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Bachelor's to Accelerated Master's Secondary Education - Chemistry Concentration

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Mason undergraduates are eligible to apply to this bachelor's/accelerated master's program, which allows them to obtain both a bachelor's degree and a master's degree within an accelerated time frame. The program also offers the advantage of paying undergraduate tuition rates for graduate classes taken while finishing the bachelor’s degree, with some graduate classes able to count towards both degrees.

Chemistry teachers help students understand their physical world, from the reactions within their own bodies to how soaps and detergents work and why egg proteins can keep a cookie from crumbling.

This program develops a deep knowledge of both the subject matter as well as its instructional practices and leads to Virginia state licensure in secondary education, preparing graduates to empower the next generation of scientists, engineers, and healthcare professionals.

What Are the Benefits of Completing This Master’s Degree?

  • Turn your passion into a high school or middle school student’s favorite subject by completing a state-approved program for Virginia teacher licensure in secondary education.
  • Complete clinical experiences in one of 16 partner schools—know and be known in your school as you learn to be a teacher.
  • Work with dedicated school- and university-based teacher educators committed to your success as a new teacher.
  • Leave our program with the tools to bring about meaningful change through education by learning to focus on social justice, advocacy, and teacher leadership.

Program Format

  • Includes both on-campus and online courses.
  • On-campus courses are held at Mason’s Fairfax campus.
  • A 6-credit internship is required.

Licensure Disclosure

George Mason University will verify completion of the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) state-approved preparation program at the graduate or undergraduate level. Such verification does not guarantee the issuance of a Virginia Collegiate Professional, Postgraduate Professional, or Pupil Personnel license from the Commonwealth of Virginia. It is solely the student's responsibility to comply with all requirements for licensure by the Commonwealth. Under Virginia law, a social security number is required for licensure.

This program has been identified by George Mason University as one that may lead to a career requiring professional licensure/certification. Federal regulations require George Mason to disclose information as to whether this program meets/does not meet the educational requirements for licensure/certification in your state, or whether such a determination has not been made. Please consult our Licensure Disclosure Tool for the disclosure statement specific to your desired state/program combination.