Graduate Programs

Graduate Programs

​You’re here because you’re ready to go further

Explore our 100+ career-building master’s and certificate degree programs. Our graduate offerings allow students to choose from numerous areas of study and advanced training such as Arts, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Education, Library Science, Media, Psychology, Risk Management, and much more.

Master of Science in Accounting

The Master of Science program in Accounting is a 30–71-credit program that provides advanced education in accounting, and related areas for students to meet the fundamental requirements for taking the Uniform CPA Examination in New York State. Students having an undergraduate degree in accounting will require 30 credits to complete the Master of Science Program. Students who possess an undergraduate degree in a major or concentration other than accounting will require 71 credits or less, depending on previous undergraduate coursework completed.

Students successfully completing the program will be well prepared for careers in public, private, or governmental accounting, or for teaching of accountancy in secondary schools. The program builds upon successful completion of an undergraduate program in accounting, or for students not having an undergraduate degree in accounting, the completion of up to 41 graduate core credits. In addition to the technically oriented courses in accounting and economics, the program allows a set of elective courses outside the technical areas (in liberal arts disciplines) that provide a broader background for the professional accountant.

Requirements for Matriculation

These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

  1. An undergraduate Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university
  2. All students should have earned an overall GPA of at least 3.0 in their undergraduate program. Additionally, accounting majors must have a GPA of at least 3.0 in their undergraduate accounting courses. For those students with an undergraduate degree in other than accounting, a GPA of at least 3.0 in their major subject is required

Students who do not have an undergraduate degree in accounting are required to complete a number of required graduate core coursework at the discretion of the Graduate Program Director. The number of required graduate core courses may be reduced for previously completed equivalent undergraduate coursework.

Requirements for Non-Matriculation

Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

Admissions at a Glance

Fall Deadline July 31
Spring Deadline December 31
Extended Deadline None
Letters of Reference 3
Essay 500 Words
TOEFL (IBT) 100
IELTS 7
PTE 68
GRE No
GMAT Yes
Accepts Non-Matric Yes

Academic Advisor

Prof. Rosano

msacct@qc.cuny.edu

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Master of Science in Taxation

We would like to introduce you to our Master of Science in Taxation program. This degree leads to a number of possible career paths, regardless of whether you are starting your career or repositioning to new opportunities. Our program is designed to enhance your practical skills, research, and problem-solving abilities. It also focuses on teaching finely honed technical skills that allow students to stay on top of the ever-changing field. You will be provided with guidance, support, and lessons to capitalize on leadership opportunities in the world of taxation. It is a good fit for a wide range of students and is complementary to the needs of students with undergraduate degrees in Accounting, Finance, Management, and/or Economics.

Technical expertise is indispensable, but for students of the Master of Science in Taxation program at Queens College, this is only the beginning. Courses are led by qualified faculty members with practical experience in tax and academic credentials. You will interact with tax professionals within the classroom as well as during networking and guest-speaker events. In these sessions, you will learn about developments and trends in various areas of tax law and the tax profession. Classes emphasize up-to-the-minute tax law and trends, giving students experience solving real-world problems. Tax strategy will add value to your future endeavors, regardless of whether you work or intend to work in accounting, tax consulting, small, medium, and large corporations, not-for-profit organizations, government, or other organizations. Tax strategy is important and applicable in almost every arena.

The program highlights are as follows:

  • 30 Credits, ten core courses.
    • 747 – Tax and Accounting Communications
    • 757 – Federal Taxation of Business Entities
    • 758 – State and Local Taxation and Tax-Exempt Entity
    • 759 – Estate, Gift & Trust Taxation
    • 760 – IRS Ethical Tax Practice, Procedures and Research Methods
    • 761 – Taxation of Partnerships and S Corporations
    • 762 – Deferred Compensation and Employee Benefits
    • 763 – International Taxation
    • 764 – Reorganizations, Liquidations and Consolidated Returns
    • 765 – Capstone
  • Full-time program completion: 1 – 1.5 years (includes summer courses).
  • Part-time program completion: 2 years (includes summer courses)
  • Credit hours count toward New York State CPA licensure requirements.
  • Flexible scheduling allows you to switch between part-time and full-time course loads.

We accept students looking to enter the taxation field, as well as more experienced tax professionals seeking to advance their skills and move into leadership positions. Applicants are not required to have an accounting or business background. Applicants must have the equivalent of Queens College’s ACCT 101, ACCT 102, ACCT 201, ACCT 261, ACCT305, and ACCT367 to apply. 

Students may choose to pursue their degree on either a part-time or full-time basis. You may attend classes in-person during the day, evening, and weekend (some online courses are available). This scheduling makes the program a flexible one, ideal for working professionals. This program is eligible for contribution to the 150-credit CPA licensing requirement (check with New York State Education Department, nasba.org, for eligibility). Because of our intimate class environment, you will receive one-on-one guidance and mentorship that may lead to job placement after graduation as you expand your professional network. You will receive “the best bang for the buck,” and learn alongside bright, ambitious students who represent more than 170 countries at Queens College.

Requirements for Matriculation

These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

  1. An undergraduate Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
  2. All students should have earned an overall GPA of at least 3.0 in their undergraduate program. 

Requirements for Non-Matriculation

Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

 

Admissions at a Glance

Fall Deadline May 1
Spring Deadline December 1
Extended Deadline None
Letters of Reference 3
Essay 500 Words
TOEFL (IBT) 100
IELTS 7
PTE 68
GRE No
GMAT Yes
Accepts Non-Matric Yes

Academic Advisor

Prof. Terry Balkaran

Dianand.Balkaran@qc.cuny.edu

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Master of Arts in Art History

The Master of Arts program in Art History is designed to prepare students to meet the specialized requirements of work in museums, galleries, auction houses, publishing, and teaching. This program deepens students’ insights into the history of art as a whole and provides them with opportunities to develop research skills in specific areas under the direction of scholars in those fields. Students who complete the program are qualified to enter PhD programs.

Requirements for Matriculation

These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

  1. Applicants must have completed a minimum of four courses (normally 12 credits) in art history beyond the introductory level
  2. Applicants must have completed at least two documented semesters of college-level study of a foreign language or the equivalent. Equivalencies will be determined by the graduate committee
  3. Applicants must describe their proficiency in reading foreign languages within the 500-word essay. The GRE score is not required for admission, but if desired by the applicant, the score may be submitted and will be considered as part of the admissions credentials
  4. The applicant must be approved by the department’s Committee on Graduate Study in Art History, which has the authority to recommend acceptance or rejection to the Office of Graduate Admissions. In making its selection, the committee will consider such factors as breadth and depth of preparation, level of achievement, and the suitability of the applicant’s interests to the curriculum

Requirements for Non-Matriculation

Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

 

Admissions at a Glance

Fall Deadline April 1
Spring Deadline November 1
Extended Deadline December 1
Letters of Reference 3
Essay 500 Words
TOEFL (IBT) 90
IELTS 6.5
PTE 61
GRE No
GMAT No
Accepts Non-Matric Yes

Academic Advisor

Dr. Lawrence Waldron

lawrence.waldron@qc.cuny.edu

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Master of Fine Arts in Studio Art

MFA students concentrate in areas that include photography, installation, media, painting, drawing, sculpture, and ceramics. Or go beyond traditional studio arts with Social Practice Queens (SPQ), a concentration in social practice that is the only program of its kind on the East Coast.

  • Use the arts to creatively activate social change
  • Study in an MFA program that intersects with many other disciplines—environmental studies, social justice, public policy, urban studies, media studies, and more

Queens College has always offered an outstanding Studio Arts program. Now we’re pioneering new ways of creating and making an impact with SPQ, a field that combines artistic practice with social outcomes and community-based activities. We’re partnering with other CUNY departments and the Queens Museum (acclaimed by the New York Times for its “track record for making history as well as showing it”) to forge a new blend of art and activism.

Why pursue Art at Queens College?

  • Work with accomplished faculty in the area of your passion
  • Bring us the concept you’re excited about—we’ll help you make it happen here
  • Explore nontraditional studio art with Social Practice Queens (SPQ)
  • Create art in prime studio space, and be inspired by all the museums and galleries of a global art capital
  • Integrate technology with studio practice—our resources include 3-D printing and one of the few foundries for metal casting in New York City

Requirements for Matriculation

​These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.​

  1. In addition to three letters of reference, each candidate for admission shall submit a portfolio of work as prescribed by the committee. This portfolio shall be examined by the committee, which shall have the authority to accept or reject the candidate. Your portfolio webpage (URL) should be submitted in your application
  2. Undergraduate study should consist of at least 30 credits in art; students shall have taken the equivalent of a two-semester survey course plus two elective courses in the history of art
  3. Normally, each candidate for admission will be interviewed by a member of the committee. This requirement may be waived at the department’s option

Directions for Portfolio Submission

All applicants to the Master of Fine Arts program must submit a webpage (URL) displaying 15 work samples with captions and project explanations as needed. If your work is primarily video, then submit one complete video (up to 30 minutes) along with up to 4 five-minute samplings of other video works. Please also include on the website copies of your resume, the names and titles of the three people writing your recommendations, and your personal essay. The personal essay statement should indicate if you are applying for a particular concentration in one of the following areas: Painting, Sculpture, Installation, Photography, Ceramics, Media, Social Practice Art. The portfolio URL is submitted in your Queens College Graduate Admissions application.

 

 

Admissions at a Glance

Fall Deadline February 15
Spring Deadline October 15
Extended Deadline December 15
Letters of Reference 3
Essay 500 Words
TOEFL (IBT) 100
IELTS 7
PTE 68
GRE No
GMAT No
Accepts Non-Matric No

Academic Advisor

Kurt Kauper

Kurt.Kauper@qc.cuny.edu

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Master of Arts in Biology

The Biology Department offers programs of courses and research leading to the Master of Arts degree at Queens College.

Students are encouraged to participate in the extensive research programs of the biology faculty. Their research activities have recently been funded by various agencies, including the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, Howard Hughes Medical Institute, and a number of private foundations, including the American Cancer Society and American Heart Association. Participation in research is one of the best ways for students to learn biology first-hand, and to appreciate how scientific methodology is used to answer important biological questions.

The department has excellent research facilities for cell and molecular biology, as well as well-equipped research laboratories and core facilities. Opportunities are enhanced by affiliation with other city institutions and cooperative efforts with other divisions of the City University and the American Museum of Natural History.

The Biology Department at Queens College also offers programs of courses and research leading to the PhD at the CUNY Graduate Center in the subprograms of cellular, molecular, and developmental biology; evolution, ecology, and behavior; physiology and neurosciences; and plant sciences.

Requirements for Matriculation

These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

  1. Students are expected to have a minimum of 20 credits in biology beyond the introductory level. Undergraduate courses in physics, chemistry, and mathematics are required. A course in statistics is highly recommended
  2. GRE is not required but can be submitted in support of your application​
  3. The credentials of each applicant will be examined by the departmental admissions committee. This committee may request an interview with a candidate for admission

Requirements for Non-Matriculation

Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

 

Admissions at a Glance

Fall Deadline April 1
Spring Deadline November 1
Extended Deadline December 15
Letters of Reference 2
Essay 500 Words
TOEFL (IBT) 100
IELTS 7
PTE 68
GRE No
GMAT No
Accepts Non-Matric Yes

Academic Advisor

Dr. David Lahti

david.lahti@qc.cuny.edu

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Master of Science in Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry offers programs leading to the degree of Master of Science with concentrated study in chemistry or biochemistry. These programs include course and standard laboratory work designed to prepare the student for employment in the chemical industry, government, or teaching, or for continuation of study for an advanced degree. The department is an active component of the doctoral programs in chemistry and biochemistry of the CUNY Graduate Center.

Each student is strongly encouraged to participate in the extensive research programs of the department, which in recent years have been funded by the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, Research Corporation, Pfeiffer Research Foundation, Howard Hughes Medical Institute, and the Department of Defense. Participation in research is one of the best ways for the student to gain an appreciation for the daily activities of a working chemist. The research interests of the faculty are described on the department’s website.

Requirements for Matriculation

These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

  1. Undergraduate credits in chemistry should include one full year each of general, organic, and physical chemistry, and one-half year of quantitative analysis. Mathematics through integral calculus and one year of physics are required. Students planning to concentrate in biochemistry should have completed at least one year of biology and one semester of biochemistry (lecture and laboratory). Deficiencies may be removed by coursework or individual study
  2. Three written recommendations from undergraduate chemistry instructors are required (preferably from instructors who have taught the applicant during the junior or senior year)
  3. An interview with a member of the Chemistry and Biochemistry Graduate Committee may be requested. The committee decides on deficiencies, conditions, exceptions, and special permissions

Requirements for Non-Matriculation

Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

 

Admissions at a Glance

Fall Deadline April 1
Spring Deadline November 1
Extended Deadline December 15
Letters of Reference 3
Essay 500 Words
TOEFL (IBT) 61
IELTS 5
PTE 44
GRE No
GMAT No
Accepts Non-Matric Yes

Academic Advisor

Dr. Uri Samuni

uri.samuni@qc.cuny.edu

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Master of Arts in Computer Science

The study of computer science at Queens College is a springboard to any field that uses computers and computation for data analysis (Big Data) and for scientific discovery—from financial services to health care.

  • Get credentialed in the field of the future—computer science has a projected 10-year job-growth rate of 36.5 percent
  • Queens College Computer Science faculty have won more National Science Foundation Faculty Early Career Development Awards than faculty from any other department in the CUNY system

Our Center for Computational Infrastructure for the Sciences (CCiS) will show you how to take your computer science career in any direction. CCiS brings together the knowledge and faculty of numerous departments in the natural and social sciences and offers opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaborations on real-world problems and projects.

Why pursue Computer Science at Queens College?

  • The field has been ranked #1 by Kiplinger’s for “Best Majors for a Lucrative Career”
  • In support of their cutting-edge research projects, our accomplished faculty have won over $6 million in recent years from such organizations as the National Science Foundation, the National Institutes of Health, DARPA, the Air Force Office of Scientific Research, the Army Research Lab, Google, and IBM
  • Our students complete internships in a host of organizations and have gone on to positions at Morgan Stanley, Citigroup, Ernst & Young, Estee Lauder, Etsy, CA Technologies, McGraw-Hill—the list is long, varied, and impressive

The dynamic and growing field of computer science provides opportunities for intellectual activity, research, and future employment. The aim of the master’s program is to prepare students for professional careers in private industry, government, and academe. For those who seek academic careers and opportunities for more advanced research, the master’s program may constitute a significant portion of the PhD program offered by the CUNY Graduate Center.

The Master of Arts in computer science includes courses in four areas of study: software, theoretical foundations, hardware, and mathematical applications and algorithms.

The software area is the primary focus of the program, and includes courses in fundamental algorithms, software design, database systems, distributed software systems, operating systems, compiler design, graphics, information organization and retrieval, and artificial intelligence. The Theoretical Foundations courses include the mathematical treatment of such topics as formal language theory, automata theory, and computability theory. The Hardware area course offerings cover topics including computer systems design, networking principles, and distributed hardware systems. The Mathematical Applications and Algorithms area includes courses covering sequential and parallel numerical algorithms, applications of probability and statistics to the study of hardware and software systems, and principles of simulation and modeling.

