Designed for both aspiring and experienced educators, our MEd in Secondary Education program goes beyond foundational teaching methods, focusing on advanced pedagogical strategies, curriculum design and educational leadership. You'll gain the skills to not only improve student outcomes but also advance into leadership roles.
When applying to Xavier’s secondary education graduate program, please submit the following:
- Completed online application.
- Official transcripts of all previous undergraduate and graduate coursework sent directly from the college or university.
- Official test scores from the Graduate Record Exam (GRE). If you previously took the GRE and want your scores sent to Xavier, please contact GRE at 1-888-GRE-SCORE.
Please send electronic transcripts to xugrad@xavier.edu or hard copies to:
Xavier University
Admission Processing Center
3800 Victory Parkway
Cincinnati, Ohio 45207-5131
Our Admissions Committee processes and reviews your application immediately upon receiving all the necessary materials and considers all the information in your application, including prior grades, test scores, and evidence of potential for success in graduate study.
International students may have additional application requirements. Review Xavier’s International Graduate Admissions for more information.
For questions regarding the application process, please email the Office of Graduate Services at xugrad@xavier.edu.
Xavier waives required test scores if you are:
- A state-licensed teacher.
- Pursuing an M.Ed. or MSEd without licensure (if undergrad GPA is 3.0 or higher).
- Pursuing a principal or administration license.
- Pursuing a second license or endorsement.
- Pursuing a Montessori teaching credential only.
M.Ed. Core Requirements (9 credit hours)
- EDFD 500 - History/Philosophy of Am Educ
- EDFD 505 - Org of Ed Systems in U.S.
- EDFD 507 - Educational Research
Remaining 21 Credit Hours
The remaining 21 hours will consist of 12 hours taken from graduate level professional education courses or subject content courses (e.g. art, biology, chemistry, English. French, Spanish, history, math, music, political science, or theology). The remaining 9 semester hours may be taken from any graduate level course as elective courses. The M.Ed. candidate is free to select courses that advance teaching in the secondary school.
A maximum of 12 semester hours of Xavier University undergraduate courses (numbered 200 or higher) taken at the graduate level, with an earned grade of at least a B, may be applied to this program. Undergraduate credit earned at other institutions, while not allowed to count towards degree requirements, can be used for the purposes of licensure.
Fields of licensure include the following:
Grades 7-12 (Adolescent to Young Adult)
- Chemistry
- English Language Arts
- Integrated Mathematics
- Integrated Science
- Integrated Social Studies
- Life Science
- Physics
Grades Pre K-12 (Multi-Age)
- French
- German
- Music
- Spanish
- Theater
- Visual Art
Tuition
- MEd, MA and Non-degree Licensure/Endorsement and Certificates..............$660
- Catholic School Rate..............$393
- Tier I Partner Rate..............$495
- Tier II Partner Rate..............$561
Fees
- Student ID Fee..............$12.50
- 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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Why Secondary Education at Xavier University?
Courses are delivered in a blended format, combining online learning with real-world experience. Students can enroll part-time or full-time, allowing them to balance their education with their professional and personal lives.
Our 99% teaching licensure exam pass rate means you can feel confident that you'll have the knowledge and skills needed to successfully advance or start your teaching career.
In addition to the 30 credit hours of coursework required for the degree, graduate students can add classes for licensure in an area of specialty they choose, from science and language to history, music and art.
Gain practical skills through a full semester of supervised student teaching. Our partnerships with over 50 local schools give you access to diverse classroom environments.
Learn more about how you can achieve your career goals with a Master's in Secondary Education from Xavier University.
Contact the Office of the Graduate School for a personalized tour of Xavier University's campus with an emphasis on our graduate education programs.
Three Degree Pathways
To accommodate our students’ varied backgrounds and professional goals, Xavier offers numerous secondary education programs.
Teacher Licensure for Career Changers
Teaching Licensure Option
Non-licensure Option
FAQ
Xavier's M.Ed. in Secondary Education program offers a comprehensive pathway to a rewarding career in teaching. Learn more.
Due to the continual demand for qualified and competent educators, the employment rate for kindergarten, elementary and high school teachers remains steady. Each year, more than 100,000 kindergarten and elementary school educator roles and 67,000 high school positions become available, showcasing the need for teachers passionate about education and committed to impacting students' lives.
Additionally, because of this consistent call for educators, they can earn a dependable annual salary of $69,480. Teachers’ earning potential fluctuates from $46,480 to $101,710 based on state, school district, years of experience and education level. By achieving your master’s in secondary education, you boost your chances of increasing your annual income and tackling advanced positions.
The Master of Education in Secondary Education program is a blended program, with some courses are offered online and some courses offered in person.
Students can complete the program at a pace that works for them, including part-time.
In our M.Ed. program, you can specialize your degree and focus your career trajectory by selecting a licensure concentration. These require additional coursework and can be planned as part of the degree program.
Fields of licensure include the following:
- Grades 7-12 (Adolescent to Young Adult)
- Chemistry
- Integrated Language Arts (English)
- Integrated Mathematics
- Integrated Science
- Integrated Social Studies
- Life Science
- Physics
- Grades Pre K-12 (Multi-Age)
- French
- German
- Music
- Spanish
- Theater
- Visual Art
Master of Education (MEd) in Secondary Education Program at Xavier University
At Xavier University’s Master of Education in Secondary Education program, you receive a rigorous liberal arts education and hands-on training to help you grow as an educator and leader. With various concentrations and licensure opportunities, you can customize your degree to suit your professional goals and develop essential skills. Enrich your career and pedagogical knowledge by enrolling in Xavier’s M.Ed. in Secondary 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."