Overview

The Early Childhood Education and Teaching Students with Disabilities and Bilingual Extension at Columbia University is designed to prepare dedicated educators for the complexities of modern urban classrooms. This programme focuses on the intersection of multilingualism, multiculturalism, and disability studies to support young children from birth to Grade 2. Students gain the pedagogical tools necessary to foster inclusive environments that honour diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

Why Early Childhood Education and Teaching Students with Disabilities and Bilingual Extension at Columbia University?

This programme stands out for its deep commitment to social justice and equity within the field of early childhood intervention. Located in a vibrant urban setting, it provides students with unique opportunities to engage with multilingual communities and address real-world educational challenges. The curriculum is grounded in critical perspectives, ensuring that graduates are not only skilled practitioners but also advocates for systemic change in education. Access to world-class faculty and a network of dedicated professionals at a leading global institution further enhances the learning experience.

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

Modules may include:

Educational assessment for young children with disabilities
Diverse early childhood classrooms
Infant and toddler development and practice
Differentiation and inclusion in early childhood classrooms
Child development and intersectional identities
Home/school/community partnerships
Integrated curriculum in early childhood education
Play, language, and early childhood curriculum
Foundations of Bilingual/Bicultural Education

Careers with Early Childhood Education and Teaching Students with Disabilities and Bilingual Extension

Graduates are prepared for a variety of impactful roles within the education sector, specifically tailored to multilingual and inclusive settings. The programme leads to New York State Initial Certification in both Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2) and Teaching Students with Disabilities, alongside a Bilingual Extension. Common career paths include roles as early childhood teachers, early interventionists, and special education professionals. Graduates often find employment in urban public schools, private inclusive centres, and community-based organisations, serving as leaders and decision-makers in the field of bilingual special education.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Supervised practicum in the educational assessment of young children with disabilities
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/community partnerships

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

45 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manhattan, United States

Disciplines

Language Studies Teaching Early Childhood Education View 846 other Masters in Language Studies 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

TOEFL^® IBT

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, Preference that one (1) be academic

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

38358 USD / year

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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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