Requirements for Matriculation

These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

  1. Matriculation is based on merit as judged by the Graduate Admissions Committee of the department. The committee will expect each candidate for matriculation to have an adequate mathematics background, including integral calculus, probability and statistics, and discrete mathematical structures.
  2. Matriculation requirements also include a working knowledge of at least one high-level, object-oriented programming language (some courses, including core courses, require knowledge of specific languages; consult the department for current requirements), assembly language programming, data structures, principles of programming languages, operating systems, computer organization, and theory of computation. A candidate who is partially deficient in the above requirements may, at the discretion of the Admissions Committee, be admitted subject to the requirement that the deficiencies be rectified. Appropriate means to fulfill this requirement are provided by the department. Courses taken to meet admissions deficiencies do not count toward the credit requirements for the degree; the average (mean) grade in these courses must be at least B (3.0), and each one of these courses must be completed with a grade of B– or better.

 

Admissions at a Glance

Fall Deadline April 1
Spring Deadline November 1
Extended Deadline December 15
Letters of Reference 3
Essay 500 Words
TOEFL (IBT) 61
IELTS 5
PTE 44
GRE No
GMAT No
Accepts Non-Matric No

Academic Advisor

 Prof. T. Yung Kong, D.Phil

tat.kong@qc.cuny.edu

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Master of Arts in Data Analytics and Applied Social Research

In our master’s program you’ll learn how to conduct research, analyze large and messy datasets, and make the kinds of discoveries that lead to important decision making. Learning how to use the power of data will make you an invaluable asset for any forward-moving organization.

  • Learn to use statistics and research methodology to solve real-world problems
  • As a graduate, become highly sought-after for your skills in social research

Data are bigger, more complicated, and more readily available than ever before. Given data’s promise for yielding insight, knowing how to use data to ask and answer the right questions is a tremendously desirable skill. Our master’s degree will give you a competitive advantage in building a lifelong career in any field where data drive decisions.

Why pursue an M.A. in Data Analytics and Applied Social Research at Queens College?

  • Queens College has the fourth-largest sociology department in the nation, with 34 full-time faculty representing a diverse array of specializations
  • Our graduates are job market-ready, winning respected roles in government, business, politics, public opinion, non-profits, and market research
  • Choose from five tracks and concentrate in the area that interests you most: Data Science (“Big Data”), Market Research, Program Evaluation and Policy Analysis, Media and Marketing, and Applied Social Research
  • Take advantage of research assistantships, internships, and independent projects to hone your skills

The Master’s Program in Data Analytics and Applied Social Research, provides students with the educational foundation and technical skills necessary to prepare for a professional career in market research, program evaluation, media and public opinion research, public health research, institutional research and assessment, or other applied social research field.

The department’s full-time faculty members maintain a very active research agenda. Faculty members include nationally recognized scholars, senior marketing executives, and award-winning demographers with extensive networks. Faculty research areas are social stratification of urban areas; demography and public health; film and society; the impact of digital technology on society; workforce diversity; migration and immigration; ethnicity, race, class and gender; organizational and economic sociology; education; and Jewish culture in America. The facilities in the department include computer laboratories along with a new multimedia lab and full Internet connections to assist graduate students in their research.

Requirements for Matriculation

These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

  1. Undergraduate GPA of 3.2 or higher and a B+ or better in undergraduate statistics and research methods courses
  2. 3 letters of recommendation, transcripts from all post-secondary institutions, and a statement of purpose
  3. GRE is not required, but can be submitted in support of your application
  4. Sufficient work in sociology or related fields to pursue graduate work in sociology. Successful completion of undergraduate courses in social theory and statistics, or demonstration of competence by passing an examination in these subjects
  5. The department reserves the right to impose additional requirements upon any candidate for the degree who, in its opinion, enters with insufficient undergraduate work in sociology
  6. Personal interview with the Graduate Advisor whenever feasible

Requirements for Non-Matriculation

Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

 

Admissions at a Glance

Fall Deadline August 1
Spring Deadline December 1
Extended Deadline None
Letters of Reference 3
Essay 500 Words
TOEFL (IBT) 100
IELTS 7
PTE 68
GRE No
GMAT No
Accepts Non-Matric Yes

Academic Advisor

Dr. Ryan Sperry

ryan.sperry@qc.cuny.edu

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Master of Science in Applied Environmental Geoscience

The Earth and Environmental Sciences Department offers programs of courses and research leading to the Master of Science in Applied Environmental Geoscience. Coursework and research opportunities are available to specialize in atmospheric sciences, global climate change, chemical oceanography and paleoceanography, environmental geology and geochemistry, isotope geochemistry, soil biogeochemistry and physiology, shallow subsurface and marine geophysics, groundwater and surface water hydrology, urban ecology and limnology, geomicrobiology, geomorphology and quaternary studies, sedimentation, sedimentary petrology, paleontology, experimental mineralogy and petrology, igneous and metamorphic petrology.

Faculty are involved in field activities from areas around New York City, to the northern Appalachians of New England, and continental U.S., to numerous localities around the world, e.g., the Southern Ocean, the North Atlantic Ocean, the Mediterranean Sea, the Black Sea, the Caribbean, South America, South and East Asia, and Europe. Faculty members participate fully in the CUNY Graduate Center PhD program in earth and environmental sciences. Cooperative research projects exist with the American Museum of Natural History and the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University.

Exciting projects are being performed by students and faculty, including arsenic contamination in the drinking water supply, environmental health and safety, cancer and genetic epidemiology, environmental geochemistry, study of sewage effluent contamination and its effects on hypoxia and the benthic foodweb in Long Island Sound, salinity intrusion and microbial contamination in the NY–NJ Harbor Estuary, palaeoclimatological history of the Hudson River, global climate change (including hurricane patterns of the past and the future), tectonic history of Westchester County and the State of Maine, radiometric ages of ancient rocks and radionuclide tracing of oceanic carbon cycling, plant-atmosphere CO2 fluxes, microbial ecology of plant litter, and earthquake hazards.

Current funding for research is from the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Environmental Health, Hudson River Foundation, New York City Department of Environmental Protection, the CUNY Program for Environmental and Ecological Research, and the PSC/CUNY Research Awards. Students who have successfully completed the program have found employment in industry or government, or have entered PhD programs. Students in the Master of Science program in applied environmental geosciences are eligible for Roux Scholarships.

Requirements for Matriculation

These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

  1. The department requires that all students have taken a course in physical geology and a course in historical geology. However, recognizing that undergraduates may have studied in many different fields of earth sciences, additional expected undergraduate training may be in a broad array of subjects, including most of the following:
    • minerals; igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic petrography
    • surficial processes/geomorphology
    • sedimentation and stratigraphy
    • structural geology and earth internal processes
    • oceanography, climatology
    • evolution and paleontology
    • geochemistry, geophysics, and ecology
    • field geology (an approved field course)
    The department’s graduate committee may waive the above requirements— except physical geology and historical geology—for students with a strong background in science who may wish to pursue studies in special fields such as hydrology, geophysics, geochemistry, or environmental sciences
  2. Differential and integral college calculus, two semesters of college physics, and two semesters of college chemistry. College biology may be substituted for one semester of physics if appropriate
  3. Students may be accepted with deficiencies in mathematics or allied sciences but must remove those deficiencies by taking the necessary undergraduate courses without credit. Deficiencies must be removed before the student may proceed beyond 12 credits of graduate work in geology

Requirements for Non-Matriculation

Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

 

Admissions at a Glance

Fall Deadline April 1
Spring Deadline November 1
Extended Deadline December 1
Letters of Reference 3
Essay 500 Words
TOEFL (IBT) 61
IELTS 5
PTE 44
GRE No
GMAT No
Accepts Non-Matric Yes

Academic Advisor

Dr. Gregory O’Mullan

gregory.omullan@qc.cuny.edu

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Master of Arts in Geological & Environmental Science

The Earth and Environmental Sciences Department offers programs of courses and research leading to the Master of Arts in Geological and Environmental Science. Coursework and research opportunities are available to specialize in atmospheric sciences, global climate change, chemical oceanography and paleoceanography, environmental geology and geochemistry, isotope geochemistry, soil biogeochemistry and physiology, shallow subsurface and marine geophysics, groundwater and surface water hydrology, urban ecology and limnology, geomicrobiology, geomorphology and quaternary studies, sedimentation, sedimentary petrology, paleontology, experimental mineralogy and petrology, igneous and metamorphic petrology.

Faculty are involved in field activities from areas around New York City, to the northern Appalachians of New England, and continental U.S., to numerous localities around the world, e.g., the Southern Ocean, the North Atlantic Ocean, the Mediterranean Sea, the Black Sea, the Caribbean, South America, South and East Asia, and Europe. Faculty members participate fully in the CUNY Graduate Center PhD program in earth and environmental sciences. Cooperative research projects exist with the American Museum of Natural History and the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University.

Exciting projects are being performed by students and faculty, including arsenic contamination in the drinking water supply, environmental health and safety, cancer and genetic epidemiology, environmental geochemistry, study of sewage effluent contamination and its effects on hypoxia and the benthic foodweb in Long Island Sound, salinity intrusion and microbial contamination in the NY–NJ Harbor Estuary, paleoclimatological history of the Hudson River, global climate change (including hurricane patterns of the past and the future), tectonic history of Westchester County and the State of Maine, radiometric ages of ancient rocks and radionuclide tracing of oceanic carbon cycling, plant-atmosphere CO2 fluxes, microbial ecology of plant litter, and earthquake hazards.

Current funding for research is from the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Environmental Health, Hudson River Foundation, New York City Department of Environmental Protection, the CUNY Program for Environmental and Ecological Research, and the PSC/CUNY Research Awards. Students who have successfully completed the program have found employment in industry or government, or have entered PhD programs. Students in the Master of Science program in applied environmental geosciences are eligible for Roux Scholarships.

Requirements for Matriculation

These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

  1. The department requires that all students have taken a course in physical geology and a course in historical geology. However, recognizing that undergraduates may have studied in many different fields of earth sciences, additional expected undergraduate training may be in a broad array of subjects, including most of the following:
    • minerals; igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic petrography
    • surficial processes/geomorphology
    • sedimentation and stratigraphy
    • structural geology and earth internal processes
    • oceanography, climatology
    • evolution and paleontology
    • geochemistry, geophysics, and ecology
    • field geology (an approved field course)
    The department’s graduate committee may waive the above requirements— except physical geology and historical geology—for students with a strong background in science who may wish to pursue studies in special fields such as hydrology, geophysics, geochemistry, or environmental sciences
  2. Differential and integral college calculus, two semesters of college physics, and two semesters of college chemistry. College biology may be substituted for one semester of physics if appropriate
  3. Students may be accepted with deficiencies in mathematics or allied sciences but must remove those deficiencies by taking the necessary undergraduate courses without credit. Deficiencies must be removed before the student may proceed beyond 12 credits of graduate work in geology

Requirements for Non-Matriculation

Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

 

Admissions at a Glance

Fall Deadline April 15
Spring Deadline November 1
Extended Deadline December 1
Letters of Reference 3
Essay 500 Words
TOEFL (IBT) 61
IELTS 5
PTE 44
GRE No
GMAT No
Accepts Non-Matric Yes

Academic Advisor

Dr. Gregory O’Mullan

gregory.omullan@qc.cuny.edu

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Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing and Literary Translation

The MFA program has four tracks: poetry writing, fiction, nonfiction, and literary translation.​ The course of study centers on writing workshop classes in which faculty lead students in critiques of one another’s writing. Students take three workshops in their own genre, and a crossover workshop in another genre, and they take two craft classes, one in their own genre and one in another genre. They also take a course in critical theory and literature electives that help them to develop a critical vocabulary and a knowledge of various literary and cultural periods and traditions. The faculty will provide intensive discussion and supervision of student work. The program is committed to the integration of creative writing and literary studies.

Requirements for Matriculation

These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

  1. A minimum average grade of B in all undergraduate work and in all English courses
  2. Three satisfactory letters of recommendation, preferably from writers and teachers of writing, addressing the candidate’s academic proficiency and writing skills
  3. A 500-word statement of interest
  4. Candidates should submit a writing sample: either 10 pages of poetry or 20 pages of prose to this Dropbox link
  5. For the translation track, candidates should demonstrate an appropriate level of fluency in a language besides English and submit previously translated work (5-10 pages) as their writing sample

Fulfillment of these requirements does not guarantee admission; it simply makes a student eligible for consideration.

Admissions at a Glance

Fall Deadline April 15
Spring Deadline Fall Only
Extended Deadline None
Letters of Reference 3
Essay 500 Words
TOEFL (IBT) 100
IELTS 7
PTE 68
GRE No
GMAT No
Accepts Non-Matric No

Academic Advisor

Jason Tougaw

jason.tougaw@qc.cuny.edu

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Master of Arts in English Literature

The graduate Master of Arts in Literature program provides facilities for advanced study of literary texts. Students learn to read texts within philosophical and theoretical frameworks and become acquainted with terms and concepts of critical discourse as used in the discipline. Students develop skills at advanced research in scholarly monographs, collections and journals, using both digital and archival sources, learning to find materials and to parse them critically. Examining cultural artifacts and becoming acquainted with the complex historical, geopolitical, and gendered structures of texts, graduate students acquire a sense of the richness of literary study. Students learn to express this sophisticated reading ability in well-researched papers that express mastery of their chosen fields.

Requirements for Matriculation

These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

  1. A minimum of an average grade of B in all undergraduate work and in all English courses
  2. A minimum of 24 undergraduate credits in English or American literature; at the discretion of the department, fewer courses may be acceptable for full matriculation
  3. Three satisfactory letters of recommendation, preferably from instructors in English, addressing the candidate’s academic proficiency
  4. In addition to the required 500-word essay, applicants must submit a writing sample, 10-15 pages long (double-spaced), which demonstrates mastery of writing skills and is on a topic related to literary studies. Please see the English Department website for submission instructions.

Fulfillment of these requirements does not guarantee admission; it simply makes a student eligible for consideration.

Students who do not meet the above requirements may be permitted to enter with deficiency courses (undergraduate courses required to achieve the minimum number of undergraduate credits), or as probationary matriculants (requiring the first 12 credits of coursework to achieve a minimum average of B). Students who do not meet these requirements may also request that the Director of Graduate Studies consider them for non-matriculated student status.

Requirements for Non-Matriculation

Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

Admissions at a Glance

Fall Deadline April 1
Spring Deadline November 1
Extended Deadline December 15
Letters of Reference 3
Essay 500 Words
TOEFL (IBT) 100
IELTS 7
PTE 68
GRE No
GMAT No
Accepts Non-Matric Yes

Academic Advisor

William Orchard

william.orchard@qc.cuny.edu

Cliff Mak

Clifford.Mak@qc.cuny.edu

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Master of Arts in French

The Department of European Languages and Literatures offers the Master of Arts degree in French. The degree leads to teaching careers in secondary education and college, and to admission to doctoral programs in these languages or comparative literature. Courses cover numerous aspects of the literature from the Medieval through the contemporary periods, viewed through various methods of literary criticism. Courses are also given in the history of the language, advanced translation, civilization, and the cinema. Seminars are set aside for methodology, selected authors or literary topics, and special problems.

