Overview

The program combines in-depth study of primary theoretical perspectives with practical fieldwork, preparing you to support the complex needs of children and their families.

Why pursue a Master of Arts degree in Child Development from Sarah Lawrence College?

In close consultation with faculty mentors, you will develop your own plan of study individualized to your academic interests and long-term career goals
You’ll have access to on-campus resources including the Early Childhood Center, one of the country’s first laboratory schools, and the Child Development Institute
We have been pioneers in the field of Child Development for almost 50 years and are one of the few institutions in the country to focus on play therapy
You will be immersed in child development theory through small seminar classes
This degree prepares you to work directly with infants, children and their families in various settings, such as in early intervention or play therapy contexts, for teaching child development at an intermediate level, or for pursuing doctoral study in clinical psychology
Our dual degree MA/MSW option with NYU Silver School for Social Work provides you with the unique opportunity to earn two complimentary degrees, preparing you to meet the unique needs of children and their families as a social worker

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theories of Development
Moral Development
The Power and Meanings of Play in Children’s Lives
Speaking the Unspeakable: Trauma, Emotion, Cognition, and Language
Neurodiversity and Clinical Psychology
Clinical Perspectives: Challenges to Child and Adolescent Development
Puzzling Over People: Social Reasoning in Childhood and Adolescence

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

More details

Rolling admission after priority deadline.

Language

English

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Credits

48 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bronxville, United States

Disciplines

Childhood Studies View 74 other Masters in Childhood Studies in United States

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General requirements

Applicants must have received a Bachelor of Arts or equivalent degree from an accredited college or university. Previous college work is expected to be at 3.0 or higher and should reflect advanced course study.
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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

36004 USD / year

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36004 USD / year

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36004 USD / year

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Funding

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Overview

Why pursue a Master of Arts degree in Child Development from Sarah Lawrence College?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Scholarships Information

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