Overview

The Early Childhood Education M.A. at Columbia University provides a comprehensive foundation for students aiming to master the complexities of teaching young children through diverse lens. This programme integrates psychological, sociological, and political perspectives to prepare educators for modern classroom challenges. Students benefit from a cohort-based model that fosters collaboration and professional growth.

Why Early Childhood Education at Columbia University?

This programme stands out for its commitment to theory in practice, requiring multiple field experiences that serve as a basis for curricular inquiry. The curriculum is uniquely integrated, combining early childhood education with bilingual and special education content. Students work within a prestigious graduate school environment that emphasises partnerships with families and the study of policies affecting children with diverse needs.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 19179 per semester
National fee: USD 19179 per semester
Local fee: USD 19179 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum blends core foundational knowledge with practical classroom application. Modules may include:

Diverse Early Childhood Classrooms
Student Teaching in Early Childhood Setting
Infant and Toddler Development and Practice
Differentiation and Inclusion in Early Childhood Classrooms
Child Development and Intersectional Identities
Home, School, and Community Partnerships
Integrated Curriculum in Early Childhood Education
Play, Language, and Early Childhood Curriculum
Artistic Lives of Young Children

Careers with Early Childhood Education

Graduates are equipped to take on various influential roles within the education sector. Many alumni pursue successful careers as early childhood practitioners, school administrators, or community organisers. The programme also provides a strong foundation for those interested in becoming school founders, researchers, authors, or university professors, focusing on early intervention and educational leadership.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Differentiation and inclusion in early childhood classrooms
Child development and intersectional identities
Home/school/community partnerships
Integrated curriculum in early childhood education: curricular inquiry and design
Integrated curriculum in early childhood education: diversity, equity, and technologies
Play, language, and early childhood curriculum
Language and teaching in the primary reading/writing classroom
The artistic Lives of young children

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manhattan, United States

Disciplines

Early Childhood Education View 382 other Masters in Early Childhood Education in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
$75 Application Fee
Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
Supplemental Application Required (included in online application)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

38358 USD / year

≈ 38358 USD / year
Out-of-State

38358 USD / year

≈ 38358 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

38358 USD / year

≈ 38358 USD / year

Living costs

Manhattan

United States

2638 - 5751 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

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