What are the additional costs, beyond HGSE Licensure Program tuition, associated with obtaining my Massachusetts licensure?

In addition to tuition, students should plan for the following state-mandated fees related to licensure in Massachusetts: 

• First License: $100
• Additional License(s): $25
• MTEL Exam Fees:
  • Subject Test: $139 per test
  • Communication & Literacy Skills: $112
• Massachusetts Performance Assessment for Leaders (PAL): $159 per task (Applicable to Principal/Assistant Principal Licensure) 

Several HGSE licensure programs offer coverage for certain licensure-related fees. To understand which costs are covered by your program, we encourage you to connect with your program administrators.