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Test Waivers
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, GRE, GMAT and MTEL testing has temporarily been waived from the application requirements for a number of our graduate programs through spring 2026.
Choose the program option best for you
The MEd program leads to a master's degree. It is designed for those who wish to qualify for an initial license as a Library Teacher K–12 in Massachusetts.
The initial licensure-only program does not lead to an academic degree. This program is designed for those students who hold a master’s degree and want to become certified as a Library Teacher All Levels.
While this program is not eligible for financial aid, the MEd program is eligible.
Graduate Application Process
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MEd Library Media Studies Graduate Application Process
Required Materials
- $50 non-refundable application fee
- Official transcript or transcript evaluation
- Three references
- English Proficiency, if applicable for international applicants
- Statement of purpose
- Library Media Studies does not require the GRE or MAT
Additional requirements
- Students applying to the Licensure Only program in Library Media Studies must:
- Hold a master's degree.
- Apply for the Library Teacher All Levels license through DESE and send a copy of the competency review letter (found in your ELAR account after applying for licensure) to program coordinator Valerie Diggs at vdiggs@salemstate.edu.
- Copy of teacher's license(s) that you may hold
- Passing score on the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) Communication and Literacy, both the reading and writing subtests.
- Students who have not previously taken any education courses may need to complete introductory coursework.
Deadlines
Applications accepted on a rolling basis and reviewed once complete.