Program Overview
The Early Childhood Education at Northern Illinois University is a MSc programme in Education over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Early Childhood Education programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 350 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: DeKalb, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Early Childhood Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Theories and Research in Child Behavior and Development
- Theories of Child Development
- Analysis of Instruction in Early Childhood Education
- Developmentally Appropriate Practice in the Primary Classroom
- Preschool Movement in the United States
- Comparative/International Early Childhood Education
- Educational Diagnosis and Assessment of Young Children with Special Needs
- Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood Special Education
- Family and School Partnerships for Academic Success
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- An application with the required application fee
- A statement of purpose
- Letters of recommendation
- Official GRE or GMAT test scores received directly from the testing agency
- Official attested academic records from each college attended in English and the native language
- Program Requires GRE or MAT: No
- Letters of Recommendation: 2
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 350 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 350 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Northern Illinois University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, United States
public university in DeKalb, Illinois, United States
University Profile- Application Deadline Oct, 2026
- Start Date Jan, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
