Hempstead,
NY,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in English Education in Hempstead United States | Hofstra University
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Hempstead United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,968
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
This program offers professional certification for educators already certified in English 7-12 or holding initial certification in English language arts. It delivers in-depth exploration of English language arts curriculum, teaching methods, and subject content. Participants can choose specialized tracks focusing on middle level 5-6 education, gifted education, or bilingual certification extensions. The curriculum aligns with both New York State's English Language Arts Learning Standards and the National Council of Teachers of English's guidelines for teacher preparation.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applications for admission to a Master of Arts (MA) program in the Department of Teaching, Learning and Technology are made to the Graduate Admission Office. Admission is based on a comprehensive review of multiple criteria, including the following:
A completed application form to the MA program.
New York State initial certification in English language arts in grades 7-12. (Applicants who have provisional certification rather than initial certification should see the appropriate graduate director for program alternatives.)
A minimum overall GPA of 3.0 on all undergraduate course work, or it's equivalent (e.g., a 3.0 in a completed graduate program). We encourage you to submit all transcripts from your undergraduate work and any graduate work for consideration.
A minimum GPA of 2.75 on course work in the content area in which certification is being sought.
A written personal statement of professional intent and rationale.
Two letters of reference that address the applicant's potential to succeed in the teaching profession and in graduate course work.
An interview with the program director.
TOEFL - 80
IELTS - 6.5
A completed application form to the MA program.
New York State initial certification in English language arts in grades 7-12. (Applicants who have provisional certification rather than initial certification should see the appropriate graduate director for program alternatives.)
A minimum overall GPA of 3.0 on all undergraduate course work, or it's equivalent (e.g., a 3.0 in a completed graduate program). We encourage you to submit all transcripts from your undergraduate work and any graduate work for consideration.
A minimum GPA of 2.75 on course work in the content area in which certification is being sought.
A written personal statement of professional intent and rationale.
Two letters of reference that address the applicant's potential to succeed in the teaching profession and in graduate course work.
An interview with the program director.
TOEFL - 80
IELTS - 6.5
Tuition
USD
27,968