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5 Year B.A. to M.A.Ed.

The five-year B.A. to M.A.Ed. program allows undergraduate students at William & Mary to complete a major in Arts & Sciences, then elevate directly to one of the M.A.Ed. programs in the School of Education for a fifth year focused on elementary education, secondary education, special education or ESL/bilingual education.

The five-year program is ideal for students who decide later during their undergraduate experience that they would like to pursue a career in teaching. Students may apply to the five-year program as early as March 1 of the social junior year but no later than November 15 of the social senior year.

Course of Study

Students must take two courses in either fall or spring of senior year:

  • EDUC 301: Educational Psychology. Examine psychological theories and research findings dealing with human development and learning. 
  • EDUC 310: Social , Philosophical, Cultural & Historical Foundations of American Education. Understand the complexities and practicalities of teaching in public schools.
  • Students planning to specialize in Special Education may also take EDUC 425.

Upon completing the bachelor's degree, students elevate directly to a master's program. The master's programs are full-time, 12-month programs beginning in the summer immediately following graduation. Students pursue the following programs of study depending on area of focus: 

Applying for Admission

Students must apply directly to the School of Education no later than November 15 of their social senior year to be considered for the five-year program. Learn more about applying for admission.