Urban Teaching Residency, MSEd
Urban Teaching Residency (UTR)
The Urban Teaching Residency program provides solid academic training and professional mentoring necessary to create effective urban educators. The curriculum is set around four core principles: unwavering focus on children; teacher inquiry and reflection; broad understanding of education and commitment to equal access and opportunity.
To meet the needs of people working full time, the Urban Teaching Residency program is an executive-style format program with a hybrid of online and in-person coursework. Using an executive-learning format, the UTR program allows students to earn their degree and teaching certification while maintaining full-time employment. The two year program is a hybrid format, meaning that courses are in-person approximately one evening a week and online.
For more information: https://www.gse.upenn.edu/academics/programs/urban-teaching-residency-teacher-education-masters
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2026 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.
Core Requirements
Urban Teaching Residency Core Requirements
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| Core Requirements | ||
| EDTF 5300A & EDTF 5300B | Contemp Issues Urban Ed and Contemp Issues Urban Ed | 1 |
| or EDTF 5300 | Contemporary Issues in Urban Education | |
| EDTF 5150 | Child Development | 1 |
| EDTF 5240 | School & Society Seminar | 1 |
| Choose one of the following: | 1 | |
| Foundations Special Educ | ||
| Foundations Special Educ and Foundations Special Educ | ||
| EDTF 6190 | Research Seminar | 1 |
| EDTF 6900 | Writing and Presenting Research Part 1 1 | 1 |
| EDTF 6910 | Writing and Presenting Research Part 2 1 | 1 |
| EDTF 7050 | Urban Education Capstone Writing Seminar | 1 |
| EDTF 7090 | TPP Fieldwork 2 | 3 |
| Program Approved Elective | 2 | |
| Methods Courses in Selected Subject Area | 3 | |
| Total Course Units | 16 | |
- 1
Taken Pass/Fail.
- 2
Students attempt EDTF 7090 for the first three terms (summer, fall, and spring) and earn 3 total CU's upon completion of the fieldwork, mentorship, and coaching requirements of the degree. This course is graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory.
Students complete Methods Courses from their declared subject area:
Elementary
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary (General) | ||
| EDTF 5030 | Methods: Elementary A | 1 |
| EDTF 5310 | Methods: Elementary B | 1 |
| EDTF 6010 | Methods: Advanced Elementary | 1 |
World Languages
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| EDTF 5080 | Methods: World Languages A | 1 |
| EDTF 5350 | Methods: World Languages B | 1 |
| EDTF 6060 | Methods: Advanced World Languages | 1 |
English Middle Years
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| EDTF 5050 | Methods: English A (Middle Level and Secondary) | 1 |
| EDTF 5330 | Methods: English B | 1 |
| EDTF 6040 | Methods: Advanced English | 1 |
English Secondary
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| EDTF 5050 | Methods: English A (Middle Level and Secondary) | 1 |
| EDTF 5330 | Methods: English B | 1 |
| EDTF 6040 | Methods: Advanced English | 1 |
Mathematics Middle Years
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| EDTF 5200 | Methods: Mathematics A | 1 |
| EDTF 5360 | Methods: Mathematics B | 1 |
| EDTF 6180 | Methods: Advanced Mathematics | 1 |
Mathematics Secondary
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| EDTF 5200 | Methods: Mathematics A | 1 |
| EDTF 5360 | Methods: Mathematics B | 1 |
| EDTF 6180 | Methods: Advanced Mathematics | 1 |
Sciences Middle Years
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| EDTF 5060 | Methods: Science A | 1 |
| EDTF 5340 | Methods: Science B | 1 |
| EDTF 6050 | Methods: Advanced Science | 1 |
General Sciences
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| EDTF 5060 | Methods: Science A | 1 |
| EDTF 5340 | Methods: Science B | 1 |
| EDTF 6050 | Methods: Advanced Science | 1 |
Biology
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| EDTF 5060 | Methods: Science A | 1 |
| EDTF 5340 | Methods: Science B | 1 |
| EDTF 6050 | Methods: Advanced Science | 1 |
Physics
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| EDTF 5060 | Methods: Science A | 1 |
| EDTF 5340 | Methods: Science B | 1 |
| EDTF 6050 | Methods: Advanced Science | 1 |
Chemistry
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| EDTF 5060 | Methods: Science A | 1 |
| EDTF 5340 | Methods: Science B | 1 |
| EDTF 6050 | Methods: Advanced Science | 1 |
Social Studies Secondary
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| EDTF 6070 | Advanced Social Studies Methods | 1 |
| EDUC 6029 | Teaching in the Middle and Secondary Schools: Social Studies | 1 |
| EDUC 6059 | Advanced Methods in Middle & Secondary Schools: Social Studies | 1 |
Social Studies Middle Years
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 6029 | Teaching in the Middle and Secondary Schools: Social Studies | 1 |
| EDUC 6059 | Advanced Methods in Middle & Secondary Schools: Social Studies | 1 |
| EDTF 6070 | Advanced Social Studies Methods | 1 |
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2026 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.
