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ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø’s Teacher Tuition Relief Program offers a significant tuition decrease for students in the College’s Master of Science in Education (MS.Ed.), Master of Science in Teaching (M.S.T.) and Educational Leadership (CAS) programs. The new tuition rate is competitive with that at state institutions. In addition: The NYS Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program includes up to $5,000/year for up to four years. NYSUT teachers can often qualify for loan forgiveness programs, like the Perkins Loan Teacher Cancellation Program, by working in low-income schools or in high-need educational areas.

If you want to teach but have only a completed baccalaureate degree and don’t have teacher certification, this program is for you. Applicants can select from an inclusive childhood, inclusive adolescent, or TESOL program.

If you hold a current NYSED initial certification and are seeking professional certification in the same field, these certifications might be the path for you. Options include Childhood (Grades 1-6); Adolescent (Grades 7-12); Dual Childhood/Special Education (Grades 1-6); and Dual Adolescent/Special Education (Grades 7-12). Please note this program is fully online.

If you’re already certified to teach and are seeking an additional certification, an MSED II is for you. Options include Childhood Education (Grades 1-6); Dual Childhood/Special Education (Grades 1-6); Adolescent Education (Grades 7-12); Dual Adolescent/Special Education (Grades 7-12); Literacy Education (Birth – grade 6); and Literacy Education (Grades 5-12).
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (Grades Pre K-12). Please note this program is fully online.

ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø offers several educational leadership pathways – School Building Leadership (SBL), School District Leadership (SDL), and School District Business Leadership (SDBL). If you are already a certified teacher looking for something new, educational leadership could be for you. Please note that the School District Business Leader Certificate is fully online, while the other programs are hybrid

Completing your graduate studies in education can be a life-changing experience. Our faculty, students and programs are deeply rooted in the Jesuit ideal of being people for others. We are seeking students who want to use their skills to better the communities and schools they serve. Educators and administrators who study at ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø put tremendous thought and care not just into what they are doing, but why – a distinction that makes them some of the most sought-after educators locally and nationally.

Choosing your graduate program is one of the most important decisions you’ll make on your professional journey. The Office of Graduate Admission has a full suite of events on campus, virtually and in the community to help you determine the best path for you.