The Master of Science in Chemistry Education (M.S.C.E.) is a professional degree designed to improve the content and pedagogical knowledge of teachers of chemistry who already possess a bachelor's degree in Chemistry or closely related field (e.g. biochemistry or chemistry education).
The Master of Science in Chemistry Education program can be completed entirely online or as a blended program (partially online and partially on-campus). This program does not lead to teacher licensure.
A student applying to a master's program must:
International students can learn more about specific application requirements by visiting the Office of Admissions.
Students applying to this program must:
International students applying to the Master of Chemistry Education program must have a TOEFL score of at least 100 iBT, 250 computer-based, or 600 paper-based; the minimum acceptable IELTS score is 7.0 band.
When applying, international students applying to a fully online program must agree to our international online and hybrid programs disclosure and disclaimer statements. Due to limited on-campus courses, immigration documentation cannot be issued for students seeking F-1 or J-1 status.
Term | Application Deadline |
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Fall (August) | June 1 |
Spring (January) | December 1 |
Summer (May/June) | May 1 |
See Student Accounts for information on tuition and fees. Funding for graduate students is available from several different sources. Students who have been admitted from contiguous states including Iowa, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, and Wisconsin will receive in-state tuition.
Name | Office | Phone | |
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Sarah Boesdorfer | Julian 220 | sbboesd@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-7905 |