Every Teacher Certified (ETC) M.S.Ed. with Dual Certification
M.S.Ed. in Urban Education with dual certification in PA Instructional I and Special Education
Certification tracks are assigned based on the content area and grade level placement in which you work in your school. Our program ensures that your coursework and mentoring aligns with requirements for earning teaching certification.
General Education Tracks
- Pre-K-4th grade
- Middle Years with concentration in
- Mathematics
- Science
- English
- Secondary Mathematics
- Secondary English
- Secondary General Science
- Secondary Physics
- Secondary Biology
- Secondary Chemistry
- Secondary World Languages
Special Education (Dual) Certification
Along with a general education certification, individuals working in special education classrooms may have the opportunity to earn either a Pre-K-8th or a 7th-12th grade special education certification through our dual certification program. A stand-alone special education certification is not an option in the State of Pennsylvania.
Dual certification requires completion of one of the General Education certification tracks above combined with either:
- Elementary Special Education (Pre-K-8th grade)
- Secondary Special Education (7th-12th grade)
Teachers who have earned PA certification and wish to add the special education certification can enroll in the Special Education Certification only track, which is a 5-course, 1-year hybrid model.
For more information: https://utrp.gse.upenn.edu/program/certification
Required Courses:
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Summer | Course Units | |
| EDTF 7090 | TPP Fieldwork | Attempting 3 |
| EDTF 7020A | Special Education Law & Processes | .5 |
| Course Units | 0.50 | |
| Fall | ||
| EDTF 7090 | TPP Fieldwork | Attempting 3 |
| EDTF 7020B | Special Education Law & Processes | .5 |
| EDTF 7030A | Educating Students with Disabilities - Part I | .5 |
| Methods Course by Subject Area | 1 | |
| Course Units | 2.00 | |
| Spring | ||
| EDTF 7090 | TPP Fieldwork | 3 |
| EDTF 5270 | Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Interventions | 1 |
| EDTF 7030B | Educating Students with Disabilities - Part I | .5 |
| EDTF 7010 | Educating Students with Disabilities - Part II | 1 |
| Methods Course in Subject Area | 1 | |
| Course Units | 6.50 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| EDTF 6900 | Writing and Presenting Research Part 1 | 1 |
| EDTF 6190 | Research Seminar | 1 |
| EDTF 5150 | Child Development | 1 |
| EDTF 5240 | School & Society Seminar | 1 |
| Course Units | 4.00 | |
| Spring | ||
| EDTF 6910 | Writing and Presenting Research Part 2 | 1 |
| EDTF 7050 | Urban Education Capstone Writing Seminar | 1 |
| EDTF 5290 | Language and Literacy Acquisition | 1 |
| Elective | 1 | |
| Course Units | 4.00 | |
| Total Course Units | 17.00 | |
Required Milestone
Comprehensive Examination (or Portfolio or Thesis)
Master’s degree candidates must demonstrate thorough knowledge of the field of specialization by passing a comprehensive examination in their area of study. The examination/portfolio/thesis serves an educational and evaluative purpose through which students are expected to review and integrate what they have learned in their coursework and fieldwork. Comprehensive formats vary.
