Program Overview
The Master of Science in Childhood Education at Ithaca College is a MSc programme in Education over 13 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 Master of Science in 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: 13 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 738 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 738 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Ithaca, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Master of Science in 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
- Foundations of Language, Literacy, and Culture
- Teaching and Learning in Diverse Elementary Schools
- Language Development and Second Language Acquisition
- Curriculum and Instruction in Elementary School Science
- Curriculum and Instruction in Elementary School Language Arts and Literacy
- Curriculum and Instruction in Elementary School Mathematics
- Curriculum and Instruction in Elementary School Social Studies
- Exceptional Child in the Classroom (3 credits)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s 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 to the childhood education programs is selective. Applicants must have earned a cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 3.00 (on a 4.00 scale) from an accredited college or university. Applicants are also expected to submit GRE scores and to provide evidence of a
- strong background in the liberal arts and sciences, and
- demonstrated commitment to working with diverse students in educational settings.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 738 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 738 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 738 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 738 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Ithaca College 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 Ithaca College
Ithaca College
New York, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline Feb, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 13 months
