College of Arts and Sciences
School of Education
Bachelors/Masters
College of Arts and Sciences
School of Education
Bachelors/Masters
College of Arts and Sciences
School of Education
Bachelors/Masters
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About the Secondary Education MEd Accelerated Bachelor's/Master's Degree at Loyola
Accelerated Bachelor’s/Master’s programs allow full-time students to complete both an undergraduate and graduate degree in just five years. Learn more about the Secondary Education MEd Master's degree and eligible undergraduate Bachelor's degrees below.
Please note that the Accelerated Bachelor's to Master's program in Secondary Education is not accepting applications through the Spring 2025 term.
The full-time, 13-month Secondary Education MEd program is accepting applications.
Secondary Education MEd Graduate Program
This program will prepare you to teach at the high school level. Whether you've envisioned yourself teaching in Chicago, another big city, or a rural community, you'll have the practical skills and professional values you need to support and influence students at a critical, formative time in their life.
Eligible Undergraduate Programs
- Biology BS
- Chemistry BA
- Physics BS
Interested in learning more?
Visit our Secondary Education MEd webpage for information about Career Opportunities, Results & Skills, and more.
VIEW GRADUATE PROGRAM PAGECurriculum and Program Outcomes
Loyola’s extensive course catalog will always house the latest Secondary Education MEd Accelerated Bachelor's/Master's program course information, including degree requirements, course descriptions, prerequisite requirements, available concentrations, and more.
Additionally, this resource will provide learning outcomes, showcasing the commitment to specific skills and growth graduates can expect to achieve following completion of the program.
- Biology/Secondary Education BS/Med Catalog
- Chemistry/Secondary Education BA/Med Catalog
- Physics/Secondary Education BS/Med Catalog
Costs, Scholarships, and Aid
The Secondary Education MEd Accelerated Bachelor's/Master's program provides a significant cost savings to students interested in accelerating their path to an advanced degree. Finishing both programs in five years, including both undergraduate and graduate courses during your senior year, equates to a lower overall cost than if both programs were completely separately.
Accelerated Bachelor's/Master's students can also take advantage of the Returning Rambler Scholarship for eligible programs, offering a 25 percent tuition discount for graduate studies.
For more information and to find out your total estimated cost for a Secondary Education MEd accelerated program, please connect with the Financial Aid Office.
Step By Step: Chart Your Accelerated Degree Path
Please note that the Accelerated Bachelor's to Master's program in Secondary Education is not accepting applications through the Spring 2025 term.
The full-time, 13-month Secondary Education MEd program is accepting applications.
Explore options in undergraduate years one and two. Connect with your academic and career advisors and chart a two-year schedule to establish the best path toward your degrees.
Apply in undergraduate year three. Students applying to an Accelerated Bachelors/Masters program will experience a slightly different application process. Please review the application requirements below for process information and required supporting materials. Loyola students do not need to submit official transcripts. Start your application here.
Begin graduate course work. In undergraduate year four, you will take both undergraduate and graduate courses and complete your bachelor's degree.
Complete your graduate course work in year five. Graduate with your master's degree.
Please note that transfer students may have a slightly different timeline. Transfer students who are juniors may apply at the end of their second semester.
Application Requirements
- Biology BS/Secondary Education MEd
- Chemistry BA/Secondary Education MEd
- Physics BS/Secondary Education MEd
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Biology BS/Secondary Education MEd are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Undergraduate students should apply during the Spring semester of their junior year.
Summer
Priority: February 15
General: March 31
Summer I 2024 only: May 3, 2024
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Biology BS/Secondary Education MEd include:
1 Letter of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Illinois Test of Academic Proficiency
Resume/CV
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the Biology BS/Secondary Education MEd Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Please write a narrative of one to three pages addressing the following items:
- Describe your academic/research interests and your professional goals.
- Describe your life experiences which have influenced your view of social justice.
- Describe any research and professional experiences.
- Describe why social justice is a vital aspect of preparing to teach in urban communities.
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Chemistry BA/Secondary Education MEd are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Undergraduate students should apply during the Spring semester of their junior year.
Summer
Priority: February 15
General: March 31
Summer I 2024 only: May 3, 2024
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Chemistry BA/Secondary Education MEd include:
1 Letter of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Illinois Test of Academic Proficiency
Resume/CV
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the Chemistry BA/Secondary Education MEd Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Please write a narrative of one to three pages addressing the following items:
- Describe your academic/research interests and your professional goals.
- Describe your life experiences which have influenced your view of social justice.
- Describe any research and professional experiences.
- Describe why social justice is a vital aspect of preparing to teach in urban communities.
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Physics BS/Secondary Education MEd are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Undergraduate students should apply during the Spring semester of their junior year.
Summer
Priority: February 15
General: March 31
Summer I 2024 only: May 3, 2024
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Physics BS/Secondary Education MEd include:
1 Letter of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Illinois Test of Academic Proficiency
Resume/CV
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the Physics BS/Secondary Education MEd Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Please write a narrative of one to three pages addressing the following items:
- Describe your academic/research interests and your professional goals.
- Describe your life experiences which have influenced your view of social justice.
- Describe any research and professional experiences.
- Describe why social justice is a vital aspect of preparing to teach in urban communities.
Start Your Application
Applying online to the accelerated program is a swift, uncomplicated, and cost-free process. After submission, you can proceed to send and upload any additional requirements.
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