Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL)

The MTEL assesses subject matter knowledge and pedagogical skills required for educator licensure in Massachusetts, covering content areas aligned with state curriculum frameworks and professional standards. Most subject matter tests consist of 100 multiple-choice questions and 2 open-response items within a 4-hour time limit.

30
Questions
40 min
Time Limit
70%
To Pass
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Exam Rules

  • You can skip questions and return to them later
  • Flag questions for review before submitting
  • No feedback shown until you submit the entire exam
  • Unanswered questions count as wrong — answer everything
  • 10 pretest questions are mixed in and don't affect your score
  • Timer auto-submits when time runs out
  • Your progress is auto-saved every 30 seconds