Program Overview
The Inclusive Elementary Special Education (Grades 1-6) at Hofstra University 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 Inclusive Elementary Special Education (Grades 1-6) 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 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Hempstead, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Inclusive Elementary Special Education (Grades 1-6) 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
- The Exceptional Child
- Technology and Assistive Technology in Special Education
- Education of Students With Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Knowledge and Strategies for Teaching Students With Cognitive Disabilities
- Understanding Physical, Sensory and Health Disabilities
- Identification and Interventions for Children and Adolescents With Emotional/Behavioral Disorders
- Education of Students With Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Psychoeducational Assessment in Special Education
- The Education of Students With Learning Disabilities and Other Associated Conditions
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Admission Requirements
Students may apply through the Office of Graduate Admission. Admission to the MSEd program in Inclusive Elementary Special Education program in the Department of Specialized Programs in Education is based on a comprehensive review of multiple criteria, including the following:
- Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from an accredited college or university with a liberal arts and sciences concentration.
- A completed application form to the master\xc2\x92s program
- A minimum grade point average of 3.0.
- Completion of General Education Core prerequisites for teacher education programs (see below).
- Three letters of recommendation addressing the applicant\xc2\x92s potential to succeed in the teaching of students with disabilities.
- A written personal statement of professional intent.
- Interview with a faculty member in Special Education.
The department understands that any single criterion may not reliably predict a candidate\xc2\x92s potential for success in a graduate program. Consequently, candidates are welcome to apply if they do not meet one of the criteria but feel that other aspects of their experience may compensate.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Hofstra 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 Hofstra University
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Hempstead, United States
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