Master of Science  in
Special Education

Fall: April 15
Spring: Not Available
Summer: April 15

There is no departmental assistantship consideration for this program.

• Transcripts from all schools attended
• Three letters of recommendation (one must be from a faculty member attesting to academic ability)

Supplemental Documents

• Valid New York Initial or Professional Classroom Teacher Certificate

Available information for applicants.

This program is not available to international applicants. 

Applicants are required to have successfully completed 6 credits in each of the following areas: ELA, Math, Social Studies and Sciences. Those lacking one or more course may still be considered for admission with the requirement that the missing courses are completed during the program. Applicants to this program should include copies of teaching certifications held. Admission is contingent on proof of valid New York State Teaching Certification. 

Please note: This program requires an internship, field experience, study abroad component, or clinical experience requirement. Students who have previously been convicted of a felony are advised that their prior criminal history may impede their ability to complete the requirements of certain academic programs and/or to meet licensure requirements for certain professions. If applicants have concerns about this matter please contact the Dean’s Office of the intended academic program.

• Students will demonstrate a broad knowledge of the theoretical basis of educational psychology.
• Students will demonstrate knowledge of the research basis of educational psychology and will have methodological competence to carry out primary statistical analyses and to evaluate the credibility of research findings.
• Students will be able to design and carry out a small-scale research study that addresses a relevant issue in the field of educational psychology.