Seton Montessori Institute
Clarendon Hills, IL
Free Standing
Blended
About
- www.setonmontessori.org
- 5728 Virginia Ave, Clarendon Hills, IL 60514-1607
- (630) 654-0151
Course Info
Course Levels Offered
- Administrator
- Early Childhood (2.5-6)
- Infant & Toddler (0-3)
Type: Free-Standing
Credits Offered
- 15 Undergraduate
Start Date
- Spring and Summer
Instruction Language:
- English
Accepts Inernational Students?
- Yes
Admissions
- Step One: Submit application
- Step Two: Pay non-refundable application fee
- Step Three: Official transcript (or evaluation report for foreign educational credential) in the sealed issuing envelope
- Step Four: Three reference forms or letters of recommendation
Application Fee: $100
Application Deadlines:
Spring Option: March 1
Summer Option: May 1
Fall Option: September 1
Enrollment Period
Fall 2025 Start Application Deadline
- Infant and Toddler Teacher Preparation Course September 1, 2025
- Early Childhood Teacher Preparation Course September 1, 2025
- Credential Course for Montessori Leadership and Administration – Model I & III September 1, 2025
Spring 2026 Start Application Deadline
- Infant and Toddler Teacher Preparation Course March 1, 2026
- Early Childhood Teacher Preparation Course March 1, 2026
- Credential Course for Montessori Leadership and Administration – Model I & III March 1, 2026
Summer 2026 Start Application Deadline
- Infant and Toddler Teacher Preparation Course May 1, 2026
- Early Childhood Teacher Preparation Course May 1, 2026
- Credential Course for Montessori Leadership and Administration – Model I & III May 1, 2026
- Credential Course for Montessori Leadership and Administration – Model II May 1, 2026
From the Organization
Founded in 1970, Seton Montessori Institute (formerly MECA-Seton) has prepared thousands of Montessori educators and school leaders across the United States and around the world. Rooted in the Montessori philosophy, Seton’s mission is to empower children and adults to become thoughtful, effective agents of peace and progress within themselves, their communities, and the world.
Seton Montessori Institute is affiliated with the American Montessori Society (AMS), accredited by the Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education (MACTE), and approved to operate by the Private Business and Vocational Schools Division of the Illinois Board of Higher Education.
Dedicated to serving the children of the world by preparing highly skilled Montessori teachers and administrators, Seton offers comprehensive preparation programs specializing in Infant & Toddler (birth to age three), Early Childhood (ages three to six), and Montessori School Leadership and Administration. Seton offers blended programs with flexible start dates to meet the needs of today’s Montessori educator. Additionally, Seton provides a range of professional development opportunities, including seminars, paraprofessional courses, post-certification programs, and consultation and coaching services for Montessori schools and teacher education programs worldwide.
As a trusted and enduring resource for the global Montessori community, Seton Montessori Institute remains committed to excellence in Montessori education and the lifelong development of educators and leaders. Come start…or continue your Montessori journey with us!