Students can explore other countries and cultures
while completing graduation requirements.
Academics
A Transformative Education
At the Lynch School, acclaimed scholar-practitioners use their experience improving communities to provide a world-class education that extends beyond the classroom. Practical experiences complement our highly ranked programs’ rigorous, relevant coursework—an approach that focuses on educating the whole person and developing reflective leaders who enhance the human condition.
In the classroom and in the field, through internships, practicums, research opportunities, and innovative programs, Lynch School students acquire the knowledge and skills needed to transform lives and strengthen communities.
Educating the Whole Person
The Lynch School employs a holistic approach to student formation: We educate our students as whole people—as intellectual, emotional, moral, social, and spiritual individuals—so they can help others flourish and lead lives of purpose.
Program Offerings
- Interdisciplinary Majors
- American Heritages
- General Science
- Mathematics/ Computer Science
- Perspectives on Spanish America
- Education Minors
- TELL Teaching English Language Learners Certificate
- Minor in Middle School Mathematics Teaching
- Leadership in Higher Education & Community Settings
- Concentration in Special Education
- Educational Theatre
- Applied Psychology and Human Development Minor
- Secondary Education Minor
- Inclusive Education Minor
TESpECI
Teacher Education, Special Education, and Curriculum & Instruction
- Elementary Education, M.Ed., M.A.T.
- Secondary Education, M.Ed., M.A.T., M.S.T.
- Curriculum & Instruction, M.Ed.
- Early Childhood Education, M.Ed.
- Moderate Special Needs, M.Ed.
- Severe Special Needs, M.Ed.
- Global Perspectives: Teaching, Curriculum, and Learning Environments, M.Ed.
- Dual Licensure Programs in Special Education
UNIQUE PROGRAMS
- Urban Catholic Teacher Corps (UCTC) - Special funding available for Urban Educators
UNIQUE CERTIFICATIONS
Practicum
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Student Teaching
The work graduate student Mark Soo has done alongside cooperating teacher Chris Carucci at Dedham High School has been a critical in his development as a classroom teacher. He calls the practicum a critical part of his training through the Teacher Education, Special Education, and Curriculum and Instruction Department.
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Clinical Placement
Mental Health Counseling graduate student Felipe Riguera works with Dr. Noelle Roop to serve teenagers at Charelstown High School. Through a partnership with Boston College, three Boston Public Schools are able to provide services for students in their native language, as well as meet the physical, mental, and learning challenges. Felipe said the academic rigor and focus on social justice set the Counseling, Developmental & Educational Psychology Department apart.
