Graduate Education Programs
Elmhurst’s graduate education programs provide working educators with flexible, hands-on learning experiences designed to support individual career goals through small class sizes and personalized instruction.
Led by highly qualified faculty who are active scholars and subject matter experts, the programs equip educators with versatile skills that evolve alongside the needs of their students and schools. With a strong emphasis on leadership, research, collaboration and evidence-based practices, students gain meaningful professional connections while preparing to make a lasting impact in their educational communities. Explore Elmhurst’s graduate pathways in education as you work towards your advanced degree or endorsement.
ESL Letter of Approval
Educators with an LBS1 endorsement can also elect to have an Illinois ESL Letter of approval added to their credentials which requires three courses:
- MTL 558 Theoretical Foundations of Teaching English Language Learners
- MTL 579 Methods and Materials for Teaching English Language Learners
- MTL 587 Assessment of English Language Learners
Being a part of the Master’s program here at Elmhurst has helped me learn and grow as a future teacher leader and helped me evolve as a current teacher. I am forever grateful to have had the opportunity to attend both undergrad and grad studies here and recommend both to anyone interested in these career paths!
Natalia Bryja, '22, M.Ed. '25
Dr. Amanda Passmore talks about the Master’s Degrees in Education.
Find out what makes Elmhurst University stand out in the field of education. Contact our admission counselors to explore any of these programs in more depth and discuss which program of study would fit your career goals!