Hempstead,
NY,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Education - Fine Arts 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
32,205
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
This program prepares candidates for their first teaching certification in visual arts across all grade levels. Tailored for individuals with undergraduate degrees in fine arts and art history, it combines academic coursework with hands-on classroom training to develop skilled public school educators. The curriculum integrates campus-based instruction with practical teaching experiences in diverse school environments, concluding with an intensive student teaching placement. Aligned with New York State's Arts Learning Standards, the program also follows the National Art Education Association's guidelines for teacher education.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applications for admission to this Master of Science in Education program in the Department of Teaching, Learning and Technology are made to the Graduate Admission Office. Admissions decisions are based on a comprehensive review of multiple criteria. The department understands that any single criterion may not reliably predict a student's potential for success in the program. Students may consider applying even if they fail to meet one of the criteria listed below but feel that other aspects of their experience might compensate. All individual cases will be reviewed by an Admissions Counselor before being referred to the graduate program for further review.
A completed application form to the master's program.
Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended, at least one indicating conferral of a baccalaureate degree with a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 on all undergraduate course work.
A minimum GPA of 2.75 on course work in fine arts and art history or its 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 written personal statement describing the candidate's goals in the teaching profession and in graduate studies.
Completion of General Education Core prerequisites for teacher education programs (see below).
Two letters of reference that address the applicant's potential to succeed in the teaching profession and in graduate studies.
A portfolio of arts works (or photographs thereof).
Students who do not meet the admissions requirements may be advised to complete prerequisite courses under a planned program before becoming eligible for admission. A maximum of 12 s.h. of graduate course work leading toward the MSEd may be completed prior to matriculation in the program.
TOEFL - 80
IELTS - 6.5
A completed application form to the master's program.
Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended, at least one indicating conferral of a baccalaureate degree with a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 on all undergraduate course work.
A minimum GPA of 2.75 on course work in fine arts and art history or its 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 written personal statement describing the candidate's goals in the teaching profession and in graduate studies.
Completion of General Education Core prerequisites for teacher education programs (see below).
Two letters of reference that address the applicant's potential to succeed in the teaching profession and in graduate studies.
A portfolio of arts works (or photographs thereof).
Students who do not meet the admissions requirements may be advised to complete prerequisite courses under a planned program before becoming eligible for admission. A maximum of 12 s.h. of graduate course work leading toward the MSEd may be completed prior to matriculation in the program.
TOEFL - 80
IELTS - 6.5
Tuition
USD
32,205