Overview

To nurture middle school and high school students’ knowledge and appreciation of the life sciences, a teacher needs more than a foundation in biology.

This Adolescence Education - Biology program at Fordham University develops teacher candidates’ knowledge and understanding of adolescent learning and development, educational theory, and best practices in science education.

Key Facts

Teacher candidates who meet all program requirements, complete the course of study and meet established field experience competencies are eligible for Fordham University’s endorsement for New York state initial certification in their program area.

Pass rates for Fordham’s initial teacher education graduates on the NYSTCE Teacher exams have been over 95% each year.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Historical, Philosophical, and Multicultural American Education
Educating Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Learners: Pre K-12
Clinical Seminar in Adolescence Science Education
Literacy and Learning Across the Curriculum
Psychology of Adolescent Development and Learning
Teaching and Assessing Science in Adolescent Classrooms (7-12)
Consultation and Co-Teaching in Collaborative Classrooms
Special Education
Media Literacy Technology
Teaching and Learning with Diverse Adolescents: Assessment and Planning

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manhattan, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

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General requirements

All applicants must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and have obtained a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (B). If you have received a post bachelors degree from an accredited college or university, a minimum GPA of 3.5 is required.
Official transcripts of all coursework taken at the undergraduate and/or graduate level, including study abroad transcripts, must be submitted to the GSE Office of Admissions in official sealed envelopes.
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Applicants are required to submit a resume or curriculum Vitae (C.V.) with the online application.
Personal statement
Two letters of recommendation
GRE/MAT Exams

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

40512 USD / year

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Out-of-State

40512 USD / year

≈ 40512 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

40512 USD / year

≈ 40512 USD / year

Living costs

Manhattan

United States

2638 - 5751 USD / month

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