Requirements for Matriculation

These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

  1. A strong undergraduate concentration in French, consisting normally of a minimum of 20 undergraduate elective credits
  2. The credentials of each applicant are to be examined by a suitable departmental committee that shall have the authority to accept or reject the candidate. This committee may request an interview with a candidate for admission if it feels it is necessary to do so.

Requirements for Non-Matriculation

Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

Admissions at a Glance

Fall Deadline April 1
Spring Deadline November 1
Extended Deadline None
Letters of Reference 3
Essay 500 Words
TOEFL (IBT) 61
IELTS 5
PTE 44
GRE No
GMAT No
Accepts Non-Matric Yes

Academic Advisor

Dr. David Andrew Jones

david.jones@qc.cuny.edu

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Master of Arts in History

The Master’s Program in History can meet a variety of intellectual and professional needs: as preparation for doctoral study, as the academic requirement for permanent New York State teacher certification, and as an opportunity for students to upgrade their current job credentials and enrich their intellectual life. The department’s graduate faculty have outstanding records of publication in many areas.

Requirements for Matriculation

These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

  1. Applicants must be approved by the department’s Committee on Graduate Studies. Approval is based on the satisfactory completion of sufficient work in history or related fields to pursue graduate work in history.
  2. An applicant whose undergraduate preparation is considered inadequate by the department’s committee may be admitted as a non-matriculated student. Satisfactory completion of approved courses will be required before the student can matriculate. Undergraduate courses taken to make up for inadequate preparation cannot be counted toward the MA degree. Graduate courses, provided they are approved by the graduate advisor, may be counted toward the MA degree. In some instances, students whose undergraduate preparation in history is judged inadequate may be required to take additional hours in graduate history to remove those deficiencies.

Requirements for Non-Matriculation

Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

Admissions at a Glance

Fall Deadline April 1
Spring Deadline November 1
Extended Deadline December 1
Letters of Reference 3
Essay 500 Words
TOEFL (IBT) 90
IELTS 6.5
PTE 61
GRE No
GMAT No
Accepts Non-Matric Yes

Academic Advisor

Prof. Bobby Wintermute

bobby.wintermute@qc.cuny.edu

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Master of Arts in Italian

The Department of European Languages and Literatures offers the Master of Arts degree in Italian. The degree leads to teaching careers in secondary education and college, and to admission to doctoral programs in these languages or comparative literature. Courses cover numerous aspects of the literature from the Medieval through the contemporary periods, viewed through various methods of literary criticism. Courses are also given in the history of the language, advanced translation, civilization, and the cinema. Seminars are set aside for methodology, selected authors or literary topics, and special problems. The Department of European Languages and Literatures, in cooperation with the Division of Education, also offers the Master of Science in Education degree in Italian.

Requirements for Matriculation

These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

  1. A strong undergraduate concentration in Italian, consisting normally of a minimum of 20 undergraduate elective credits
  2. An interview may be requested

The credentials of each applicant are to be examined by a suitable departmental committee that shall have the authority to accept or reject the candidate.

Requirements for Non-Matriculation

Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

Admissions at a Glance

Fall Deadline April 1
Spring Deadline November 1
Extended Deadline December 1
Letters of Reference 3
Essay 500 Words
TOEFL (IBT) 61
IELTS 5
PTE 44
GRE No
GMAT No
Accepts Non-Matric Yes

Academic Advisor

Morena Corradi

morena.corradi@qc.cuny.edu

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Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Italian Culture for the 21st Century

The ​Italian Culture for the 21st Century, Advanced Certificate program focuses on the study of “Made in Italy,” a phenomenon that is a result of the intersection of arts and culture, technology and industry. It is a gateway to studying Italian in a contemporary and international context. An Internship Program with the Italian Trade Commission is available to students enrolled in the program.

Requirements for Matriculation

These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline April 1
    Spring Deadline November 1
    Extended Deadline December 1
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 61
    IELTS 5
    PTE 44
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Morena Corradi

    morena.corradi@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Library Science in Library Science

    The Graduate School of Library and Information Studies at Queens College is the only publicly funded, ALA-accredited Master of Library Science program in the New York area.

    • Prepare for positions in universities, corporate archives, and municipal centers—almost anywhere information is stored, preserved, catalogued, and accessed
    • Choose from our expanded array of concentrations, with new strengths in the management of digital resources

    A degree in library science from Queens College is a gateway to many careers, both in and out of libraries. Our students intern at some of the most distinguished institutions in the region, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Brooklyn Academy of Music, Center for Jewish History, and CUNY library systems.

    Why pursue an MLS degree at Queens College?

    • Take advantage of a wide array of concentrations, including Archives and Preservation of Cultural Materials, Public Library Services for Children and Young Adults, Library Media Specialists for Public Schools, Academic Librarianship, Digital Resources Management, Organization of Information, Records and Information Management, and Special and Embedded Librarianship
    • Our alumni go on to great careers—from librarian at NYU Shanghai to creator and director of the Queens Memory Project
    • We also offer some courses in Manhattan at other CUNY libraries and classrooms

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. Applicants whose undergraduate cumulative grade-point average is below 3.0, but who otherwise merit consideration for admission, may be required to take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Applicants with undergraduate GPAs below 3.0 who hold advanced degrees are not required to take the GRE
    2. A meeting with the Director of the School, the Graduate Advisor, or a member of the School’s Admissions Committee will be required before a decision on admission is made

    Deadlines may be extended further if spaces remain in the program.

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Some students may register in the school as non-matriculates with permission of the Graduate School of Library and Information Studies. Students who are fully matriculated in another accredited library school may, with permission from their home institution and from the Director or Graduate Advisor of the GSLIS, register for individual graduate library science courses, when space is available.

    Applicants who do not qualify for matriculated status may be admitted as non-matriculates with the approval of the Graduate Advisor. Courses taken as a non-matriculated student may be credited toward the MLS degree if a grade of B (3.0) or better is attained. A non-matriculate wishing to matriculate may have a maximum of 12 credits accepted towards the degree by the School.

    A student who has been awarded the MLS degree and wants to enroll for additional courses must file an application for admission as a graduate non-matriculate with the Graduate Admissions Office by the appropriate deadline date.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline April 1
    Spring Deadline November 1
    Extended Deadline December 15
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Prof. Brandon Jeffries

    brandon.jeffries@qc.cuny.edu

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    Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Archives, Records Management & Preservation

    Two certificate programs are currently available: Children and Young Adult Services in the Public Library and Archives and the Preservation of Cultural Materials. Both of these are designed for multiple audiences, such as current MLS students who wish to make explicit their specialty, and working library/information service professionals who desire a further credential demarking their expertise. All students in these two certificate programs must meet the college’s admissions standards; paraprofessionals may be required to enroll in core courses to provide the appropriate foundation for coursework in the two certificate programs.

    The certificates are built around a similar structure. Within each, a core sequence of courses must have been completed. Library/information service professionals who already hold the MLS degree and may have already taken one or more of these core courses can fulfill their requirements by selecting from a menu of four elective courses.

    Students of the Graduate School of Library and Information Studies will obtain the certificate at the same time as the awarding of their degree. Library/information service professionals who complete a four-course sequence will be awarded the certificate by the college.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. An interview may be requested

    Deadlines may be extended further if spaces remain in the program.

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline April 1
    Spring Deadline November 1
    Extended Deadline December 15
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Prof. Brandon Jeffries

    brandon.jeffries@qc.cuny.edu

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    Dual program in Library Science and History

    The MLS/MA is a dual degree offered jointly by the Graduate School of Library and Information Sciences (GSLIS) and the History Department. It is coordinated by the Graduate Advisor for GSLIS and the Director of Graduate Studies in History.

    The program offers students the opportunity to develop skills in the methodologies of both library science, including archival and special collections management, and historical research. Graduates of the program will receive two degrees, one in the Master of Library Science and the other in the Master of Arts in History, and will be well suited for professional careers in academic libraries, museums, oral history initiatives, document conservation, and public or private archives, and for admission into Ph.D. programs in either History or Library Science.

    The 54-credit program can be completed in three years of full-time study and up to six years for part-time study. The first several semesters should focus on the coursework requirements for both GSLIS and History. Students should consult advisors in either department in selecting courses that are relevant for their research and career goals. As part of their elective coursework, they are strongly encouraged to consider internships at local archives, museums, academic libraries, or other relevant institutions, for which either GSLIS or History credit will be awarded. Students may also consider the GSLIS certificate program in Archives Management in conjunction with the joint degree.

    Toward the end of the program, students will undertake a six-credit final thesis or project, constituted by LBSCI 709 and HIST 792, to be taken concurrently, under the advisement of faculty members from both GSLIS and History.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. A personal statement, in the form of a cover letter (approximately 500 words in length), explaining how the applicant’s past work has led them to the MLS/MA program, and their professional objectives following completion.
    2. An interview is required for admission, and applicants will be contacted after the committee has read their materials.

    Deadlines may be extended further if spaces remain in the program.

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline April 1
    Spring Deadline November 1
    Extended Deadline December 15
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Prof. Bobby Wintermute

    Bobby.Wintermute@qc.cuny.edu

    Dr. Johnathan Thayer

    johnathan.thayer@qc.cuny.edu

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    Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Children’s & Young Adult Services in the Public Library

    Two certificate programs are currently available: Children and Young Adult Services in the Public Library and Archives and the Preservation of Cultural Materials. Both of these are designed for multiple audiences, such as current MLS students who wish to make explicit their specialty, and working library/information service professionals who desire a further credential demarking their expertise. All students in these two certificate programs must meet the college’s admissions standards; paraprofessionals may be required to enroll in core courses to provide the appropriate foundation for coursework in the two certificate programs.

    The certificates are built around a similar structure. Within each, a core sequence of courses must have been completed. Library/information service professionals who already hold the MLS degree and may have already taken one or more of these core courses can fulfill their requirements by selecting from a menu of four elective courses.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. An interview may be requested.

    Deadlines may be extended further if spaces remain in the program.

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline April 1
    Spring Deadline November 1
    Extended Deadline December 15
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Prof. Brandon Jeffries

    brandon.jeffries@qc.cuny.edu

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    Post-Master’s Advance Certificate in Librarianship

    The program leading to the Certificate in Post-Master’s Studies in Librarianship is designed for graduate library/information service professionals who want to improve their competencies in present positions or to prepare for new positions as administrators, subject specialists, information officers, or technical specialists in libraries and related organizations, including media, educational resources, information and referral centers.

    The one-to-three-year, 30-credit program will be designed by each student with a faculty member in accordance with the curriculum described in the Bulletin. An integral part of the program will be a major research or investigatory project in the student’s field of interest. The program is registered by the New York State Education Department.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. A master’s degree in Library/Information Studies from an ALA-accredited program
    2. A minimum of two years of professional experience in library/information services or evidence of highly specialized needs that warrant advanced studies
    3. An interview with a GSLIS representative
    4. A 500-word statement of the candidate’s professional objectives, specifying his/her special needs or interests
    5. Three letters of reference from library/information service professionals and/or instructors in library/information studies

    Deadlines may be extended further if spaces remain in the program.

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline April 1
    Spring Deadline November 1
    Extended Deadline December 15
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Prof. Brandon Jeffries

    brandon.jeffries@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics

    The goal of this program is to train graduate students to be effective teachers of adult learners of English as a second or foreign language.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. Completion of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0
    2. In your essay, please describe an experience you have had that has encouraged you to become a teacher of English as a Second language and explain how that influenced your decision
    3. An interview may be requested.

    The credentials of each applicant will be examined by the Linguistics Graduate Admissions Committee. The number of applicants approved for matriculation is limited by available resources; therefore, applicants who otherwise meet minimum requirements for matriculation may not necessarily be admitted.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline June 15
    Spring Deadline Fall Only
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric No

    Academic Advisor

    Dana Calvet

    dana.calvet@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology

    The Linguistic and Communication Disorders department’s program in speech-language pathology is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). The program provides the academic and practicum requirements for clinical certification by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and for professional licensure by the New York State Department of Education. It also provides the necessary academic and pedagogical preparation for certification by New York State as a Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities—SED Program (IRP) Code: 02710.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. A GPA of B (3.0) or better
    2. Applicant must satisfy minimum requirements for admission as well as those required by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association for admission to graduate study in Speech-Language Pathology. Applicants must have at least 3 semester credit hours in the biological sciences, 3 semester credit hours in the physical sciences, 3 semester credit hours in statistics and 6 semester credit hours in the behavioral or social sciences
      They also must have completed the following courses with at least 3 semester credit hours in each:
      • Child Development
      • Phonetics
      • Anatomy & Physiology of Speech and Language
      • Speech and Hearing Sciences
      • Language Acquisition
      • Audiology
      • Two courses in communication disorders in children and adults
      • One course in linguistics/ language (e.g., syntax, psycholinguistics, school age
      language, bilingualism, introduction to language)
      *Each applicant must complete a prerequisite worksheet and include it with their application
    3. Three letters of recommendation, at least two of which come from faculty members. An interview may be required
    4. Results of the Graduate Record Examination
    5. Proof of proficiency in the English language is required of all applicants whose first language is not English, and who were educated in a country where English is not the official language. Applicants must receive a score of at least 114 on the internet-based TOEFL, or equivalent
    6. A personal essay

    The credentials of each applicant will be examined by the Graduate Admissions Committee, which may accept, accept with conditions, or reject candidates. The number of applicants approved for matriculation is limited by the training facilities available; therefore, applicants who otherwise meet minimum requirements for matriculation may not necessarily be admitted.

    The application deadline is February 1 for the year in which the prospective candidates apply. Because only a limited number of candidates are admitted each year, the process is competitive. Permission of the program director is required for enrollment in any of the courses in the program.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline February 1
    Spring Deadline Fall Only
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 114
    IELTS 8
    PTE 79
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric No
    Matrix Form Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Prof. Salvatore Brienza

    salvatore.brienza@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Arts in Mathematics

    The Master’s program in mathematics provides both pure and applied tracks of study, with a variety of elective courses from which student can choose topics that interest them most. Students completing this program earn a strong background in both applications and theory, making our students highly qualified for employment in industry, the business world, and academia. Many MA Mathematics courses are offered on weekday evenings, giving those students with employment or other time constraints maximum flexibility.

    Contact the Academic Advisor if you have any questions about the Master’s Program in Mathematics.​

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. To be admitted to the program, a candidate must have at least 25 credits in advanced courses in mathematics and related fields (such as computer science and physics). At least 12 credits must be in mathematics, including advanced calculus and linear algebra, with an average of at least B in the mathematics courses. Applicants not meeting these requirements must secure special permission of the department and may be required to take courses to remove the deficiencies without receiving graduate credit
    2. At least two of the written recommendations must be from the applicant’s undergraduate instructors and must deal with the ability of the applicant to pursue graduate work in mathematics

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline April 1
    Spring Deadline November 1
    Extended Deadline December 1
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 61
    IELTS 5
    PTE 44
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Prof. Dan Lee

    dan.lee@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Arts in Media Studies

    Media Studies at Queens College is both theoretical and practical, encompassing areas such as economic justice, urban planning, and environmental stewardship.

    • Learn how to use media as a conduit for social change
    • Develop a portfolio of projects while working in our labs or in the field with industry, government, NGOs, or public interest groups

    At Queens College, we don’t think of the media as a vocation, but as a landscape—one that’s in a terrifically dynamic state. As inhabitants of this changing environment—as users and makers of media and digital technology—we work at the crossroads of critical theory and social justice in order to engage with media more purposefully.

