New York University Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development

For nearly 120 years, NYU Steinhardt has prepared the next generation of leaders, practitioners, and researchers in applied psychology, education, health, communications, and the arts professions. Today, Steinhardt offers over 60 graduate and 20 undergraduate programs of study, including teacher education and certification; educational policy, leadership, and technology; international education; school counseling; and arts education.

Teacher Education

Steinhardt's teacher education programs are committed to educating teachers, counselors, staff developers, and administrators whose practice is informed by deep understanding of their disciplines and specializations and by a commitment to equity and social justice.

NYU Steinhardt provides an exciting and supportive environment for aspiring teachers in our BS and MA programs to immerse themselves in our network of great New York City partner and host schools. Special scholarship and mentoring programs support those interested in teaching in shortage areas, including math, science, TESOL, and Spanish education. Through our in-service programs, practicing teachers work closely with faculty and colleagues to enhance their skills and knowledge for superior classroom teaching and school reform. Be the change. Be NYU Steinhardt.

Steinhardt's teacher education programs are accredited by The Teacher Education Accreditation Council (TEAC).

Bachelor's Programs

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• Childhood Education and Childhood Special Education
• Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Special Education
• English Education
• Foreign Language Education
• Mathematics Education
• Science Education
• Social Studies Education

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Program

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• TESOL

Master's Teacher Certification Programs

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• Bilingual Education
• Early Childhood and Childhood Education
• English Education
• Foreign Language Education
• Literacy Education
• Mathematics Education
• Science Education
• Social Studies Education
• Special Education (Early Childhood and Childhood)
• TESOL

Dual Master's Teacher Certification Programs

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• English Education and Educational Theater
• Foreign Language Education and TESOL
• Social Studies Education and Educational Theater

Doctoral Programs

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• Early Childhood and Elementary Education
• English Education
• Mathematics Education
• Multicultural/Multilingual Studies (Bilingual and TESOL)
• Teaching and Learning (PhD, EdD)

Fast-Track 12-Month Teacher Certification Master's Programs

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Fast-track programs are specially designed for recent college graduates and career changers. The Department of Teaching and Learning offers 11 top-ranked master's degree programs leading to initial teacher certification in an accelerated format that allows you to complete your degree in 12 months of full-time study. Special scholarship and mentoring opportunities are available in teaching shortage areas.

Areas of study:

• Childhood Education
• Early Childhood Education
• English Education
• Foreign Language Education
• Foreign Language Education and TESOL (14 months)
• Mathematics Education
• Science Education
• Social Studies Education
• Early Childhood and Special Education (14 months)
• Childhood and Special Education (14 months)
• TESOL

Arts in Education Programs

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NYU Steinhardt is the only university in the nation that offers four arts in education programs in one location.

• Art Education (MA, PhD)
• Dance Education (MA, EdD, PhD)
• Educational Theater (BS, MA, EdD, PhD)
• Educational Theater/English Education (MA) - grades 7-12 (Dual MA)
• Educational Theater/Social Studies Education, Grades 7-12 (Dual MA)
• Music Education (BMus, MA, PhD, Adv Cert)

Humanities and Social Sciences in Education Programs

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• Environmental Conservation Education (MA) - an interdisciplinary program that prepares graduates for careers in environmental protection, parks, education centers, zoos, gardens, and schools.
• History of Education (MA, PhD) - prepares students for careers in teaching, administration, policy analysis, or in the management of nonprofit organizations.
• International Education (MA, PhD) - prepares educators who can design, implement, manage, and evaluate international education programs in schools, colleges, foundations, multinational corporations, and cultural agencies.
• Philosophy of Education (MA, PhD) - prepares teachers and professors of philosophy of education for secondary, college, and university positions.
• Sociology of Education (MA, PhD) - provides students with research skills and analytical abilities applicable to careers in educational research, evaluation, and policy in public and private educational agencies and college- and university-level positions.

Educational Leadership and Technology Programs

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Our Department of Administration, Leadership, and Technology prepares graduates to become administrators in schools, colleges, and other educational settings; professors; trainers; or multimedia specialists with the competence and commitment to be leaders in their chosen fields.

• Business Education in Higher Education (MA)
• Educational Communication and Technology (MA, PhD)
• Educational Leadership (MA, EdD, PhD)
• Higher Education Administration (PhD)
• Student Personnel Administration (MA)

Applied Psychology Programs

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NYU Steinhardt's Department of Applied Psychology is actively involved in applied research in urban communities, with particular emphasis on improving the educational and psychological functioning of individuals and families throughout the life span. Each program includes a strong foundation in psychological science and extensive fieldwork experience.

• Applied Psychological Studies (BS)
• Counseling and Guidance (MA) with concentrations in:
  • School Counseling
  • Bilingual School Counseling
• Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness (MA)
• Counseling Psychology (PhD)
• Educational Psychology (MA) with concentrations in:
  • General Educational Psychology
  • Psychological Measurement and Evaluation
• Psychological Development (PhD)
• Psychology and Social Intervention (PhD)

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