Xavier's online MEd in Montessori Education program is based on a strong foundation in the knowledge of child development and grants licensed teachers an American Montessori Credential and Ohio Pre-Kindergarten or Kindergarten to grade 3 licensure.
Admission Criteria
You may begin the program in the summer, fall, or spring term.
Applications are processed immediately upon receiving all the necessary materials, and you will be notified of your status as soon as possible. The admission committee considers all the information contained in the admission application, including prior grades, test scores, and evidence of potential for success in graduate study.
To learn more about international student admission requirements and the process, please visit International Admissions.
Required Core Courses (Total Hours: 30)
- EDFD 500: History and Philosophy of Education - 3 cr
- EDFD 505: Organizational Leadership- 3 cr
- EDFD 507: Research- 3 cr
- EDME 557: Montessori Language Enrichment- 3 cr
- EDME 558: Math and Geometry Enrichment- 3 cr
- EDME 559: Community and Advocacy- 3 cr
- EDME 561: Montessori Observation, Documentation, and Analysis- 3 cr
- EDME 565: Creating Inclusive Montessori Classrooms- 3 cr
- EDAD 565: School Law- 3 cr
- EDAD 661: Montessori Curriculum Design & Teaching Strategies- 3 cr
Tuition
- MEd, MA and Non-degree Licensure/Endorsement and Certificates..............$674
- Catholic School Rate..............$400
- Tier I Partner Rate..............$506
- Tier II Partner Rate..............$573
Fees
- Student ID Fee..............$15
- Graduate Student Association Fee, degree-seeking full-time..............$15 (per semester)
- Graduate Student Association Fee, degree-seeking part-time..............$10 (per semester)
For the full, official listing, please visit xavier.edu/costs.
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Program Features
Xavier established the first graduate Montessori teacher education program in the nation in 1965 and has been a national and global leader ever since. Xavier now offers graduate and undergraduate degrees in Montessori, teacher licensing and credentialing programs, and up-to-date faculty research on Montessori methods.
Through our comprehensive and rigorous curriculum, you acquire a science-based approach to observing students and practical knowledge of creating holistic learning environments and experiences.
All students seeking licensure in Montessori Education are required to participate in a practicum in an accredited American Montessori School. Xavier has long-term partnerships with over 50 regional school districts where students are placed for field experiences and student teaching.
Experience a curriculum that integrates faith, social justice and academic rigor, emphasizing ethical decision-making and a commitment to serving marginalized communities.
Our 100% online, 15-credit hour Post-Graduate Certificate in Montessori Leadership equips you with the essential skills and knowledge to excel as a principal or Head of School in a dynamic Montessori environment.
At Xavier, our Graduate Admission Office hosts various events and information sessions throughout the year for current and prospective students. Join us at one or multiple events to see why Xavier is the place you belong.
Online Master of Education in Montessori Education (MEd) Program at Xavier University
The Xavier University Montessori teacher education programs grant an American Montessori Credential and Ohio Pre-Kindergarten or Kindergarten to grade 3 licensure. The graduate program in Montessori education is based on a strong foundation in child development and prepares the student with an understanding of Dr. Maria Montessori's philosophy in light of the education of the past and present. The on-campus and online programs are affiliated with the American Montessori Society and accredited by the Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education.
Xavier University's College of Professional Sciences prepares undergraduate and graduate students intellectually, morally and spiritually for careers and professions of service. CPS challenges students to strive for academic excellence and life-long learning through promoting collaboration and community partnerships, and incorporating research, scholarship and innovation.
Xavier University is a private university located in Cincinnati, Ohio, providing a liberal arts education in the Jesuit Catholic tradition. Founded in 1831, the University is the sixth-oldest Catholic university in the nation. It has been ranked among the top 10 master's-level universities in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report for the past two decades. The Princeton Review names it one of the "Best 385 Colleges in America."