Contact Information

School of Graduate and Extended Studies
Utica, NY 13502
Utica College
1600 Burrstone Road

(315) 792-3001

Master of Science in Education


"Winner of the Award for Excellence from the University Continuing Education Association"

The Graduate Education Program is approved by the New York State Education Department, Office of Higher Education, Room 979EBA, 89 Washington Avenue, Albany, New York, 12234, (518) 474-5851.

Utica College offers seven graduate programs of study, that are available for students interested in pursuing master's degrees in education.

Programs



  • The Master of Science degree program in Childhood Education is designed for students who seek certification to teach children in grades 1-6.
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  • The Master of Science degree program in Adolescence Education is designed for candidates seeking certification to teach biology, chemistry, English, math, physics, or social studies to students in grades 7-12.
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  • The Adolescence Education -- Apprenticeship Teacher Certification Program. "Winner of the Award for Excellence from the University Continuing Education Association". This program is a specialized option "fast-track" for students in the high-need teaching areas of foreign language, math, science, and technology education. The program leads to the Master of Science degree. Students in this program must complete an intensive 200-hour course of study during the summer. They then finish their education course sequence while engaged in mentored teaching as full-time employees of a local school district.
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  • The Master of Science in Education degree program in Leadership and Instruction for Inclusive Classrooms provides certified teachers and related professionals the values, knowledge, and practices needed to work in inclusive elementary and secondary school classrooms. The Master of Science in Education degree program provides courses of study appropriate for students seeking permanent or professional teacher certification at any grade level. 
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  • The Master of Science in Education degree program in Special Education is designed for candidates who have initial New York State teacher certification, who wish to add certification in Special Education, and who are seeking to meet the New York State requirements for permanent or professional certification.
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  • The Master of Science in Education degree program in Adolescence and Special Education (Grades 7-12).
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  • The Master of Science in Education degree program in Childhood and Special Education (Grades 1-6).
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  • The Master of Science in Educational Leadership and Administration
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    Certificates of Advanced Study (CAS) in:

    > School Building Leader
    > District Leader

Tuition and Fees



For current information, go to our tuition and costs section. There may also be some expendable materials fees associated with specific courses.


Non-Matriculated Students


Students who hold baccalaureate degrees from accredited institutions may take graduate education courses without enrolling in the degree program. However, students wishing to change their status from non-matriculated to matriculated must enroll in the degree program before talking their third graduate level education course at Utica College.