Become a teacher
If you are interested in exploring the teaching field or are ready to earn your teaching license, we offer a variety of programs at both the undergraduate and graduate level.
Make an impact. Become a teacher.
Graduate programs
The accelerated Master of Education and Teaching License program will allow you to complete all the required coursework and teaching hours to become a teacher in your field of choice in just 12-15 months. Before you are admitted to the MEd and Teaching license programs, you must complete some prerequisite coursework, which varies based on the type of license you are seeking. Earning a teacher certification at the UMN Twin Cities in a state approved licensure program is part of the entry-level process for working full-time in a Minnesota school. Other states have unique criteria for certifying teachers.
Arts in education MEd and teaching license Arts in education MEd and teaching license
Earn your license to teach PreK-12 visual arts, dance, or theatre arts in just over a year. Our accelerated program will prepare you to step into your classroom with confidence and solid classroom experience
Elementary education MEd and teaching license Elementary education MEd and teaching license
Earn your masters of education and a license to teach in elementary classrooms (K-6) in Minnesota in just over a year. Our accelerated program will prepare you to step into your classroom with confidence and solid classroom experience.
English education MEd and teaching license English education MEd and teaching license
Our accelerated program will prepare you to step into your classroom with confidence and solid classroom experience. You will complete all of the required coursework and teaching hours for licensure in just 12 months.
Master’s in mathematics education (MEd) and teaching license Master’s in mathematics education (MEd) and teaching license
Earn your master’s in mathematics education and teaching license in 12 months at the UMN. Our accelerated program has a 100% job placement rate and provides extensive classroom experience to prepare you for a successful teaching career.
Master's in science education (MEd) for teaching license Master's in science education (MEd) for teaching license
Become a licensed science teacher in 12 months with the University of Minnesota's MEd program. Gain hands-on experience and prepare to teach chemistry, life science, physics, or earth and space science.
Multilingual education MEd and teaching license Multilingual education MEd and teaching license
Earn your master’s of education and a license to teach English as a Second Language and/or world languages in Minnesota K-12 classrooms.
Multilingual education for working professionals MEd Multilingual education for working professionals MEd
Designed for practicing English as a second language (ESL) or world/classical language teachers who wish to earn a Minnesota teaching license in ESL or a world/classical language or for non-licensed district staff with bachelor’s degrees
Master’s in social studies education (MEd) for teaching license Master’s in social studies education (MEd) for teaching license
Earn your license to teach social studies in grades 5-12 and your master’s degree in just over a year. Our accelerated program will prepare you to start teaching with solid classroom experience.
Undergraduate minors
We offer undergraduate minors that will let you explore teaching and learning.
Climate Justice Education minor Climate Justice Education minor
The goal of the Climate Justice Education minor is to advance that education while fostering a community of students and faculty with the skills, transdisciplinary civic capacities, and ecocentric values needed for resilient, racially and…
Learning technologies minor Learning technologies minor
Become a digital-savvy leader in your career field. As new online and mobile technologies are being added to our lives every day, they are transforming the way we communicate, collaborate, create, and learn.
Racial justice in urban schooling minor Racial justice in urban schooling minor
The racial justice in urban schooling minor is designed for students interested in the intersections of race, social class, language status, gender or sexual orientation, and how those impact educational equity and social justice.
Teaching english as a second language (TESL) minor & certificate Teaching english as a second language (TESL) minor & certificate
Prepare to teach English in community ESL programs, during study abroad, or after you graduate.
Multiple Pathways to Teaching (MPT)
Elementary education MEd and teaching license (Minnesota Grow Your Own Teachers pathway) Elementary education MEd and teaching license (Minnesota Grow Your Own Teachers pathway)
This pathway is designed for non-licensed individuals with a bachelor's degree who would like to become Elementary Education teachers while working in schools.
ESL and world language education MEd and teaching license (Minnesota Grow Your Own Teachers pathway) ESL and world language education MEd and teaching license (Minnesota Grow Your Own Teachers pathway)
This pathway is designed for individuals with a bachelor's degree and who are interested in earning a master's degree and license in K-12 ESL and/or World Language.
Elementary education MEd and teaching license, dual language immersion focus Elementary education MEd and teaching license, dual language immersion focus
This program has been recommended for closure and is no longer accepting applications.
Transfer students
The Department of Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) welcomes both undergraduate and graduate transfer students.