Professional and Graduate Education (PaGE)

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Mount Holyoke College has been on the forefront of providing a rigorous education to passionate changemakers who have gone on to break new ground in education, the sciences, the arts, public service and social justice movements for over 180 years. The graduate programs continue this tradition, supporting educators at every stage of their career.

Due to COVID-19 precautions, all graduate courses will be conducted online at this time.

Graduate Programs and Professional Development Opportunities

From licensure to leadership, providing support for every stage of an educator’s career.

Teacher Licensure

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M.A.T., Initial Teacher Licensure

Start your journey toward becoming a licensed teacher.

M.A.T., English Language Learners

MAT with licensure; MAT without licensure (online); Additional Licensure

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M.A.T., Special Educ./Moderate Disabilities

One of the most in-demand areas for schools across the nation, and a Signature Program of the Master of Arts In Teaching (special scholarships available).

Teacher Leadership

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M.A.T., Teacher Leadership

Lead from within the classroom and find your niche as a teacher leader.

Independent Schools Program

A specialized course of study offered through our Master of Arts in Teaching, Teacher Leadership program.

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Specialties and Professional Development

Arts Integration, Digital Innovation & Media, Global Education, or Educational Entrepreneurship.

Teaching Mathematics

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M.A.T., Mathematics

Advancing the learning and teaching of mathematics for K-8 teachers.

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Summer Math Institutes

Summer math institutes for teachers, coaches and others interested in the teaching and learning of mathematics.

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Mathematics Professional Learning Communities

Opportunities to engage with colleagues in professional learning.

Professional Opportunities

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Professional Development Institutes

Build your capabilities to grow, adapt and succeed professionally.

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Webinars, Seminars and Learning Communities

Opportunities to engage with colleagues in professional learning.

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On Demand Videos

Watch pre-recorded professional development videos.

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Customized Professional Learning & Consulting

Professional learning and consultation for schools, districts and organizations around the world.

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Admission, Tuition and Financial Aid

What you need to know to start on your new path today.

Resources

Useful information for prospective students, current students, alumnae/i, and faculty.

Teaching Formats

Flexibility and rich engagement. The professional and graduate programs at Mount Holyoke College use on-campus, online and hybrid teaching formats to support busy professionals and provide flexibility to our students.

Partnerships

Go further together. Our partnerships make pursuing your degree more accessible, make your education more robust, and connect you with networks of dedicated and talented professionals.

Graduate Courses

Over 100 classes across 3 graduate programs and 10 professional development institutes. On-campus, online and hybrid courses in pedagogy, educational leadership and entrepreneurship, global and intercultural education, and educational communications and media.

Graduate Faculty

A dedicated team here to support your growth and development. Meet our faculty, all practitioners, who will help you take the next steps in your career.