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Grow as an educator and help students succeed—on your schedule. Boston College’s online M.Ed. programs in Educational Leadership & Policy and Global Perspectives are designed for working professionals. They provide the flexibility you want and the tools you need to improve student outcomes.

In an online or hybrid format, ELP equips you with the skills to assume or advance in leadership roles in school systems and educational organizations that engage whole students and communities.

The fully online GP program prepares you to ensure that every student has access to a world of educational opportunities by bringing inclusive practices to your classroom and connecting you with an international community.

Preferred admission deadline

Priority admission deadline

Rolling admissions ends

Preferred admission deadline

Priority admission deadlinee

Rolling admissions ends

Fully online
or hybrid*

Enroll fall, spring, 
or summer*

Two-year, 
30-credit degree

Financial aid 
available

* Summer enrollment and hybrid options are only available for ELP students

LEAD CHANGE IN EDUCATION.

STUDY ANYWHERE, BELONG AT BC.

Lead change in education. As an Educational Leadership & Policy (ELP) student, you’ll strengthen your skills as a leader in standards-based reform, technological advances, and evidence-based practices.

In Global Perspective’s collaborative, community-centered environment, you’ll learn how to create globally informed and effective learning environments for each student.

• Educate the whole person
• Drive organizational change
• Encourage comprehensive and engaged educational systems

• Explore educational viewpoints
• Design a more effective curriculum
• Develop local solutions from global research

Admissions office

U.S. News & World Report

2024–25 fact book

• Re-enter the field of education
• Improve curricula in educational communities
• Educate students in non-school settings
• Promote equitable opportunities for their students
• Support diverse and globalized classrooms

• Expand their impact on students
• Successfully evaluate, develop, and iterate educational policy
• Become educational leaders and advocates
• Strengthen educational communities

• Program Support Coordinator
• Dean of New Faculty
• Director of Identity & Mission
• Professor at the School of Education
• Language Specialist
• Master Teacher

• Resource Teacher
• Teaching Artist / Data Analyst
• Education Consultant
• Social Studies Teacher
• Academic Environment Program Manager

Since 1863, Boston College has been known for our academic excellence, innovation, and commitment to formative education. Today, our accredited, online M.Ed. programs offer rigorous courses taught by world-renowned faculty. They offer a flexible path for you to join BC’s global network of educators committed to the common good. 

Ready to advance your career as an educator who helps all students to thrive? Learn more about our Educational Leadership and Policy and Global Perspectives M.Ed. programs.

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OF EDUCATION AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

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