How to Apply
Stonehill College graduate inclusive education programs have program-specific application and prerequisite requirements, such as coursework or professional experience. For more information, please see the application instructions by program track below.
Master's Degree and Massachusetts Initial Licensure
The following inclusive education tracks lead to a master's degree and Massachusetts initial licensure.
This inclusive education track leads to a master's degree and Massachusetts initial licensure in special education, PreK-8.
Upcoming Application Deadlines
- Stonehill on Cape Cod: October 27, 2023
- Spring Semester: January 1, 2024
- Stonehill in Boston: January 26, 2024
- Stonehill Teacher Residency: May 1, 2024
- Summer Semester: May 1, 2024
Program Prerequisite(s)
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Licensure subject matter knowledge verification
- Completed course in child development with a grade of B or better, or Massachusetts initial licensure in another area
Please note that, in some cases, students may be accepted into the program without having completed the prerequisites stated above. These students will be required to develop an advisor-approved plan for completion of equivalent courses.
This inclusive education track leads to a master's degree and Massachusetts initial licensure in special education, 5-12.
Upcoming Application Deadlines
- Stonehill on Cape Cod: October 27, 2023
- Spring Semester: January 1, 2024
- Stonehill in Boston: January 26, 2024
- Stonehill Teacher Residency: May 1, 2024
- Summer Semester: May 1, 2024
Program Prerequisite(s)
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Licensure subject matter knowledge verification
- Completed course in adolescent development with a grade of B or better, or Massachusetts initial licensure in another area
Please note that, in some cases, students may be accepted into the program without having completed the prerequisites stated above. These students will be required to develop an advisor-approved plan for completion of equivalent courses.
This inclusive education track leads to a master's degree and Massachusetts initial licensure in math/science, 5-8.
Upcoming Application Deadlines
- Spring Semester: January 1, 2024
- Stonehill Teacher Residency: May 1, 2024
- Summer Semester: May 1, 2024
Program Prerequisite(s)
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Licensure subject matter knowledge verification
- Completed course in child development with a grade of B or better, or Massachusetts initial licensure in another area
Please note that, in some cases, students may be accepted into the program without having completed the prerequisites stated above. These students will be required to develop an advisor-approved plan for completion of equivalent courses.
Master's Degree, Community Education Program
The following community education options lead to a master's degree and a specialization in diversity, equity and inclusivity.
This community education option leads to a master's degree and a specialization in diversity, equity and inclusivity.
Upcoming Application Deadlines
- Spring Semester: January 1, 2024
- Summer Semester: May 1, 2024
Program Prerequisite(s)
- Bachelor’s Degree
Inclusive Education Postbaccalaureate Licensure Program
The Inclusive Education Postbaccalaureate Licensure Program leads to Massachusetts initial licensure in math/science, 5-8 or special education, 5-12.
This Inclusive Education Postbaccalaureate Licensure Program track leads to Massachusetts initial licensure in special education, 5-12.
Upcoming Application Deadlines
- Spring Semester: January 1, 2024
- Summer Semester: May 1, 2024
Program Prerequisite(s)
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Licensure subject matter knowledge verification
- Completed course in adolescent development with a grade of B or better, or Massachusetts initial licensure in another area
Please note that, in some cases, students may be accepted into the program without having completed the prerequisites stated above. These students will be required to develop an advisor-approved plan for completion of equivalent courses.
This Inclusive Education Postbaccalaureate Licensure Program track leads to Massachusetts initial licensure in math/science, 5-8.
Upcoming Application Deadlines
- Spring Semester: January 1, 2024
- Summer Semester: May 1, 2024
Program Prerequisite(s)
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Licensure subject matter knowledge verification
- Completed course in adolescent development with a grade of B or better, or Massachusetts initial licensure in another area
Please note that, in some cases, students may be accepted into the program without having completed the prerequisites stated above. These students will be required to develop an advisor-approved plan for completion of equivalent courses.
Inclusive Education Graduate Certificates
The Diversity, Equity & Inclusivity (DEI) Graduate Certificate Program prepares educators who keep social justice, equity and democratic education at the center of their practice.
Upcoming Application Deadlines
- Spring Semester: January 1, 2024
- Summer Semester: May 1, 2024
Program Prerequisite(s)
- Bachelor’s Degree
Contact Information
Rebekah C. Louis
Graduate & Professional Studies Admission assists students as they explore graduate and professional opportunities offered at Stonehill College.