Make an Impact on Young Adults
Ready to make an impact on middle and high school students? Our Master of Education in Secondary Education will develop the skills you need to prepare students for life after high school. At the same time, you gain licensure to teach Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, English, History and Social Science, Mathematics, or Physics. Choose to earn your degree part or full-time and earn licensure in secondary English, Mathematics, Science, or History.
Secondary Education
(M.Ed.)
At a Glance
36 Credit Hours
Multiple Learning Formats
1 - 2 Year Program
Sessions Begin May & September
About the M.Ed. in Secondary Education Program
Program Highlights
We have designed an engaging learning experience for you—that means providing exceptional faculty and advisors to support you in building your skillset. Here are just a few of the highlights of your program:
Full or part-time program options
Variety of learning formats
Course-specific field experience
14-week student-teaching internship
Program completion in as little as one year
Conduct research with faculty
Field experiences to support hands-on learning
Student-teaching opportunities locally or abroad
Accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
What Can I Do With a M.Ed. in Secondary Education?
A Master of Education in Secondary Education can position you for roles in a number of secondary education settings. A few career paths that value a background in secondary education include:
Math, Science, English, and Social Studies teachers
Curriculum Developer
Educational Consultant
Instructional Designer
Master of Education in Secondary Education Courses:
Literacy Across the Curriculum
Effective Classroom Management
Advanced Secondary Teaching Methods
Instruction & Assessment
Let’s Get Started!
Marymount empowers graduate students to advance their careers, expand their expertise, and make a meaningful impact. Located in Arlington, Virginia—just minutes from Washington, D.C.—Marymount offers nationally ranked, career-focused programs grounded in the liberal arts and guided by a commitment to intellectual curiosity, service, and global perspective.
As a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and one of the nation’s most diverse campuses, Marymount provides a dynamic environment where students from around the world learn, lead, and Learn with Purpose.
Why Marymount University?
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“My professors guided me through uncertainty, helped shape my career goals, and gave me the confidence to consider a Ph.D. in education.”
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Aileen Martinez
M.Ed. in Special Education -
“The small program size helped me form lasting bonds with faculty and classmates—supportive relationships that shaped both my academic and personal growth.”
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Ellington Mendez
M.A. in Forensic and Legal
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“Marymount gave me the support and flexibility to transition from engineering into physical therapy—and make a full-circle career change I’m proud of.”
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Eva Cepeda
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) -
“I’m earning dual master’s degrees in IT and business at Marymount to stand out in the competitive tech industry.”
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Mohamed Mongalgi (international)
Dual Master’s in Business
Administration and Information
Technology (MBA/MS)
Ready to advance your career at Marymount University?
Our programs give you the tools you need to build the future you want.