Overview
The program from California State University, Fresno is designed to meet the needs of candidates with different professional and educational backgrounds and varied career objectives.
The Early Childhood Education MA program offered at California State University, Fresno is a 30-unit program with two specialized pathway options: Teacher Leader or Program Leader. The Teacher Leader specialization is primarily for those in TK-3 settings. The Program Leader specialization is for professionals in various settings.
Career Opportunities
Our graduates work in a variety of settings; from being a professor here at Fresno State to working as an ECE coach for Fresno Unified to working at a non-profit organization. Earning your Master's degree in Early Childhood Education opens many doors to your future.
- Public School System
- Fresno County
- Non-Profit
- For-Profit
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Curriculum and Assessment in ECE
- Trends and Issues in ECE
- Leadership in ECE
- Literacy in ECE
- Diversity and Inclusion in ECE
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Education Pedagogy Early Childhood Education View 3578 other Masters in Education in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Submit a Cal State Apply online and pay $70 USD (non-refundable) by credit card.
- English language proficiency
Original or certified copies of in-progress or final transcripts:
- All university marksheets, transcripts and degree certificate with literal English translation. Secondary school (high school) documentations are not required.
- Passport: Submit a copy of the information/photo passport page.
- Statement of Purpose, resume or Letters of Recommendation (see next step, #6).
- Additional Documents
Tuition Fee
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International
15147 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15147 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
15147 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15147 USD per year during 12 months. -
In-State
5075 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5075 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for California
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.