    Why pursue Media Studies at Queens College?

    • Pursue your goal of being an activist, a social-change agent, a creative visionary, or a media activist addressing social and political issues
    • Study with renowned faculty—including noted media theorist Douglas Rushkoff (pictured above)—who are involved in the pressing issues of our time
    • Learn alongside innovative peers who’ll become part of your network
    • Gain an understanding of how political, economic, and societal forces shape the media environment—and vice versa

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. Three letters of recommendation from past professors, work supervisors or other people familiar with your personal potential and work ethic
    2. In place of the 500-word essay we require an 800-1000-word argument for what you would like to accomplish with media or media studies. Consider answering questions such as:
      a. What is the problem you want to research or address?
      b. How do you want to make a difference?
      c. What is your focus for social change?
      d. How are you studying or practicing media, and why does it matter?
      e. What are you trying to find out or accomplish, and how will it impact others?
      f. What do you want for society or your own community, and how does media enable or undermine that goal?
      g. Has your work already made a difference? Tell us how.
      h. If there are concrete projects or issues you hope to explore, how might a collaborative, interdisciplinary graduate program help you to pursue this work?
      You are applying to a program where the faculty will be actively supporting your efforts, so convince us to join your cause, or make us understand your motivations, influences, and values. If possible, append the essay with examples or links to any of your writing, videos, artwork, websites, or other work you feel supports your case. This should not be a simple biography or general statement of interest in this field, but a supported argument for your research, art, political or social agenda
    3. In some instances, an interview with the Master’s Program Coordinator may be required
    4. The GRE is not required, but can be submitted in support of your application
    5. Applicants are strongly urged to apply by the priority deadline of March 1. You should receive a decision by the end of March. After that, we will accept applications as long as there is space in the program, but in no case later than June 15

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline June 15
    Spring Deadline December 15
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 800 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 92
    IELTS 6.5
    PTE 62
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Douglas Rushkoff

    douglas.rushkoff@qc.cuny.edu

    Joshua Chapdelaine

    joshua.chapdelaine@qc.cuny.edu

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    Medical Career Preparation, (Post-Baccalaureate) Certificate

    For individuals who wish to change careers or pursue additional studies to become health professionals, the Queens College Post-Baccalaureate Medical Career Preparation Certificate is the pathway for those with non-health related bachelor’s degrees to enter the medical field.

    Individualized advising and tutoring services are coupled with rigorous academics and training to prepare you to take appropriate standardized tests and apply to competitive health professional schools.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    For the Medical Career Preparation Certificate, you should meet the following criteria before applying:

    • A Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree
    • Completed 25 credits or less of required pre-health coursework
    • Earned a grade of B or better on all pre-health coursework and a minimum 3.0 undergraduate overall GPA

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline June 15
    Spring Deadline November 15
    Extended Deadline December 1
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric No

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Mika Vesanen

    mika.vesanen@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling

    The MS program in Mental Health Counseling leads to New York State licensing. Candidates seeking specialization in college counseling enroll in the mental health program.

    The department offers a sequence of courses for practicing school counselors who already hold certification who are seeking a bilingual extension. For additional information, please refer to this Bulletin under Bilingual Extension for Pupil Personnel.

    Either MS program in Counseling (School or Mental Health) can be completed in 2 years full-time (which requires attendance in daytime classes) or 3 to 4 years part-time with evening classes. All candidates for either master’s degree must take the 36-credit sequence of basic and advanced core courses, 12 credits of specialization courses, and 12 credits in fieldwork (for a total of 700 hours).

    The Mental Health Counseling program is registered with the New York State Education Department and leads to licensing as a Mental Health Counselor. Post-degree clinical hours and exams are required beyond the master’s degree for permanent licensing. Dr. Matthew Day and Dr. Jennifer Kyle are the advisors for the Mental Health Counseling program.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. Satisfactory completion of the following five prerequisite course areas:
      a. Introduction to psychology
      b. Developmental psychology (child, adolescent, or life-span)
      c. Abnormal psychology (or Psychopathology)
      d. Statistics
      e. Social basis of behavior (sociology, anthropology, or social psychology).
      In some cases, strong applicants missing one course prerequisite may be conditionally admitted into the program, pending the completion of the missing prerequisite within the first semester
    2. In the 500-word essay on the admissions application, please describe your motivations for entering the counseling profession and your expectations of graduate-level study
    3. Interview may be required.

    Non-Matriculation

    The Counseling program does not accept non-matriculated students. QC field site supervisors who have received a course voucher and wish to take a course in the Counseling program should contact the Program Coordinator.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline March 1
    Spring Deadline Fall Only
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric No

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Matthew Day

    matthew.day@qc.cuny.edu

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    Advanced Diploma in Chamber Music

    The Professional Studies and Artists Diploma Programs provide access to the finest music performance education. Ideal candidates may be:

    • Classical instrumentalists/vocalists who wish to advance their study beyond the Master of Arts degree before entering a DMA program or professional positions
    • International students who possess advanced degrees in music from overseas institutions and are ready for advanced musical performance training in the United States, but do not have the required English language skills to enter an MA program

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. A MA or MM degree in music performance (or its equivalent). Admission is restricted to preformed chamber ensembles
    2. An audition on the major instrument or voice. Auditions are held at the college each semester. Submit an audition request form to the Aaron Copland School of Music Office
    3. International students are required to take the TOEFL with a minimum score of 61 or the IELTS with a minimum score of 5. Provisional acceptance is available if the TOEFL score is between 53 and 61, or the IELTS score is between 4.5 and 5

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline April 1
    Spring Deadline November 1
    Extended Deadline December 15
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 61
    IELTS 5
    PTE 44
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Prof. Marcy Rosen

    marcy.rosen@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Music in Classical Performance

    The Aaron Copland School of Music offers conservatory-level training in classical performance, jazz performance, and jazz composition, leading to the Master of Music (MM) degree.

    The MM in Classical Performance includes private instruction in the major instrument or voice, ensembles, studies in historical performance practice, and other courses geared to the needs of classical performers. A student may major in a standard orchestral, keyboard, or early-music instrument, in classical guitar, voice, or conducting (orchestral or choral).

    Electives are planned for the needs of the school music teacher or are drawn from other graduate music offerings. Concentrations in instrumental music, general music, jazz music education, composition pedagogy, and conducting are offered.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. An undergraduate degree with a major in music (or its equivalent)
    2. An audition on the major instrument or voice. Auditions are held at the college each semester on the major instrument or voice. A short (30-minute) examination in basic music theory is administered on the day of the audition. Submit an audition request form to the Aaron Copland School of Music Office. Visit their website to obtain audition request form and audition requirements
    3. International students are required to take the TOEFL with a minimum score of 79 or the IELTS with a minimum score of 6. Provisional acceptance is available if the TOEFL score is between 75 and 79, or the IELTS score is between 5.5 and 6

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline April 1
    Spring Deadline November 1
    Extended Deadline December 15
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 79
    IELTS 6
    PTE 53
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Prof. Marcy Rosen

    marcy.rosen@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Music in Composition

    The MM in Composition provides necessary training for classical composers. It can be a terminal degree, but it also prepares students to pursue doctoral studies in composition (PhD or DMA).

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. Undergraduate degree with a major in music or its equivalent
    2. Applicants should submit two or three recent works. Scores are required except for electronic compositions. Recordings are welcome. These materials should be submitted electronically to the program advisor
    3. International students are required to take the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System). The minimum score is 79 for TOEFL and 6.0 for the IELTS

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline May 1
    Spring Deadline December 1
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 79
    IELTS 6
    PTE 53
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Jeff Nichols

    Jeff.Nichols@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Music in Conducting

    The MM in Conducting prepare students for acceptance into doctoral programs in conducting (Doctor of Musical Arts) or for professional positions as conductors. Students enrolled in one of the three tracks: orchestral conducting, choral conducting, or wind-ensemble conducting.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. An undergraduate degree with a major performance or music education
    2. A conducting audition. Details about the audition process may be found at http://qcpages.qc.cuny.edu/music/prospective/apply-mm-conducting
    3. International students are required to take the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System). The minimum score is 79 for TOEFL and 6.0 for the IELTS

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline May 1
    Spring Deadline December 1
    Extended Deadline December 15
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 79
    IELTS 6
    PTE 53
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. James John

    James.John@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Music in Jazz Studies

    The Master of Music in Jazz Studies prepares students for careers in jazz as performers, arrangers, composers, educators, and leaders.
    The program offers advanced courses in jazz harmony, improvisation, composition & arranging, and history. It also provides individual instruction, jazz performance ensembles, and elective courses specifically tailored to the needs of today’s professional musicians. Students may major in either jazz performance or jazz composition. A wide variety of elective courses are available for students in both tracks to fulfill their degree requirements.

    Master of Music in Jazz Studies, Performance and Composition Majors
    1. Apply to Queens College by completing our online application.

    2. Jazz Performance applicants are required to submit three (3) pre-screening videos to be invited for an audition.

    3. Jazz Composition applicants must submit scores and recordings of their compositions and arrangements for large ensembles (10 or more pieces).

    4. Submit all pre-screening videos, scores and recordings to GetAcceptd.
    5. Contact jazz program coordinator, Teresa Sanchez, for more information: Teresa.Sanchez@qc.cuny.edu.

    Requirements for Matriculation
    An undergraduate degree, not necessarily in jazz, is required in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline July 1
    Spring Deadline December 1
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 79
    IELTS 6
    PTE 53
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Prof. Dennis Mackrel

    Dennis.Mackrel@qc.cuny.edu

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    Advanced Certificate in Music and Production

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. Interview may be required

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline June 1
    Spring Deadline December 1
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay 350 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 79
    IELTS 6
    PTE 53
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Prof. Dennis Mackrel

    Dennis.Mackrel@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Arts in Music Theory

    The the MA in Music Theory prepares students to enter PhD programs in music theory. It also serves music educators and others who may need a master’s degree and have a special interest in music theory

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. Undergraduate degree with a major in music or its equivalent
    2. Applicants should submit a recent paper, preferably on an analytic topic. In addition, applicants should submit one or two compositions in eighteenth- or nineteenth-century style. These materials should be submitted electronically to the program advisor
    3. Applicants and music theory are required to take the GRE (Graduate Record Examination)
    4. International students are required to take the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System). The minimum score is 100 for TOEFL and 7.0 for the IELTS

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline May 1
    Spring Deadline December 1
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE Yes
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Gilad Rabinovitch

    Gilad.Rabinovitch@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Arts in Musicology

    The MA in Musicology prepares students to enter PhD programs in musicology. It also serves music educators and others who may need a master’s degree and have a special interest in musicology.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. Undergraduate degree with a major in music or its equivalent
    2. Applicants should submit at least one recent paper on a topic related to music. Papers should be submitted electronically to the program advisor
    3. Applicants and musicology are required to take the GRE (Graduate Record Examination)
    4. International students are required to take the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System). The minimum score is 100 for TOEFL and 7.0 for the IELTS

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline May 1
    Spring Deadline December 1
    Extended Deadline December 15
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Emily Wilbourne

    emily.wilbourne@qc.cuny.edu

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    Advanced Certificate in Performance

    The Professional Studies and Artists Diploma Programs provide access to the finest music performance education. Ideal candidates may be:

    • Classical instrumentalists/vocalists who wish to advance their study beyond the Master of Arts degree before entering a DMA program or professional positions
    • International students who possess advanced degrees in music from overseas institutions and are ready for advanced musical performance training in the United States, but do not have the required English language skills to enter an MA program

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. An undergraduate degree with a major in music (or its equivalent)
    2. An audition on the major instrument or voice. Auditions are held at the college each semester. Submit an audition request form to the Aaron Copland School of Music Office
    3. International students are required to take the TOEFL with a minimum score of 61 or the IELTS with a minimum score of 5. Provisional acceptance is available if the TOEFL score is between 53 and 61, or the IELTS score is between 4.5 and 5.

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline April 1
    Spring Deadline November 1
    Extended Deadline December 15
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 61
    IELTS 5
    PTE 44
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Prof. Marcy Rosen

    Marcy.Rosen@qc.cuny.edu

    View Department Website Apply Now! Request for Information
    Advanced Diploma in Performance

    The Professional Studies and Artists Diploma Programs provide access to the finest music performance education. Ideal candidates may be:

    • Classical instrumentalists/vocalists who wish to advance their study beyond the Master of Arts degree before entering a DMA program or professional positions
    • International students who possess advanced degrees in music from overseas institutions and are ready for advanced musical performance training in the United States, but do not have the required English language skills to enter an MA program

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. A MA or MM degree in music performance (or its equivalent) and an additional 19 credits in a post-Master’s program in music performance
    2. An audition on the major instrument or voice. Auditions are held at the college each semester. Submit an audition request form to the Aaron Copland School of Music Office
    3. International students are required to take the TOEFL with a minimum score of 61 or the IELTS with a minimum score of 5. Provisional acceptance is available if the TOEFL score is between 53 and 61, or the IELTS score is between 4.5 and 5

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline April 1
    Spring Deadline November 1
    Extended Deadline December 15
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 61
    IELTS 5
    PTE 44
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Prof. Marcy Rosen

    Marcy.Rosen@qc.cuny.edu

    View Department Website Apply Now! Request for Information
    Professional Studies Advanced Certificate in Performance

    The Professional Studies program provides access to the finest music performance education. Ideal candidates may be:

    Classical instrumentalists/vocalists who wish to advance their study beyond the Master of Arts degree before entering a DMA program or professional positions.
    International students who possess advanced degrees in music from overseas institutions and are ready for advanced musical performance training in the United States, but do not have the required English language skills to enter an MA program.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. For the Advanced Certificate in Performance: An undergraduate degree with a major in music (or its equivalent)
    2. An audition on the major instrument or voice. Auditions are held at the college each semester. Please see here https://app.getacceptd.com/acsm for more information
    3. International students are required to take the TOEFL with a minimum score of 61 or the IELTS with a minimum score of 5. Provisional acceptance is available if the TOEFL score is between 53 and 61, or the IELTS score is between 4.5 and 5

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline April 1
    Spring Deadline November 1
    Extended Deadline December 15
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 61
    IELTS 5
    PTE 44
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Prof. Marcy Rosen

    Marcy.Rosen@qc.cuny.edu

    View Department Website Apply Now! Request for Information
    Master of Science in Exercise Science Specialist

    The Master of Science Program in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences offers students the opportunity for advanced study in three areas of specialization including nutrition, exercise science, or nutrition and exercise sciences. To be eligible for admissions to the MS Nutrition and Exercise Sciences, applicants must have a strong academic background in chemistry, biology, and nutrition and exercise sciences. Without this background, individuals will need to major at the undergraduate level in nutrition and exercise sciences before applying to the graduate program. Those who have completed an undergraduate major in chemistry, biology nutrition, or exercise science may be considered for entry with completion of course deficiencies. The entrance to the field of nutrition and exercise sciences is achieved through completion of the BS Nutrition and Exercise Sciences. The graduate program is intended for those individuals who are seeking advanced study in the discipline.

