Early Childhood Masters Programs

Teachers College, Columbia University

• Teachers College is home to Columbia's education programs, including master's programs in early childhood education. Students can choose from several tracks, including initial certification, certification to teach young students with disabilities and dual certification in early childhood and special education. Admission is based on undergraduate grades, standardized test scores, recommendation letters and a personal statement. While specific course requirements vary depending on the track chosen, core courses in early childhood education include infant and toddler development and the history of education in the U.S. Supervised student teaching also is required, and master's degree candidates present a portfolio at the end of the program that demonstrates their growth as teachers.

  Teachers College, Columbia University
  Early Childhood Education
  525 West 120th Street
  New York, NY 10027
  212-678-3860
  tc.edu

The Ohio State University

• The M.Ed. (master of education) program in early childhood education at The Ohio State University is a teacher preparation program. Graduates are eligible to teach kindergarten through third grade in the state of Ohio. Applicants need at least a 3.0 GPA and prior experience working with children. Students complete core courses and seminars; they also gain field experience as student teachers in local school districts. The master's program is a full-time program that can be completed in four quarters, according to the university's website.

  The Ohio State University
  333 Arps Hall
  1945 North High Street
  Columbus, OH 43210-1172
  614-292-2332
  ehe.osu.edu

New Jersey City University

• Master's degree candidates in early childhood education at New Jersey City University can select from initial certification or special education programs. Students take courses in early childhood development, child advocacy and the social world of children, and graduates are eligible for K-3 certification in the state of New Jersey. Applicants need a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75; admitted students must earn grades of B- or better in all required courses. The master's program culminates in an internship that gives students the opportunity to develop classroom management skills.

  New Jersey City University
  2039 Kennedy Boulevard
  Jersey City, NJ 07305-1597
  877-652-8472
  njcu.edu