Overview

Early Childhood Education at Northeastern University Graduates of the program will support young children (ages birth through 5) with disabilities to live up to their potential.

This 42-credit, two-year program’s equity-centered approach to praxis advances social justice, increases access and opportunity for all children, and prepares practitioners to lead in their professions as early childhood educators and leaders in California public schools. Experiential learning through the program totals more than 900 hours, far exceeding the 600 hours of fieldwork required by the CCTC.

Key facts

Most courses in the MA in Early Childhood Education program meet CCTC standards, utilizing a strengths-based approach, which teaches students to approach early childhood with an appreciation of the diverse capabilities and resources children and families offer. The MA in Early Childhood Education program focuses on social justice and equity, centering on a disability studies approach. Students examine how societal systems set limitations based on “othered” identities, and how their instruction, interaction, and advocacy can create equitable and accessible learning opportunities. The degree is conferred by Mills College at Northeastern University, and the teaching credentials are presented by CCTC.

The Early Child Education (ECE) department maintains the belief that coursework and fieldwork must be integrated. Therefore, courses have assignments requiring engagement in educational settings, and students will be placed in experiential learning/educational fieldwork every semester of the two-year program. During a student’s first year, they will be placed at the Mills College Children’s School, where they are closely mentored by experienced and knowledgeable early childhood professionals. Students participate in weekly reflective circles with team members, where they discuss instructional decisions and interventions, receive feedback, and identify the next steps for supporting children and families. During the second year, student teaching will take place in an early intervention setting and a preschool-kindergarten setting.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The MA in Early Childhood Education program focuses on social justice and equity, centering on a disability studies approach. Students examine how societal systems set limitations based on “othered” identities, and how their instruction, interaction, and advocacy can create equitable and accessible learning opportunities.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

42 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boston, United States

Disciplines

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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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Application
Application fee
Letters of recommendation (2-3)
Transcripts from all institutions attended
- The Foreign Credential Evaluation (FCE) is a required assessment of all transcripts and documents from non-U.S. accredited post-secondary education institutions. (Review the
  FCE requirements
  by country.)
Personal statement
Resumé
TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, or Duolingo exam scores for applicants whose native language is not English

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

33348 USD / year

≈ 33348 USD / year
Out-of-State

33348 USD / year

≈ 33348 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

33348 USD / year

≈ 33348 USD / year

Living costs

Boston

United States

1560 - 3239 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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