Online Montessori Education Graduate Program
Earn your M.Ed. in Montessori Education from the nationally ranked, fully online graduate program at Loyola. Through the Professional pathway, Montessori professionals will graduate equipped to lead in diverse educational settings, driving positive outcomes for all students.
Program Overview
- Credits: 33
- 100% online format
- Start in fall, spring, or summer
- Part-time
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Finish in 2 years
About the Montessori Professional Program
The Professional pathway allows Montessori professionals to learn how to foster inclusive and transformative educational environments and communities. Students will gain an overview of Montessori philosophy through practical coursework in special education, leadership, and inclusive practices.
Professional pathway graduate courses are taught in an asynchronous, online format. Classes are 8 weeks during the fall, spring, and summer semesters.
The Professional pathway includes five pedagogical courses and five core courses focused on inclusive practices, educational research, and a final capstone practicum. Students will engage in weekly forums and assignments. Each course culminates in a deliverable that can be applied directly to your professional setting, ensuring practical, real-world learning throughout the program.
Learn more about the curriculum and course of study in the Graduate Catalog.
Apply to Loyola’s Montessori Education Graduate Program
Join Loyola’s nationally ranked, fully online graduate program in Montessori Education.
- Bachelor’s degree
- One letter of recommendation
- Official transcripts
- Virtual interview with the Montessori Education Program Director
- $60 application fee (waived when you attend a virtual information session)
Note: International students cannot be issued a form I-20 for this online program.
Loyola offers various opportunities for financial aid, including Merit Scholarships, Ignatius Grant Awards, and Graduate Assistantships.
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Montessori Education Program Outcomes
90% of graduates felt their ability to reflect on practice to become more effective Montessori practitioners was significantly enhanced.
Toral Patel, M.Ed. ’26
One of the most beautiful aspects of this program is the diversity of voices, from peers across the globe to professors with varied academic and classroom experience.
Lily Enchin, M.Ed. ’23
It was such a gift to take my Montessori training to the next level while pursuing my graduate degree, working alongside fellow Montessori educators from across the globe, and putting my newfound research skills into practice
Sinem Degerli, M.Ed. ’23
If you would like to grow in many aspects of life and make a difference, Loyola is where you should be.
Montessori Education Career Paths
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