The Lynch School of Education and the School of Theology and Ministry at Boston College offer joint degree programs in Catholic Educational Leadership across the education spectrum, from K-12  schools to institutions of higher education.

These programs offer the convenience and cost effectiveness of other master's degrees in the fields of education and religious education, while providing students the opportunity to integrate studies in school or university administration with courses in Catholic mission, culture, theology, and ministry. Generous financial aid is available.

M.A., M.Ed., and C.A.E.S. degrees are available through the Urban Catholic Teacher Corps. UCTC is a two-year post-graduate service program that offers new teachers an opportunity to gain classroom experience in the inner city under the guidance of experienced Catholic school teachers. UCTC members teach full time in Boston's urban Catholic schools and live together in a community house. This program is housed in the Lynch School of Education. Program of Study

The M.Ed. in Educational Administration and Catholic School Leadership prepares those with little background in educational administration for the principalship or presidency of Catholic schools. The degree emphasizes theoretical and practical experiences in educational leadership while empowering graduates to promote a mission-based ethos in their schools. This M.Ed. is housed in the Lynch School of Education. Program of Study

The M.A. in Higher Education Administration with a concentration in Catholic University Leadership is for those aspiring to careers in educational administration in Catholic colleges and universities and who wish to embrace their distinctive mission and culture. This M.A. is housed in the Lynch School of Education. Program of Study

The M.Ed. in Religious Education, Catholic School Leadership Concentration is designed for those who have some background and experience in educational administration, but little formal background in Catholic theology or ministry, and wish to become principals or presidents of Catholic schools. With this degree, graduates will be well-equipped to provide mission-based leadership that fosters spiritual vitality for all members of the school community. This M.Ed. is housed in the School of Theology and Ministry.Program of Study

Program Contacts:
STM: Jennifer Bader, Associate Dean, Academic Affairs
617-552-4478, jennifer.bader.1@bc.edu

LSOE: Michael James, Fellow, Center for Catholic Education
617-552-4187, michael.james.1@bc.edu

Admissions Contacts:
STM: Donna DeRosa, Assistant Director, Admissions and Financial Aid
617-552-8441, donna.derosa.1@bc.edu

LSOE: Adam Poluzzi, Director, Admissions and Financial Aid
617-552-4214, adam.poluzzi.1@bc.edu