    The MS degree program with specialization in exercise science offers a sequence of courses that prepare students for careers in adult fitness and wellness, corporate and executive fitness, general health promotion, and cardiac rehabilitation. Students are exposed to cardiovascular fitness programs in commercial and clinical settings where their primary responsibility is initiating, directing, and evaluating programs that promote enhanced health and fitness.

    Coursework is blended with clinical experience, and students are mentored in the development and completion of individual research projects. The human performance laboratory provides for measurement of muscular strength and endurance, body composition analysis, and metabolic, cardiovascular, and respiratory function during exercise. Clinical research experiences that focus on the health implication of regular exercise as well as in-depth supervised field experiences are provided through a wide variety of corporate and clinical internships. In addition, the program prepares students for more advanced study in exercise science.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. An undergraduate degree in physical education, exercise science, or an equivalent area with a minimum GPA of 3.0
    2. Students without an undergraduate degree in one of the above areas must satisfy the following:
      1. An undergraduate degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0
      2. Make up deficiencies as specified by the department, with approval of the graduate exercise science advisor
      3. An interview may be required

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline July 15
    Spring Deadline December 15
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 79
    IELTS 6
    PTE 53
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Anoop Balachandran

    anoop.thozhuthungalba@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Science in Nutrition & Exercise Science

    The Master of Science Program in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences offers students the opportunity for advanced study in three areas of specialization including nutrition, exercise science, or nutrition and exercise sciences. To be eligible for admissions to the MS Nutrition and Exercise Sciences, applicants must have a strong academic background in chemistry, biology, and nutrition and exercise sciences. Without this background, individuals will need to major at the undergraduate level in nutrition and exercise sciences before applying to the graduate program. Those who have completed an undergraduate major in chemistry, biology nutrition, or exercise science may be considered for entry with completion of course deficiencies. The entrance to the field of nutrition and exercise sciences is achieved through completion of the BS Nutrition and Exercise Sciences. The graduate program is intended for those individuals who are seeking advanced study in the discipline.

    The MS degree program with specialization in nutrition and exercise sciences provides for advanced study in the combined disciplines of nutrition and exercise science. The program offers opportunity for in-depth study through didactic learning, hands-on field experience, and the development and completion of individual research projects. The program will develop highly competent professionals in the field of nutrition and exercise sciences who will be prepared to provide the general public with legitimate, prudent, and effective ways to improve health, wellness, and fitness in the global marketplace.

    Students are prepared to direct and administer programs in nutrition, cardiovascular fitness and wellness in a wide variety of corporate, hospital, community, sports medicine, physical and cardiac rehabilitation centers, and other clinical and preventive health agencies. In addition, the program will prepare students to enter doctoral programs in nutrition and exercise sciences, and conduct research that will contribute to the body of knowledge in this new and growing discipline.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. An undergraduate degree in nutrition and exercise sciences or an equivalent area with a minimum GPA of 3.0
    2. Students without an undergraduate degree in one of the above areas must satisfy the following:
      1.  An undergraduate degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0
      2. A course in anatomy and physiology (BIOL 043 or the equivalent)
      3. Two courses in nutrition (FNES 263 and 264 or the equivalent)
      4. A course in exercise physiology (FNES 342 or the equivalent)
      5. Approval of the graduate nutrition and exercise sciences advisor
      6. An interview may be required

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

     

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline July 15
    Spring Deadline December 15
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 79
    IELTS 6
    PTE 53
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Anoop Balachandran

    anoop.thozhuthungalba@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Science in Nutrition Specialist

    The Master of Science Program in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences offers students the opportunity for advanced study in three areas of specialization including nutrition, exercise science, or nutrition and exercise sciences. To be eligible for admissions to the MS Nutrition and Exercise Sciences, applicants must have a strong academic background in chemistry, biology, and nutrition and exercise sciences. Without this background, individuals will need to major at the undergraduate level in nutrition and exercise sciences before applying to the graduate program. Those who have completed an undergraduate major in chemistry, biology nutrition, or exercise science may be considered for entry with completion of course deficiencies. The entrance to the field of nutrition and exercise sciences is achieved through completion of the BS Nutrition and Exercise Sciences. The graduate program is intended for those individuals who are seeking advanced study in the discipline.

    The MS degree program with specialization in nutrition offers a sequence of courses that enhance the clinical background of dietitians and nutritionists who work with clients in hospitals, nursing homes, outpatient clinics, community programs, schools, wellness programs, and governmental and privately funded programs. The program offers opportunities for in-depth study through didactic learning, hands-on clinical and field experience, and the development and completion of individual research projects.

    Students are prepared for careers in nutrition in a wide variety of corporate, hospital, media, and community centers, as well as in other clinical and public health agencies. In addition, the program will prepare students for more advanced study in nutrition.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. An undergraduate degree in nutrition or dietetics (and verification of equivalent program) with a minimum GPA of 3.0
    2. An interview may be required

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline July 15
    Spring Deadline December 15
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Ashima Kant

    Ashima.Kant@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Science in Optics and Photonics Technology

    The program leading to Master of Science degree in Optics and Photonics Technology is an innovative program developed for designation as a professional science master’s program. Its thrust is to prepare students for immediate employment in the optics, photonics and semiconductor industries. This program emphasizes hands-on experience in laboratories enhanced by Industrial internships and combines the rigorous studies of fundamental modern physics with developing critical communication skills and strategic business learning.

    Members of the department are engaged in experimental and theoretical research in such fields as light propagation, localization and emission in photonic periodic, quasiperiodic and disordered materials, including random lasers; , optical microresonators and their applications in sensing, optical logic elements, and new types of lasers, optics and magneto-optics of semiconductor nanostructures such as quantum dots, quantum wires and quantum wells; photonic nanostructures for biosensing and solar cell applications; application of methods of condensed matter physics to biophysical problems, and nanoelectromechanical systems.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. All candidates must have the Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts degrees in physics or their equivalents. Consideration for admission will also be given to individuals with bachelor’s degrees in mathematics, chemistry, electrical engineering, material science, or computer science at the discretion of the Admission Committee
    2. All candidates must provide at least two letters of recommendation attesting to their academic abilities, motivation and work ethics

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline April 15
    Spring Deadline Fall Only
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay None
    TOEFL (IBT) 61
    IELTS 5
    PTE 44
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Lev Deych

    lev.deych@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Arts in Physics

    The Physics Department offers a master’s-level program of study leading to the Master of Arts degree in physics. The traditional master’s-level program covers a full spectrum of courses in theoretical and experimental physics and is designed to serve students interested in teaching physics at the high school level, those who intend to fill gaps in their undergraduate education before applying to a doctoral program in physics as well as students interested in other career opportunities such as technical writing, finance, patent law, etc.

    Members of the department are engaged in experimental and theoretical research in such fields as light propagation, localization and emission in photonic periodic, quasiperiodic and disordered materials, including random lasers; , optical microresonators and their applications in sensing, optical logic elements, and new types of lasers, optics and magneto-optics of semiconductor nanostructures such as quantum dots, quantum wires and quantum wells; photonic nanostructures for biosensing and solar cell applications; application of methods of condensed matter physics to biophysical problems, and nanoelectromechanical systems.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. Candidate must have a minimum of 16 credits in physics beyond the introductory college course and six credits in mathematics beyond elementary calculus
    2. Letters of recommendation must be written by individuals who are qualified to attest to the applicant’s character and capacity to do graduate work in physics

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

     

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline April 15
    Spring Deadline November 1
    Extended Deadline December 1
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 61
    IELTS 5
    PTE 44
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Lev Deych

    lev.deych@qc.cuny.edu

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    Initial Advanced Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis

    This certificate program focuses on using the science of human behavior to make socially significant improvements in the lives of individuals, groups, and organizations. The program prepares you to sit for the National Board-Certified Behavior Analysis (BCBA) Examination and to apply for NYS licensure in behavior analysis. 

    • Our alumni become directors, consultants, or managers at special-needs schools, residential facilities, and human-service agencies. 

    Home to the first Applied Behavior Analysis program in the tri-state area, Queens College is a leader in the instruction of applied behavior analysis (ABA). Our experienced faculty provide experience opportunities on campus, and are also connected to schools and agencies, providing you with professional opportunities and experiences. 

    Why pursue an ABA Certificate at Queens College? 

    • All classes run in the evening, so your studies will fit into a busy schedule 
    • Get hands-on experience and university credit working with Queens College’s SIBS Club, the only program in New York City designed especially for siblings of children with autism 
    • Learn to design supports for neurodivergent CUNY students through Project REACH. 
    • Take advantage of paid fellowship opportunities to learn how to practice applied behavior analysis and receive supervision. 

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Applicants for admission must possess an MS or MA degree with an earned grade-point average of at least 3.0 (B). Maintenance of a GPA of at least 3.0 through the entire program is required. Additionally, applicants will be required to have some background in psychology (i.e., courses in learning, advanced experimental psychology, developmental disabilities, behavior analysis, etc.). Background in special education and/or field-based experience in behavior analysis are an added strength. 
      2. Transfer credits from other programs will not be applied to the completion of this program 

     

     

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline May 1
    Spring Deadline Fall Only
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric No

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Sally Izquierdo

    sally.izquierdo@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Arts in Applied Behavior Analysis

    The Psychology Department has a course of study leading to the Master of Arts degree at Queens College. The goals of the Master’s Program in Applied Behavior Analysis are to provide students with training: 

    • to work in a variety of fields with a variety of populations in need of behaviorally based interventions 
    • that meets the educational competence requirements necessary to pursue professional certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BCBA) and NYS licensure in behavior analysis.  
    • that helps students contribute to and advance the field through conduct and participation in research as well as presentations. 
    • that supports the possibility of continuing their education at the doctoral level. 

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Fifteen credits in undergraduate psychology are considered the minimum requirement for admission to the MA program, which should include an undergraduate laboratory course in experimental psychology and a course in psychological statistical methods or their equivalents. A student who has not had at least a one-semester laboratory course in experimental psychology and a one-semester course in statistical methods or their equivalents, but whose record of achievement is otherwise high, will be asked to make up the deficiency through taking a comparable course without credit in an undergraduate college 
      2. A minimum grade average index of B (3.0) in undergraduate courses. 
      3. A minimum grade average index of B (3.0) or the equivalent in the undergraduate field of concentration or, with permission of the department, in related fields. 
      4. Three letters of recommendation, at least two of which should be from instructors who are able to attest to the applicant’s capacity to complete successfully a program of graduate studies. 
      5. In some cases, a personal interview with the Graduate Advisor or with some other members of the department may be required. 

    Note that possession of the requirements listed above does not automatically insure admission to the programs. Each record, including grades, letters of recommendation, Graduate Record Examination scores, and information from present and former instructors and employers, will be carefully examined by a Graduate Committee on Admissions. Specific requirements may be waived by the Graduate Committee on Admissions for students of special promise. 

     

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline March 1
    Spring Deadline Fall Only
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric No

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Sally Izquierdo

    sally.izquierdo@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Arts in Behavioral Neuroscience

    Recent technologies such as brain imaging are providing new insights into the mechanisms of behavior. With a Queens College master’s degree in this specialized field of psychology and biology, you’ll gain the knowledge base and research experience that’s in demand for jobs in industry and academia. You’ll also be prepared to go on for further study in highly competitive doctoral programs.

    • Your master’s thesis will comprise your original research, so you’ll be well-qualified as a researcher when it’s time to go on the job market
    • All faculty members have a specialized area of research, and are making exciting advances in the field

    As a graduate student, you’ll work side by side with Queens College faculty, making valuable discoveries in behavioral neuroscience. Our faculty’s areas of interest include adult neurogenesis, sensory motor integration, cognitive neuroscience, emotion, addiction, cognitive factors of aging, visual perception, and the mechanisms of ADHD.

    Why pursue Behavioral Neuroscience at Queens College?

    • Gain high-quality research experience that will prepare you for a career while training you to be an experimental psychologist who can analyze and solve problems
    • Present your research at international conferences and contribute to new publications
    • Become credentialed in a first-rate, affordable program, one of the few of its kind in the tri-state area

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. Fifteen credits in undergraduate psychology is considered the minimum requirement for admission to the MA program, which should include an undergraduate laboratory course in experimental psychology and a course in psychological statistical methods or their equivalents. A student who has not had at least a one-semester laboratory course in experimental psychology and a one-semester course in statistical methods or their equivalents, but whose record of achievement is otherwise high, will be asked to make up the deficiency through taking a comparable course without credit in an undergraduate college
    2. A minimum grade average index of B (3.0) in undergraduate courses
    3. A minimum grade average index of B (3.0) or the equivalent in the undergraduate field of concentration or, with permission of the department, in related fields
    4. Two letters of recommendation
    5. In some cases, a personal interview with the Graduate Advisor or with some other members of the department may be required

    Note that possession of the requirements listed above does not automatically insure admission to the programs. Each record, including grades, letters of recommendation, Graduate Record Examination scores, and information from present and former instructors and employers, will be carefully examined by a Graduate Committee on Admissions. Specific requirements may be waived by the Graduate Committee on Admissions for students of special promise.

     

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline April 1
    Spring Deadline Fall Only
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric No

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Kerstin Unger

    Kerstin.Unger@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Arts in Psychology

    The Psychology Department has a course of study leading to the Master of Arts degree at Queens College. This program is intended for students who:

    • want to explore their interests further or expand their backgrounds in psychology
    • want to learn more about the area of mental health (but without seeking the field placements and special coursework offered in the Clinical Behavioral Applications program); and/or
    • see themselves en-route to doctoral study, with the goal of pursuing a career as independent researchers, particularly in the areas of neuropsychology, learning processes, or experimental psychology

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. Fifteen credits in undergraduate psychology is considered the minimum requirement for admission to the MA program, which should include an undergraduate laboratory course in experimental psychology and a course in psychological statistical methods or their equivalents. A student who has not had at least a one-semester laboratory course in experimental psychology and a one-semester course in statistical methods or their equivalents, but whose record of achievement is otherwise high, will be asked to make up the deficiency through taking a comparable course without credit in an undergraduate college
    2. A minimum grade average index of B (3.0) in undergraduate courses
    3. A minimum grade average index of B (3.0) or the equivalent in the undergraduate field of concentration or, with permission of the department, in related fields
    4. Three letters of recommendation, at least two of which should be from instructors who are in a position to attest to the applicant’s capacity to complete successfully a program of graduate studies
    5. In some cases, a personal interview with the Graduate Advisor or with some other members of the Department may be required

    Note that possession of the requirements listed above does not automatically insure admission to the programs. Each record, including grades, letters of recommendation, and information from present and former instructors and employers, will be carefully examined by a Graduate Committee on Admissions. Specific requirements may be waived by the Graduate Committee on Admissions for students of special promise.

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

     

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline April 1
    Spring Deadline November 1
    Extended Deadline December 15
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Concettina Pagano

    concettina.pagano@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Science in Actuarial Risk Management

    Leverage your interest in finance with a master’s degree in Risk Management, a field with rapidly growing career possibilities on Wall Street and across every sector.

    • Study in a top program that’s affordable—and in close proximity to the world’s capital markets
    • Our graduates go on to careers in major financial institutions as well as industry, government, consulting, assurance, and audit and actuarial services

    Risk management isn’t just about buying derivatives—it’s a field that is increasingly vital for any business that hopes to control exposure and make strategic decisions about what risks to assume. At Queens College, our job placement rate is exemplary, with virtually all our graduates working in risk management or related fields.

