Early Childhood Education
Shippensburg University of PennsylvaniaProgram Overview
The Early Childhood Education at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania is a MEd 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
- Tuition: USD 7,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,620 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Shippensburg, 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
- Option A: MEd in Curriculum and Instruction: Early Childhood Education
- Option B: MEd and State Early Childhood Teaching Certification is for students who already hold certifications in elementary, special education, or middle school education.
- Option C: MEd and State Early Childhood Teaching Certification is for students without any existing certification.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Hold a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
- Have an undergraduate overall GPA of 2.75 or above on a 4.0 scale. A 3.0 GPA is required for certification. For those with a GPA below a 2.75, the academic department will determine what additional requirements may be required.
- Provide official transcripts of all undergraduate/graduate work.
- Complete a questionnaire [PDF] concerning teaching background and future goals. [ Word Doc]
- Submit three (3) Reference Forms [PDF]. [ Word Doc]
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 7,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,620 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 7,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,620 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania 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 Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Southampton Township, United States
public university in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, United States
University Profile- Application Deadline Mar, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
