Boston,
MA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Education in Vision Studies in Boston United States | University of Massachusetts Boston
University of Massachusetts Boston
|
Boston United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
28,350
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Develop the expertise to pursue careers as educators, therapists, or specialists supporting individuals with visual impairments.
UMass Boston's Vision Studies MEd program earned recognition among U.S. News & World Report's top Online Graduate Education Programs. The curriculum prepares professionals to empower visually impaired individuals in reaching their objectives, from quality education and meaningful careers to secure, autonomous mobility. Ideal for educators and practitioners aiming to support people with visual challenges in living safely, independently, and productively.
Engage with innovative educational technologies and acquire real-world experience through practical fieldwork. Apply your knowledge across diverse environments - including school systems, veterans' rehabilitation centers, nonprofit organizations, and various government agencies. This program qualifies graduates for Massachusetts teaching licensure and readies them for national certification exams administered by the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation & Education Professionals.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Transcripts Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended A 3.0 undergraduate GPA is required
Three Letters of Recommendation Emphasis should be on academic and professional references
Statement of Interest and Intent Required Writing Sample Submit a twopart essay
Explain your reasons for wishing to pursue graduate studies approximately 300 words
Indicate your specific interest in AT OM TVI or VRT and discuss the type of work you would like to do in this field at least 1200 words
This statement will be reviewed for both your overall message and your ability to write at the graduate level Proofread your writing carefully it is ranked according to its clarity grammar and syntax
Personal Interview with Faculty Member When the Office of Graduate Admissions has notified us of your completed application we will contact qualified candidates to arrange an interview either in person or via teleconference
PBT - 550, TOEFL IBT - 79, IELTS - 6.0, DuoLingo - 100
Three Letters of Recommendation Emphasis should be on academic and professional references
Statement of Interest and Intent Required Writing Sample Submit a twopart essay
Explain your reasons for wishing to pursue graduate studies approximately 300 words
Indicate your specific interest in AT OM TVI or VRT and discuss the type of work you would like to do in this field at least 1200 words
This statement will be reviewed for both your overall message and your ability to write at the graduate level Proofread your writing carefully it is ranked according to its clarity grammar and syntax
Personal Interview with Faculty Member When the Office of Graduate Admissions has notified us of your completed application we will contact qualified candidates to arrange an interview either in person or via teleconference
PBT - 550, TOEFL IBT - 79, IELTS - 6.0, DuoLingo - 100
Tuition
USD
28,350