyola’s Graduate Teacher Preparation program. Students may begin the required sequence of classes for the MEd in Secondary Education starting in their junior or senior year. They will also formally apply to the School of Education prior to their fifth year. The remainder of required education courses, including student teaching, are completed in the fifth year.
Please note that the MEd includes at least one summer session. Depending on your financial aid package, it is possible to get summer aid for the graduate courses.
Students work under the guidance of the Education Senior Academic Advisor to outline a specific course of study to fulfill all requirements. The timing of the education courses in the fourth and fifth years can vary depending on each student’s particular needs. The number of courses taken each term can vary depending on the plan developed.
Program Overview
Admission Requirements
Interested in applying? Check out the Five-Year BS/MEd in Physics and Secondary Education application requirements.
Contact
- For application related questions, contact Graduate Enrollment Management.
- For program structure and academics related questions, contact: Yvonne El-Ashmawi, Program Chair
Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships
The School of Education and Loyola's Financial Aid Office are committed to helping students secure the necessary financial resources to make their education at Loyola affordable. You can learn more on the Financial Assistance page.
Are you interested in making a positive difference in schools of need?
Be sure to check out the financial aid opportunity through the LUC-Noyce Scholars Program!
The LUC-Noyce Scholars program ensures there are highly qualified math and science teachers in schools of need across Chicago and the United States.
Scholars are committed to teaching within these settings after their graduation, serving two to four years in a high-needs school.
Scholars receive:
- Up to $30,000 in scholarship funds
- Job placement assistance
- Mentoring and professional development
Our Commitment to You
Upon graduation with a bachelor of science degree in physics and a master of education degree in secondary education from Loyola, you will possess the following knowledge, skills, and professional values necessary to teach science in grades 9-12.
Curriculum
Students are enrolled in the College of Arts and Science for the first four years, working to complete the requirements for a Bachelor of science degree in physics as well as prerequisites for Loyola’s Graduate Teacher Preparation program. Students may begin the required sequence of classes for the MEd in Secondary Education starting in their junior or senior year. They will also formally apply to the School of Education prior to their fifth year. The remainder of required education courses, including student teaching, are completed in the fifth year.
Please note that the MEd includes at least one summer session. Depending on your financial aid package, it is possible to get summer aid for the graduate courses.
Students work under the guidance of the Education Senior Academic Advisor to outline a specific course of study to fulfill all requirements. The timing of the education courses in the fourth and fifth years can vary depending on each student’s particular needs. The number of courses taken each term can vary depending on the plan developed.
Admission Requirements
Interested in applying? Check out the Five-Year BS/MEd in Physics and Secondary Education application requirements.
Contact
- For application related questions, contact Graduate Enrollment Management.
- For program structure and academics related questions, contact: Yvonne El-Ashmawi, Program Chair
Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships
The School of Education and Loyola's Financial Aid Office are committed to helping students secure the necessary financial resources to make their education at Loyola affordable. You can learn more on the Financial Assistance page.