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2026 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.
Special Education Only Certification
For educators already holding a general education certification that would like to obtain a Special Education certification. Students may choose to earn either a Pre-K-8th or a 7th-12th grade special education certification. A stand-alone special education certification is not an option in the State of Pennsylvania. This is a one-year, online hybrid program.
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| Core Requirements | ||
| EDTF 7020A & EDTF 7020B | Special Education Law & Processes and Special Education Law & Processes | 1 |
| or EDTF 7020 | Special Education Law & Processes | |
| EDTF 7030A & EDTF 7030B | Educating Students with Disabilities - Part I and Educating Students with Disabilities - Part I | 1 |
| or EDTF 7030 | Educating Students with Disabilities - Part I | |
| EDTF 7010 | Educating Students with Disabilities - Part II | 1 |
| EDTF 5270 | Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Interventions | 1 |
| EDTF 5290 | Language and Literacy Acquisition | 1 |
| EDTF 5240 | School & Society Seminar | 1 |
| EDTF 5150 | Child Development | 1 |
| EDTF 6900 | Writing and Presenting Research Part 1 1 | 1 |
| EDTF 6910 | Writing and Presenting Research Part 2 1 | 1 |
| EDTF 7040 | Special Education Capstone - Part I | 1 |
| or EDTF 6190 | Research Seminar | |
| EDTF 7060 | Special Education Capstone - Part II | 1 |
| or EDTF 7050 | Urban Education Capstone Writing Seminar | |
| EDTF 7090 | TPP Fieldwork 2 | 3 |
| Methods Course in Desired Subject Area 3 | 1 | |
| Total Course Units | 15 | |
Required Milestone
Comprehensive Examination (or Portfolio or Thesis)
Master’s degree candidates must demonstrate thorough knowledge of the field of specialization by passing a comprehensive examination in their area of study. The examination/portfolio/thesis serves an educational and evaluative purpose through which students are expected to review and integrate what they have learned in their coursework and fieldwork. Comprehensive formats vary.
- 1
Course is taken Pass/Fail.
- 2
Students attempt EDTF 7090 for the first three terms (summer, fall, and spring) and earn 3 total CU's upon completion of the fieldwork, mentorship, and coaching requirements of the degree. This course is graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory.
- 3
Students will take an EDTF methods course, methods A course depends on specific grade and subject.
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2026 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.
Sample Plan of Study for Masters with Licensure/Certification:
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Summer | Course Units | |
| EDTF 7090 | TPP Fieldwork | Attempting 3 |
| EDTF 5300A | Contemp Issues Urban Ed | .5 |
| Course Units | 0.50 | |
| Fall | ||
| EDTF 7090 | TPP Fieldwork | Attempting 3 |
| EDTF 5300B | Contemp Issues Urban Ed | .5 |
| EDTF 5150 | Child Development | 1 |
| Methods Course by Subject Area | 1 | |
| Course Units | 2.50 | |
| Spring | ||
| EDTF 7090 | TPP Fieldwork | 3 |
| Methods Course by Subject Area | 1 | |
| EDTF 5240 | School & Society Seminar | 1 |
| Advanced Methods Course by Subject Area | 1 | |
| Course Units | 6.00 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Summer | ||
| EDTF 5210 | Foundations Special Educ | 1 |
| Course Units | 1.00 | |
| Fall | ||
| EDTF 6900 | Writing and Presenting Research Part 1 | 1 |
| EDTF 6190 | Research Seminar | 1 |
| Elective | 1 | |
| Course Units | 3.00 | |
| Spring | ||
| EDTF 6910 | Writing and Presenting Research Part 2 | 1 |
| EDTF 7050 | Urban Education Capstone Writing Seminar | 1 |
| Elective | 1 | |
| Course Units | 3.00 | |
| Total Course Units | 16.00 | |