    Why pursue Risk Management at Queens College?

    • Our faculty are practitioners and thought leaders
    • Classes meet in the evening, so you can complete your master’s degree without putting your career on hold
    • Choose from three areas of concentration: Finance, Accounting, or Dynamic Financial Analysis
    • Take advantage of networking opportunities, enrichment programs, leading-edge software, and a dedicated career counselor

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. An undergraduate bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
    2. All students should have earned a minimum GPA of at least 3.0 in their undergraduate program in order to apply
    3. All students must submit a copy of their resume with their application
    4. An interview may be required
    5. Although students with any undergraduate background may apply, students with a finance, accounting or computer science background will be able to complete the program faster. Students with other backgrounds such as mathematics, economics, or computer science, or other majors may need to complete additional graduate foundation courses

    The faculty advisory committee and the program director will make admissions decisions. The admissions process is competitive and meeting the minimum standards does not guarantee acceptance.

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

     

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline May 1
    Spring Deadline October 30
    Extended Deadline December 1
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 80
    IELTS 6
    PTE 53
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Cara Marshall

    cara.marshall@qc.cuny.edu

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    Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Risk Management

    Leverage your interest in finance with a Master’s degree or a 12-credit Advanced Certificate, in Risk Management, a field with rapidly growing career possibilities on Wall Street and across every sector.

    • Study in a top program that’s affordable—and in close proximity to the world’s capital markets
    • Our graduates go on to careers in major financial institutions as well as industry, government, consulting, assurance, and audit and actuarial services

    Risk management isn’t just about insurance and derivatives—it’s a field that is increasingly vital for any business that hopes to control exposure and make strategic decisions about what risks to assume. At Queens College, our job placement rate is exemplary, with virtually all our graduates working in risk management or related fields.

    Why pursue Risk Management at Queens College?

    • Our faculty are practitioners and thought leaders.
    • Classes meet in the evening, so you can complete your master’s degree without putting your career on hold.
    • Choose from three areas of concentration: Finance, Accounting, or Dynamic Financial Analysis
    • As an alternative to the 30-credit M.S., you can earn a 12-credit Advanced Certificate in Risk Management which gives you exposure to the growing area of Risk Management.
    • Take advantage of networking opportunities, enrichment programs, leading-edge software, and a dedicated career counselor.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline May 1
    Spring Deadline October 30
    Extended Deadline December 1
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 80
    IELTS 6
    PTE 53
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    *PRIORITY DEADLINE APRIL 1*

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Cara Marshall

    cara.marshall@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Science in Risk Management, Accounting Concentration

    Leverage your interest in finance with a master’s degree in Risk Management, a field with rapidly growing career possibilities on Wall Street and across every sector.

    • Study in a top program that’s affordable—and in close proximity to the world’s capital markets
    • Our graduates go on to careers in major financial institutions as well as industry, government, consulting, assurance, and audit and actuarial services

    Risk management isn’t just about buying derivatives—it’s a field that is increasingly vital for any business that hopes to control exposure and make strategic decisions about what risks to assume. At Queens College, our job placement rate is exemplary, with virtually all our graduates working in risk management or related fields.

    Why pursue Risk Management at Queens College?

    • Our faculty are practitioners and thought leaders
    • Classes meet in the evening, so you can complete your master’s degree without putting your career on hold
    • Choose from three areas of concentration: Finance, Accounting, or Dynamic Financial Analysis
    • Take advantage of networking opportunities, enrichment programs, leading-edge software, and a dedicated career counselor

    Accounting/CPA Concentration

    The concentration is designed to give students a solid risk management foundation, including basic risk management skills in finance, math, risk transfer markets, and modeling plus training in enterprise risk management. The five graduate-level accounting electives will further enhance the student’s accounting expertise as it relates to tax, audit, communications, and business law. The curriculum satisfies New York state’s 150-hour education requirement for the CPA and provides students with a differentiated skill set to complement their core professional skills.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. An undergraduate bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
    2. All students should have earned a minimum GPA of at least 3.0 in their undergraduate program in order to apply
    3. All students must submit a copy of their resume with their application
    4. An interview may be required
    5. Although students with any undergraduate background may apply, students with a finance or accounting background will be able to complete the program faster. Students with other backgrounds such as mathematics, economics, or computer science, or other majors may need to complete additional graduate foundation courses

    Students with a minimum 3.0 GPA in an undergraduate major in accounting or any of the BBA majors at Queens College may apply for, and on acceptance, complete the Accounting/CPA concentration in 30 credits. Students without an accounting background wishing to enter the Accounting/CPA concentration will need to complete additional graduate foundation coursework.

    The faculty advisory committee and the program director will make admissions decisions. The admissions process is competitive and meeting the minimum standards does not guarantee acceptance.

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline May 1
    Spring Deadline October 30
    Extended Deadline December 1
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 80
    IELTS 6
    PTE 53
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    *PRIORITY DEADLINE APRIL 1*

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Cara Marshall

    cara.marshall@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Science in Risk Management, Finance Concentration

    Leverage your interest in finance with a master’s degree in Risk Management, a field with rapidly growing career possibilities on Wall Street and across every sector.

    • Study in a top program that’s affordable—and in close proximity to the world’s capital markets
    • Our graduates go on to careers in major financial institutions as well as industry, government, consulting, assurance, and audit and actuarial services

    Risk management isn’t just about buying derivatives—it’s a field that is increasingly vital for any business that hopes to control exposure and make strategic decisions about what risks to assume. At Queens College, our job placement rate is exemplary, with virtually all our graduates working in risk management or related fields.

    Why pursue Risk Management at Queens College?

    • Our faculty are practitioners and thought leaders
    • Classes meet in the evening, so you can complete your master’s degree without putting your career on hold
    • Choose from three areas of concentration: Finance, Accounting, or Dynamic Financial Analysis
    • Take advantage of networking opportunities, enrichment programs, leading-edge software, and a dedicated career counselor

    Finance/CFA Concentration

    The concentration is designed to give students a solid risk management foundation, including basic risk management skills in math, risk transfer markets, and modeling, plus training in enterprise risk management. The five graduate-level finance electives will further enhance the student’s financial analysis, accounting, portfolio management, and financial modeling expertise in the area of econometrics. The curriculum covers a vast majority of the CFA Institute’s body of knowledge and should help students be well prepared to study for and pass the three exams required for the CFA Charterholder professional designation. The curriculum also covers a vast majority of the Society of Actuaries and Casualty Actuarial Society’s body of knowledge and should help students be well prepared to study for and pass the many exams required for associate or full fellowship in these two societies.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. An undergraduate bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
    2. All students should have earned a minimum GPA of at least 3.0 in their undergraduate program in order to apply
    3. All students must submit a copy of their resume with their application
    4. An interview may be required

    Although students with any undergraduate background may apply, students with a finance or accounting background will be able to complete the program faster. Accounting majors or students graduating in any of the majors leading to the Bachelor of Business Administration at Queens College with a GPA of 3.0 or above may apply for, and on acceptance, complete the Finance/CFA concentration in 30 credits. Students with other backgrounds such as mathematics, economics, or computer science, or other majors may need to complete additional graduate foundation courses.

    The faculty advisory committee and the program director will make admissions decisions. The admissions process is competitive and meeting the minimum standards does not guarantee acceptance.

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline May 1
    Spring Deadline October 30
    Extended Deadline December 1
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 80
    IELTS 6
    PTE 53
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    *PRIORITY DEADLINE APRIL 1*

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Cara Marshall

    cara.marshall@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Arts in Spanish

    The Department of Hispanic Languages and Literatures is committed to serving the large, culturally diverse community of Queens and surrounding areas by promoting critical thinking and disseminating knowledge of the Hispanic cultural and literary heritage.

    Diversity in Queens refers to ethnic, cultural, and geographical origins. The department recognizes the varied academic traditions that such diversity implies. Our focus, therefore, is on building a foundation to bridge the students’ cultural differences, in order to ensure their continued academic and career development.

    With these goals in mind, the department has established a Master of Arts program and a Master of Science in Secondary Education program that serve a large group of students who are educators, as well as a number of students who will continue their graduate studies at the doctoral level. More specifically, the Master of Arts degree in Spanish leads to teaching careers in secondary education and college, and to admission to doctoral programs in Spanish or comparative literature. Courses cover numerous aspects of Spanish and Latin American literature viewed through various methods of literary criticism.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. Undergraduate degree with strong component in Spanish (21 credits beyond the second-year of language), including the equivalent of SPAN 240, 250, 260, 280, 290, 310, or 312 and a 300-level elective course
    2. The credentials of each applicant are to be examined by a departmental committee which shall have the authority to accept or reject the candidate. This committee may request an interview with a candidate for admission if necessary

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline April 1
    Spring Deadline November 1
    Extended Deadline December 15
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 61
    IELTS 5
    PTE 44
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Prof. Juan Caamano

    Juan.Caamano@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology

    The Linguistic and Communication Disorders department’s program in speech-language pathology is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). The program provides the academic and practicum requirements for clinical certification by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and for professional licensure by the New York State Department of Education. It also provides the necessary academic and pedagogical preparation for certification by New York State as a Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities—SED Program (IRP) Code: 02710.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. A GPA of B (3.0) or better
    2. Applicant must satisfy minimum requirements for admission as well as those required by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association for admission to graduate study in Speech-Language Pathology. Applicants must have at least 3 semester credit hours in the biological sciences, 3 semester credit hours in the physical sciences, 3 semester credit hours in statistics and 6 semester credit hours in the behavioral or social sciences
      They also must have completed the following courses with at least 3 semester credit hours in each:
      • Child Development
      • Phonetics
      • Anatomy & Physiology of Speech and Language
      • Speech and Hearing Sciences
      • Language Acquisition
      • Audiology
      • Two courses in communication disorders in children and adults
      • One course in linguistics/ language (e.g., syntax, psycholinguistics, school age
      language, bilingualism, introduction to language)
      *Each applicant must complete a prerequisite worksheet and include it with their application
    3. Three letters of recommendation, at least two of which come from faculty members. An interview may be required
    4. Results of the Graduate Record Examination
    5. Proof of proficiency in the English language is required of all applicants whose first language is not English, and who were educated in a country where English is not the official language. Applicants must receive a score of at least 114 on the internet-based TOEFL, or equivalent
    6. A personal essay

    The credentials of each applicant will be examined by the Graduate Admissions Committee, which may accept, accept with conditions, or reject candidates. The number of applicants approved for matriculation is limited by the training facilities available; therefore, applicants who otherwise meet minimum requirements for matriculation may not necessarily be admitted.

    The application deadline is February 1 for the year in which the prospective candidates apply. Because only a limited number of candidates are admitted each year, the process is competitive. Permission of the program director is required for enrollment in any of the courses in the program.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline February 1
    Spring Deadline Fall Only
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 114
    IELTS 8
    PTE 79
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Matrix Form Yes
    Accepts Non-Matric No

    Academic Advisor

    Prof. Salvatore Brienza

    salvatore.brienza@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Arts in Urban Affairs

    The MA program in Urban Affairs is designed to prepare the student for professional work and career advancement in the areas of urban and public administration, social policy, and community organization and development. Graduates of the program work in government agencies, community-based and nonprofit organizations, health care and education institutions, and enterprises such as real estate firms concerned with urban issues. Studying with faculty who have extensive knowledge and experience in contemporary urban affairs, students gain training and expertise in the design and administration of programs addressing issues of social and urban policy.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. Applicants must demonstrate aptitude for completing a graduate program in urban affairs either through previous academic performance or through performance in relevant life situations. Applicants’ experience in urban policy or administration or in community service jobs or activities will be evaluated along with the academic record in the admissions decision.

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline August 15
    Spring Deadline January 15
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 79
    IELTS 6
    PTE 53
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Alan Takeall

    alan.takeall@qc.cuny.edu

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    Education Programs

    Master of Arts in Teaching in Visual Art Education (K-12)

    Responsible preparation for work in secondary school and community settings requires that in addition to meeting the academic standards established by each program, candidates demonstrate appropriate personal characteristics, which would include professional judgment, ethical conduct, and academic integrity. In addition, candidates are expected to demonstrate sensitivity to secondary student issues and effective management of personal stress or adjustment difficulties.

    The goal of the MAT degree program is to:

    • fulfill Initial Certification requirements in a content area
    • fulfill MAT degree requirements
    • fulfill Professional Certification requirements in a content or related area

    The MAT degree in Secondary Education consists of existing courses in State-certified Post-Baccalaureate and MSEd programs in Secondary Education. The MAT program will consist of the existing 24 credits plus 6 credits in advanced pedagogy and 9-12 credits in content courses. Upon completion of the 24 credits in the Post-Baccalaureate program, students are eligible for initial Professional Certification in the content area. Upon completion of the remaining 15-18 credits for the MAT degree, students are eligible for Professional Certification in the content or related area.

    The MAT programs are comprised of two areas: 1) the Core Courses that lead to Initial Certification in the content area, and 2) the modules. Modules can either be Content Specialization Courses or Extension Specialization Courses that provide the opportunity for a second area of certification (Special Education, Bilingual Education, or Literacy).

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. An undergraduate Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university
    2. All students should have earned an overall GPA of at least 3.0 in their undergraduate program. Additionally, accounting majors must have a GPA of at least 3.0 in their undergraduate accounting courses. For those students with an undergraduate degree in other than accounting, a GPA of at least 3.0 in their major subject is required

    Students who do not have an undergraduate degree in accounting are required to complete a number of required graduate core coursework at the discretion of the Graduate Program Director. The number of required graduate core courses may be reduced for previously completed equivalent undergraduate coursework.

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline July 15
    Spring Deadline December 15
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Meredith Katz

    meredith.katz@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Science in Education in Art Education (K-12)

    Students enrolling in Master of Science in Secondary Education programs will be assigned an advisor in the area of certification who will meet with and review the student’s background. Together, they will plan an appropriate program of graduate courses. This approved program is to be filed with the department during the first semester of attendance. The student may not depart from this approved program without permission of the advisor. Each academic area has its own course requirements. In general, students take about half of their program in the appropriate academic departments and half in education.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. The Master of Science in Education (MSED) Program is for students who already hold an initial certificate in a teaching discipline and who wish to pursue advanced studies in education. Graduates from this program gain an advanced certification and a MSED degree
    2. Please include a URL address for an online portfolio (a personal website or Instagram page) of 15 – 20 images of creative work produced in the last 3 years. In the online application in the Personal Data section under Contact Information you will be asked to enter a “Portfolio URL” – include a link to your online portfolio there
    3. Applicants must have 30 credit hours in Studio Art as per state certification requirements before being accepted into the program

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline July 15
    Spring Deadline December 15
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Meredith Katz

    meredith.katz@qc.cuny.edu

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    Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Art Education (K-12)

    For students who decide late in their undergraduate careers or after they graduate to pursue certification as teachers, the department offers a sequence of courses, consisting of 21 credits, which leads to an Initial Certificate. This sequence provides an integrated program that includes the coursework and field experience necessary to meet state requirements for initial certification in adolescent education in a specific academic subject area.

    Upon completing the Initial Certificate program, students will be recommended for initial certification provided they have also completed the required 36 credits in their major and met all other state requirements for initial certification. The program enables students to begin teaching and gain the experience necessary for professional certification while they complete the coursework required for the master’s degree.

