Chicago,
IL,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Education in Elementary Education in Chicago United States | Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University Chicago
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Chicago United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
20,790
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The elementary education master's program equips you with in-depth knowledge of teaching methods, lesson planning, student evaluation, and classroom leadership for elementary settings. You'll also earn your Professional Educator License (PEL) with elementary and ESL qualifications, preparing you for elementary teaching careers. This part-time MEd program spans two years, with weekday afternoon and evening classes available at Loyola's Chicago campuses and through online learning.
The Elementary Education MEd with Dance Specialization caters to professionals aiming to transform children's lives through dance education, developed in collaboration with Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Residency Initiatives.
The curriculum is structured for optimal flexibility, offering evening and digital coursework options that enable you to work as a CPS teaching resident while earning your degree.
Upon completion, graduates obtain a PEL with elementary and ESL certifications plus a Dance Specialization, requiring 18 credit hours of prerequisite dance studies.
A key feature of our teacher training involves hands-on classroom practice, where participants work directly with students and experienced teachers to refine their instructional skills. Participants will serve as full-time CPS teaching residents, receiving a $40,000 residency stipend from CPS during this practical training period.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Application requirements for the Elementary Education MEd include:
Official Transcripts
1 Letter of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Resume/CV
Statement of Purpose
Applicants must submit official transcripts for all undergraduate and any graduate work. To be eligible for admission, your transcript must show an earned bachelor's degree or a bachelor's degree in progress. Certified copies of transcripts are acceptable, faxed copies of transcripts are not considered official. If you attended Loyola University Chicago previously, you do not need to request transcripts, we have them on record. Transcripts must show a GPA of at least a 3.0.
A Personal Statement
A current resume that highlights at least two years of work experience relevant to your professional goals. For the TOEFL, a minimum score of 79 on the iBT or a 550 on the written test is required.
For the IELTS, a minimum score of 6.0 is required. An applicant for admission must ordinarily hold (or receive prior to matriculation) a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. In addition, because academic qualifications are of major importance, the applicant ordinarily must have achieved a grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. If you have non-U.S. educational credentials, you are required to submit your official education credentials (e.g., transcripts, mark sheets, degree certificates, graduation diplomas) and evaluation fee directly to any NACES member companies.
Official Transcripts
1 Letter of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Resume/CV
Statement of Purpose
Applicants must submit official transcripts for all undergraduate and any graduate work. To be eligible for admission, your transcript must show an earned bachelor's degree or a bachelor's degree in progress. Certified copies of transcripts are acceptable, faxed copies of transcripts are not considered official. If you attended Loyola University Chicago previously, you do not need to request transcripts, we have them on record. Transcripts must show a GPA of at least a 3.0.
A Personal Statement
A current resume that highlights at least two years of work experience relevant to your professional goals. For the TOEFL, a minimum score of 79 on the iBT or a 550 on the written test is required.
For the IELTS, a minimum score of 6.0 is required. An applicant for admission must ordinarily hold (or receive prior to matriculation) a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. In addition, because academic qualifications are of major importance, the applicant ordinarily must have achieved a grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. If you have non-U.S. educational credentials, you are required to submit your official education credentials (e.g., transcripts, mark sheets, degree certificates, graduation diplomas) and evaluation fee directly to any NACES member companies.
Tuition
USD
20,790