    Students who earn the Initial Certificate will automatically become eligible for matriculation in the Master of Science in Education program in their major area.
    Students who complete the course and credit requirements for the master’s program in their respective areas will have met the educational requirements for both professional certification and the degree of Master of Science in Education.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. Please include a URL address for an online portfolio (a personal website or Instagram page) of 15 – 20 images of creative work produced in the last 3 years. In the online application in the Personal Data section under Contact Information you will be asked to enter a “Portfolio URL” – include a link to your online portfolio there
    2. Applicants must have 30 credit hours in Studio Art as per state certification requirements before being accepted into the program

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline July 15
    Spring Deadline December 15
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Meredith Katz

    meredith.katz@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Science in Education in Math and Bilingual Education (7-12)

    The MSED program is designed for students who have attained an initial certification in mathematics (grades 7-12) and are themselves proficient in a Language Other Than English (LOTE) who wish to gain professional certification as mathematics teachers as well as a bilingual extension.

    The program provides coursework in education, mathematics education and bilingual education as well as guided field experiences to prepare these teachers for the special challenges of teaching mathematics to English language learners who are bilingual in mainstream as well as bilingual classrooms. The 30-credit course of study required leads to professional certification in mathematics (grade 7-12) as well as the New York State Bilingual Extension (7-12). A total of 50 hours of fieldwork experience is required.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. The Master of Science in Education (MSEd) Program is for students who already hold an initial certification in a teaching discipline and who wish to pursue advanced studies in education. Graduates from this program gain an advanced certification and a MSEd degree
    2. A bachelor’s degree in mathematics and mathematics education from an accredited college or university
    3. At least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average in mathematics and secondary education courses
    4. New York State Initial Certification in mathematics at a secondary level (7-12)
    5. Bilingual proficiency: Applications must demonstrate satisfactory proficiency in a language other than English (LOTE) that they are seeking the extension

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline July 15
    Spring Deadline December 15
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric No

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Theresa Gurl

    theresa.gurl@qc.cuny.edu

    Dr. Alice Artzt

    alice.artzt@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Science in Education in Science and Bilingual Extension (7-12)

    The MSED program is designed for students who have attained an initial certification in Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, or Physics (grades 7-12) and are themselves proficient in a Language Other Than English (LOTE) who wish to gain professional certification as secondary science teacher as well as a bilingual extension.

    The program provides coursework in education, science education and bilingual education as well as guided field experiences to prepare these teachers for the special challenges of teaching science to English language learners who are bilingual in mainstream as well as bilingual classrooms. The 33-credit course of study required leads to professional certification in either Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, or Physics (grade 7-12) as well as the New York State Bilingual Extension (7-12). A total of 50 hours of fieldwork experience is required.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. The Master of Science in Education (MSEd) Program is for students who already hold an initial certification in a secondary science teaching discipline and who wish to pursue advanced studies in education. Graduates from this program gain an advanced certification and a MSEd degree
    2. A bachelor’s degree in science and science education from an accredited college or university
    3. At least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average in science and secondary education courses
    4. New York State Initial Certification in science discipline at a secondary level (7-12)
    5. Bilingual proficiency: Applications must demonstrate satisfactory proficiency in a language other than English (LOTE) that they are seeking the extension

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline July 15
    Spring Deadline December 15
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric No

    Academic Advisor

    Stephan Farenga
    stephen.farenga@qc.cuny.edu

    Yu Ren Dong
    yu.dong@qc.cuny.edu

    Salvatore Garofalo
    salvatore.garofalo@qc.cuny.edu

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    Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Bilingual Education

    This program provides school teachers already certified in their respective disciplines with a 15-credits sequence of courses that leads to the NYS Bilingual Education Extension and a Queens College Advanced Certificate Program. The bilingual education extension qualifies the candidates for positions as bilingual school teachers to work in the schools of the State of New York.

    Courses for this program are offered through classroom instruction, and are being offered online.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. Hold a current NYS Teacher Certificate
    2. Be proficient in a language other than English. This proficiency must be in the language in which they are seeking the Bilingual Extension
    3. An interview may be required

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline May 20
    Spring Deadline December 1
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 0
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Marcela OssaParra

    marcela.ossaparra@qc.cuny.edu

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    Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Bilingual Education Extension (7-12)

    This program provides a 15-credit course of study with guided field experiences to prepare certified teachers for working with bilingual English language learners as well as native English speaking learners who are bilinguals in both mainstream subject matter and bilingual classrooms.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. New York State Initial Certificate in a secondary level (7-12) subject matter area, such as mathematics, science, social studies, etc. Teachers certified in ESL or in Foreign Languages are not eligible to apply for this program
    2. Bilingual proficiency, including language proficiency in which they are seeking the
      extension, such as Arabic, Bengali, Chinese, French, Haitian Creole, Korean, Spanish, or Urdu, etc. Acceptable evidence of bilingual proficiency includes one of the following:
      1. Undergraduate or graduate transcript to show sufficient and satisfactory coursework with a GPA of 3.0 or above in that language that they are seeking an extension
      2. Diploma or transcript of years of secondary education in a country that the language was used for academic studies
      3. A passing score on the NYSTCE Bilingual Education Assessment (BEA) test. (NYS website: http://www.nystce.nesinc.com/NY_viewSG_opener.asp)

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline July 15
    Spring Deadline December 15
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay 250 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Marcela OssaParra

    marcela.ossaparra@qc.cuny.edu

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    Post-Master’s Advanced Certificate in Bilingual Pupil Personnel (Bilingual Extension)

    The Department of Educational and Community Programs provides a sequence of courses for practicing school counselors, school social workers, and school psychologists who are seeking a bilingual extension. The program is available for school counselors with provisional and permanent certification, but it is not available for school counselors with an initial/professional certification.  The 15-credit sequence of courses is approved by the New York State Education Department and includes a field component. The purpose of the sequence is to prepare school counselors, school psychologists, and social workers to provide bilingual educational, psychological, and mental health services to linguistically diverse students and parents in school settings. Graduate students completing the 15-credit sequence will be eligible for the New York State Education Department’s bilingual extension in their respective fields. 

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. A copy of a graduate transcript from the institution that granted the degree in the candidate’s respective discipline
    2. A copy of a valid New York State license or certificate in the candidate’s respective discipline
    3. A letter from the employer stating that the candidate is currently employed as a bilingual clinician and that the job responsibilities include providing educational, psychological, and mental health services to bilingual students and families in the candidate’s respective languages
    4. A copy of the New York State Bilingual Education Assessment examination scores
    5. Candidates will be invited in for an interview with the program coordinators.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline May 1
    Spring Deadline December 1
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 0
    Essay None
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric No

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Emilia Lopez

    emilia.lopez@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Arts in Teaching in Childhood Education (1-6)

    This 36-credit program is designed for students with undergraduate degrees in fields other than education who are interested in entering the teaching profession. The program stresses reflective teaching and the proactive role of the teacher in enhancing educational quality. The MAT 1-6 program offer students the opportunity to earn NYS initial certification. The program gives students progressive experience with pedagogy, curriculum, and assessment, with principles of field practice integrated into the coursework at each level. Students are required to take student teaching, with two placements as mandated by New York State. With faculty guidance, each student compiles a digital teaching portfolio that documents the development of reflective practice and self-assessment and highlights the connections between course and field experiences within the program.

    Courses are sequenced so that students begin in the Fall semester. Student teaching takes place during the second Fall semester for full-time students, and during the third Fall semester for part-time students. Student teaching placements are made by the EECE department in NYC DOE Queens schools and approved early childhood community-based programs. Full-time students complete the MAT at the end of the following Fall semester.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. Students who passed the Foreign Language NY State Regents should submit a copy of their high school transcript

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to ​the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline May 1
    Spring Deadline Fall Only
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 90
    IELTS 6.5
    PTE 61
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Mary Greiner

    mary.greiner@qc.cuny.edu

    Dr. Anastasiya Lipnevich

    anastasiya.lipnevich@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Arts in Teaching in Early Childhood Education (B-2)

    This 36-credit program is designed for students with undergraduate degrees in fields other than education who are interested in entering the teaching profession. The program stresses reflective teaching and the proactive role of the teacher in enhancing educational quality. The MAT B-2 program offer students the opportunity to earn NYS initial certification. The program gives students progressive experience with pedagogy, curriculum, and assessment, with principles of field practice integrated into the coursework at each level. Students are required to take student teaching, with two placements as mandated by New York State. With faculty guidance, each student compiles a digital teaching portfolio that documents the development of reflective practice and self-assessment and highlights the connections between course and field experiences within the program.

    Courses are sequenced so that students begin in the Fall semester. Student teaching takes place during the second Fall semester for full-time students, and during the third Fall semester for part-time students. Student teaching placements are made by the EECE department in NYC DOE Queens schools and approved early childhood community-based programs. Full-time students complete the MAT at the end of the following Fall semester.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. Students are required to hold a bachelor’s degree with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0, and to have taken a concentration of no fewer than 30 credits in one of the liberal arts or sciences subject areas during their undergraduate programs. Specializations such as business administration, advertising, sales management, accounting, design, and nursing do not usually meet these requirements
    2. Students also must have completed two sequential years of study in a foreign language
    3. Applicants are required to provide writing samples on site and may be asked to participate in focus groups
    4. Students who passed the Foreign Language NY State Regents should submit a copy of their high school transcript

    Note: Applicants may provide evidence of Advanced Placement credits or equivalent experiences to demonstrate compliance with any of the required New York State Learning Standards.

    Additional coursework in the liberal arts may be required to comply with NYS Learning Standards for Elementary School Teachers; students should check with the department at time of application. Students who lack some of these foundation courses but meet other admissions requirements may be admitted to the program. Applicants may enter the program only as matriculating students. Although many program courses are offered late afternoons and evenings, students must plan for one semester of daytime attendance for student teaching.

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline May 1
    Spring Deadline Fall Only
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 90
    IELTS 6.5
    PTE 61
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Dr. Michael Perrone

    michael.perrone@qc.cuny.edu

    Dr. Patricia Cooper

    patricia.cooper@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Arts in Teaching in Adolescent English (7-12)

    Responsible preparation for work in secondary school and community settings requires that in addition to meeting the academic standards established by each program, candidates demonstrate appropriate personal characteristics, which would include professional judgment, ethical conduct, and academic integrity. In addition, candidates are expected to demonstrate sensitivity to secondary student issues and effective management of personal stress or adjustment difficulties.

    The goal of the MAT degree program is to:

    • fulfill Initial Certification requirements in a content area
    • fulfill MAT degree requirements
    • fulfill Professional Certification requirements in a content or related area

    The MAT degree in Secondary Education consists of existing courses in State-certified Post-Baccalaureate and MSEd programs in Secondary Education. The MAT program will consist of the existing 24 credits plus 6 credits in advanced pedagogy and 9-12 credits in content courses. Upon completion of the 24 credits in the Post-Baccalaureate program, students are eligible for initial Professional Certification in the content area. Upon completion of the remaining 15-18 credits for the MAT degree, students are eligible for Professional Certification in the content or related area.

    The MAT programs are comprised of two areas: 1) the Core Courses that lead to Initial Certification in the content area, and 2) the modules. Modules can either be Content Specialization Courses or Extension Specialization Courses that provide the opportunity for a second area of certification (Special Education, Bilingual Education, or Literacy).

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. Have completed a bachelor’s degree with major in the area in which they wish to become certified
    2. Three letters recommendation are required. At least two must be academic references (such as former course instructors/professors)
    3. The 500 word essay should address the following
      1. Why you want to be a secondary English Language Arts teacher in an urban context
      2. Why the Queens College program you are applying to will be a good fit
      3. Describe any prior teaching and/or tutoring experience you have had

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for non-matriculation​.

    1. Students who wish to take English Education program courses as non-matriculated students must contact an English Education program advisor before submitting an application via the application system.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline July 15
    Spring Deadline December 15
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Wendy Tronrud

    wendy.tronrud@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Science in Education in English (7-12)

    Students enrolling in Master of Science in Secondary Education programs will be assigned an advisor in the area of certification who will meet with and review the student’s background. Together, they will plan an appropriate program of graduate courses. This approved program is to be filed with the department during the first semester of attendance. The student may not depart from this approved program without permission of the advisor. Each academic area has its own course requirements. In general, students take about half of their program in the appropriate academic departments and half in education.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. The Master of Science in Education (MSED) Program is for students who already hold an initial certificate in a teaching discipline and who wish to pursue advanced studies in education. Graduates from this program gain an advanced certification and a MSED degree
    2. Three letters recommendation are required. At least two must be academic references (such as former course instructors/professors)
    3. The 500 word essay should address the following:
      1. Why you want to be a secondary English Language Arts teacher in an urban context
      2. Why the Queens College program you are applying to will be a good fit
      3. Describe any prior teaching and/or tutoring experience you have had

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for non-matriculation​.

    1. Students who wish to take English Education program courses as non-matriculated students must contact an English Education program advisor before submitting an application via the application system

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline July 15
    Spring Deadline December 15
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Wendy Tronrud

    wendy.tronrud@qc.cuny.edu

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    Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in English (7-12)

    For students who decide late in their undergraduate careers or after they graduate to pursue certification as teachers, the department offers a sequence of courses, consisting of 21 credits, which leads to an Initial Certificate. This sequence provides an integrated program that includes the coursework and field experience necessary to meet state requirements for initial certification in adolescent education in a specific academic subject area.

    Upon completing the Initial Certificate program, students will be recommended for initial certification provided they have also completed the required 36 credits in their major and met all other state requirements for initial certification. The program enables students to begin teaching and gain the experience necessary for professional certification while they complete the coursework required for the master’s degree.

    Students who earn the Initial Certificate will automatically become eligible for matriculation in the Master of Science in Education program in their major area. Students who complete the course and credit requirements for the master’s program in their respective areas will have met the educational requirements for both professional certification and the degree of Master of Science in Education.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. Students must hold a bachelor’s degree with a major (or equivalent) in the subject area in which they wish to be certified. Students who were not subject area majors but have a minimum of 21 appropriate credits in the content area may be accepted but are required to complete at least 15 additional content area credits before they are recommended for initial certification. These 15 credits will be selected with the approval of the major advisor. Students who have more than 21 subject-area credits but fewer than 30–36 will be required to make up the corresponding number of missing credits. In all cases, the advisor will ensure that the distribution of the 36 subject-area credits is appropriate to the requirements of certification in the student’s major area
    2. Students are also required to have one year of college study, or its equivalent, in a language other than English
    3. Three letters recommendation are required. At least two must be academic references (such as former course instructors/professors)
    4. The 500 word essay should address the following:
      1. Why you want to be a secondary English Language Arts teacher in an urban context
      2. Why the Queens College program you are applying to will be a good fit
      3. Describe any prior teaching and/or tutoring experience you have had

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for non-matriculation​.

    1. Students who wish to take English Education program courses as non-matriculated students must contact an English Education program advisor before submitting an application via the application system

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline July 15
    Spring Deadline December 15
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 3
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Wendy Tronrud

    wendy.tronrud@qc.cuny.edu

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    Post-Master’s Advanced Certificate in Ethical and Equitable Practice

    FULLY ONLINE POST-MASTER’S ADVANCED CERTIFICATE PROGRAM IN ETHICAL AND EQUITABLE PRACTICE (15 credits)

    Five cutting-edge, fully online courses aimed at expanding experienced teachers’ knowledge of teaching literacy in their content areas, better supporting special education students, teaching diverse learners successfully, engaging more effectively in data-driven assessment and instruction, and employing current and innovative pedagogies in their classrooms.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. N.Y.S initial teaching certification

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline August 1
    Spring Deadline January 1
    Extended Deadline None
    Letters of Reference 1
    Essay None
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Jacqueline Darvin

    jacqueline.darvin@qc.cuny.edu

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    Master of Science in Education in Family & Consumer Science Teacher (K-12)

    The Family and Consumer Sciences Education (FCSE) Master’s program at Queens College prepares individuals for a New York Professional Certification in family and consumer sciences. The FCSE Master’s program is now being offered fully online to meet the diverse needs of today’s teachers. All online courses combine synchronous activities (real-time video conferencing) and asynchronous activities (communication occurring at different times) that provides students flexibility and convenience for an overall in-depth learning experience in FCSE. The FCSE program provides individuals with knowledge and skills in a variety of family and consumer science content areas as well as the professional education required to become competent and committed teachers of today’s students. Teaching FCS is a rewarding and challenging career.
    We accept both matriculated applicants (those looking to enroll in the entire Master’s program) and non-matriculated applicants.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

    1. An average of B (GPA of 3.0) or better in the undergraduate major
    2. Initial certificate in Family and Consumer Sciences

    Requirements for Non-Matriculation

    Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

    Admissions at a Glance

    Fall Deadline May 1
    Spring Deadline November 1
    Extended Deadline December 1
    Letters of Reference 2
    Essay 500 Words
    TOEFL (IBT) 100
    IELTS 7
    PTE 68
    GRE No
    GMAT No
    Accepts Non-Matric Yes

    Academic Advisor

    Prof. Fernanda Armoza

    Fernanda.armoza@qc.cuny.edu

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    Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Family and Consumer Science Teacher (K-12)

    The Family and Consumer Sciences Education (FCSE) program at Queens College prepares individuals to become New York-certified family and consumer sciences teachers. The FCSE program provides individuals with knowledge and skills in a variety of family and consumer sciences content areas, and also supplies the professional education required to become competent and committed teachers of today’s students. Teaching FCS is a rewarding and challenging career.

    Requirements for Matriculation

    These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline May 1
      Spring Deadline November 1
      Extended Deadline December 1
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      Prof. Jacqueline Barnaby

      Jacqueline.Barnaby@qc.cuny.edu

       

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      Master of Science in Education in Instructional Leadership

      MSEd in Instructional Leadership (Not leading to certification)
      The Master’s in Instructional Leadership (MSEd) is a 36 credit post-master’s level program (not leading to certification) whose purpose is to prepare teachers who want to assume more active roles in school reform and renewal as teacher leaders without permanently moving to administration. Their role is to work individually and collectively with the principals, Assistant principals, students and the school community to improve teaching and learning practices and the emotional well-being of students. Teacher leaders assume new roles such as: mentoring, coaching new teachers, running induction programs for new teachers, convening professional development for teachers, leading inquiry teams, developing curricula, advising on technology, assisting in evaluating teachers, assuming content chair position etc.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. All students must submit a copy of their resume with their application
      2. Interview may be required

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 1
      Spring Deadline Fall Only
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 1,000 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      Prof. Nathalis Wamba

      nathalis.wamba@qc.cuny.edu

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      Master of Arts in Teaching in Critical Language Education (7-12)

      The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Critical Languages Education in Arabic, Hindi, Korean, Chinese, Russian, Urdu, German, Greek, Hebrew, Japanese, & LOTE PRE K-6 Extension is a program of initial and professional certification combined into a 39-credit master’s program. It is designed for candidates who have a major in the language or a cohesive program of study in the language of certification. The MAT program consists of two phases: 24 credits for Initial Certification and 15 credits of curriculum and assessment courses leading to Professional Certification in the language. The Initial Certification segment can be completed in 3 semesters for candidates who begin studying in the spring semester. Candidates may register for the 15 credits in Language Education (SEYS) after completing the 24 credits for initial certification.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Candidates must have completed an undergraduate program in which they majored in the language of certification or have taken a minimum of 21 credits in college-level language courses, or they must have proof of testing and score at least Advanced Low on both the full telephonic Oral Proficiency Interview and Writing Proficiency Test (OPI and WPT) in the Critical Language(s). These scores are used in lieu of the content area language credits as per the NYSED website and ACTFL. http://www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert/actfl.html

      Requirements for Non-Matriculation

      Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Jennifer Eddy

      jennifer.eddy@qc.cuny.edu

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      Master of Arts in Teaching in French

      The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in French is a program of initial and professional certification combined into a 42-credit master’s program. It is designed for candidates who have a major in the language or a cohesive program of study in the language of certification. The MAT program consists of two phases: 24 credits for Initial Certification and 18 credits of Master’s level coursework: 9 credits of World Language Education and 9 credits in French leading to Professional Certification in the language. The Initial Certification segment can be completed in 3 semesters for candidates who begin studying in the spring semester. Candidates may register for the 18 credits in World Language Education (SEYS) and French after completing the 24 credits for initial certification.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      Requirements for Non-Matriculation

      Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Jennifer Eddy

      jennifer.eddy@qc.cuny.edu

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      Master of Arts in Teaching in Italian

      The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Italian is a program of initial and professional certification combined into a 42-credit master’s program. It is designed for candidates who have a major in the language or equivalent in the language of certification. Candidates take the OPI and WPT in Italian with scores at least advanced low on both prior to admission. The MAT program consists of two phases: 24 credits for Initial Certification and 18 credits of Master’s level coursework: 9 credits of World Language Education and 9 credits in Italian leading to Professional Certification in the language. The Initial Certification segment can be completed in 3 semesters for candidates who begin studying in the spring semester. Candidates may register for the 18 credits in World Language Education (SEYS) and Italian after completing the 24 credits for initial certification.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. An interview may be requested
      2. OPI and WPT scores at least advanced low in Italian

      Requirements for Non-Matriculation

      Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Jennifer Eddy

      jennifer.eddy@qc.cuny.edu

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      Master of Science in Education in French (7-12)

      Students enrolling in Master of Science in Secondary Education programs will be assigned an advisor in the area of certification who will meet with and review the student’s background. Together, they will plan an appropriate program of graduate courses. This approved program is to be filed with the department during the first semester of attendance. The student may not depart from this approved program without permission of the advisor. Each academic area has its own course requirements. In general, students take about half of their program in the appropriate academic departments and half in education.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. The Master of Science in Education (MSED) Program is for students who already hold an initial certificate in a teaching discipline and who wish to pursue advanced studies in education. Graduates from this program gain an advanced certification and a MSED degree

      Requirements for Non-Matriculation

      Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Jennifer Eddy

      jennifer.eddy@qc.cuny.edu

      View Department Website Apply Now! Request for Information
      Master of Science in Education in Italian (7-12)

      Students enrolling in Master of Science in Secondary Education programs will be assigned an advisor in the area of certification who will meet with and review the student’s background. Together, they will plan an appropriate program of graduate courses. This approved program is to be filed with the department during the first semester of attendance. The student may not depart from this approved program without permission of the advisor. Each academic area has its own course requirements. In general, students take about half of their program in the appropriate academic departments and half in education.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. The Master of Science in Education (MSED) Program is for students who already hold an initial certificate in a teaching discipline and who wish to pursue advanced studies in education. Graduates from this program gain an advanced certification and a MSED degree

      Requirements for Non-Matriculation

      Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Jennifer Eddy

      jennifer.eddy@qc.cuny.edu

      View Department Website Apply Now! Request for Information
      Master of Science in Education in Spanish (7-12)

      Students enrolling in Master of Science in Secondary Education programs will be assigned an advisor in the area of certification who will meet with and review the student’s background. Together, they will plan an appropriate program of graduate courses. This approved program is to be filed with the department during the first semester of attendance. The student may not depart from this approved program without permission of the advisor. Each academic area has its own course requirements. In general, students take about half of their program in the appropriate academic departments and half in education.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. The Master of Science in Education (MSED) Program is for students who already hold an initial certificate in a teaching discipline and who wish to pursue advanced studies in education. Graduates from this program gain an advanced certification and a MSED degree

      Requirements for Non-Matriculation

      Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Jennifer Eddy

      jennifer.eddy@qc.cuny.edu

      View Department Website Apply Now! Request for Information
      Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Chinese (7-12)

      For students who decide late in their undergraduate careers or after they graduate to pursue certification as teachers, the department offers a sequence of courses, consisting of 21 credits, which leads to an Initial Certificate. This sequence provides an integrated program that includes the coursework and field experience necessary to meet state requirements for initial certification in adolescent education in a specific academic subject area.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      Requirements for Non-Matriculation

      Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Jennifer Eddy

      jennifer.eddy@qc.cuny.edu

      View Department Website Apply Now! Request for Information
      Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Critical Language Education (7-12)

      The Critical Languages Education in Arabic, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Russian, & Urdu is a program of initial and professional certification combined into a 39-credit master’s program. It is designed for candidates who have a major in the language or a cohesive program of study in the language of certification. The MAT program consists of two phases: 24 credits for Initial Certification and 15 credits of curriculum and assessment courses leading to Professional Certification in the language. The Initial Certification segment can be completed in 3 semesters for candidates who begin studying in the spring semester. Candidates may register for the 15 credits in Language Education (SEYS) after completing the 24 credits for initial certification.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Candidates must have completed an undergraduate program in which they majored in the language of certification or have taken a minimum of 21 credits in college-level language courses, or they must have proof of testing and score at least Advanced Low on both the full telephonic Oral Proficiency Interview and Writing Proficiency Test (OPI and WPT) in the Critical Language(s). These scores are used in lieu of the content area language credits as per the NYSED website and ACTFL. http://www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert/actfl.html

      Requirements for Non-Matriculation

      Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Jennifer Eddy

      jennifer.eddy@qc.cuny.edu

      View Department Website Apply Now! Request for Information
      Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in French (7-12)

      For students who decide late in their undergraduate careers or after they graduate to pursue certification as teachers, the department offers a sequence of courses, consisting of 21 credits, which leads to an Initial Certificate. This sequence provides an integrated program that includes the coursework and field experience necessary to meet state requirements for initial certification in adolescent education in a specific academic subject area.

      Upon completing the Initial Certificate program, students will be recommended for initial certification provided they have also completed the required 36 credits in their major and met all other state requirements for initial certification. The program enables students to begin teaching and gain the experience necessary for professional certification while they complete the coursework required for the master’s degree.

      Students who earn the Initial Certificate will automatically become eligible for matriculation in the Master of Science in Education program in their major area.

      Students who complete the course and credit requirements for the master’s program in their respective areas will have met the educational requirements for both professional certification and the degree of Master of Science in Education.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Students must hold a bachelor’s degree with a major (or equivalent) in the subject area in which they wish to be certified. Students who were not subject area majors but have a minimum of 21 appropriate credits in the content area may be accepted but are required to complete at least 15 additional content area credits before they are recommended for initial certification. These 15 credits will be selected with the approval of the major advisor. Students who have more than 21 subject-area credits but fewer than 30–36 will be required to make up the corresponding number of missing credits. In all cases, the advisor will ensure that the distribution of the 36 subject-area credits is appropriate to the requirements of certification in the student’s major area
      2. Students are also required to have one year of college study, or its equivalent, in a language other than English

      Requirements for Non-Matriculation

      Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Jennifer Eddy

      jennifer.eddy@qc.cuny.edu

      View Department Website Apply Now! Request for Information
      Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Italian (7-12)

      For students who decide late in their undergraduate careers or after they graduate to pursue certification as teachers, the department offers a sequence of courses, consisting of 21 credits, which leads to an Initial Certificate. This sequence provides an integrated program that includes the coursework and field experience necessary to meet state requirements for initial certification in adolescent education in a specific academic subject area.

      Upon completing the Initial Certificate program, students will be recommended for initial certification provided they have also completed the required 36 credits in their major and met all other state requirements for initial certification. The program enables students to begin teaching and gain the experience necessary for professional certification while they complete the coursework required for the master’s degree.

      Students who earn the Initial Certificate will automatically become eligible for matriculation in the Master of Science in Education program in their major area.

      Students who complete the course and credit requirements for the master’s program in their respective areas will have met the educational requirements for both professional certification and the degree of Master of Science in Education.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Students must hold a bachelor’s degree with a major (or equivalent) in the subject area in which they wish to be certified. Students who were not subject area majors but have a minimum of 21 appropriate credits in the content area may be accepted but are required to complete at least 15 additional content area credits before they are recommended for initial certification. These 15 credits will be selected with the approval of the major advisor. Students who have more than 21 subject-area credits but fewer than 30–36 will be required to make up the corresponding number of missing credits. In all cases, the advisor will ensure that the distribution of the 36 subject-area credits is appropriate to the requirements of certification in the student’s major area
      2. Students are also required to have one year of college study, or its equivalent, in a language other than English

      Requirements for Non-Matriculation

      Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Jennifer Eddy

      jennifer.eddy@qc.cuny.edu

      View Department Website Apply Now! Request for Information
      Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Spanish (7-12)

      For students who decide late in their undergraduate careers or after they graduate to pursue certification as teachers, the department offers a sequence of courses, consisting of 21 credits, which leads to an Initial Certificate. This sequence provides an integrated program that includes the coursework and field experience necessary to meet state requirements for initial certification in adolescent education in a specific academic subject area.

      Upon completing the Initial Certificate program, students will be recommended for initial certification provided they have also completed the required 36 credits in their major and met all other state requirements for initial certification. The program enables students to begin teaching and gain the experience necessary for professional certification while they complete the coursework required for the master’s degree.

      Students who earn the Initial Certificate will automatically become eligible for matriculation in the Master of Science in Education program in their major area.

      Students who complete the course and credit requirements for the master’s program in their respective areas will have met the educational requirements for both professional certification and the degree of Master of Science in Education.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Students must hold a bachelor’s degree with a major (or equivalent) in the subject area in which they wish to be certified. Students who were not subject area majors but have a minimum of 21 appropriate credits in the content area may be accepted but are required to complete at least 15 additional content area credits before they are recommended for initial certification. These 15 credits will be selected with the approval of the major advisor. Students who have more than 21 subject-area credits but fewer than 30–36 will be required to make up the corresponding number of missing credits. In all cases, the advisor will ensure that the distribution of the 36 subject-area credits is appropriate to the requirements of certification in the student’s major area
      2. Students are also required to have one year of college study, or its equivalent, in a language other than English

      Requirements for Non-Matriculation

      Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Jennifer Eddy

      jennifer.eddy@qc.cuny.edu

      View Department Website Apply Now! Request for Information
      Master of Library Science in Library Media Specialist

      Both of the LMS programs, the Library Media Specialist Program and the Library Media Specialist for Certified Teachers, emphasize the development of knowledge and skills needed to teach information literacy to the K–12 school community, to foster collaborative partnerships with the school’s faculty and administration, to motivate and guide students in these settings in the use of information and materials, and to evaluate and select materials that promote and support the information needs of this specialized clientele. Library Media Specialists serve the needs of students and parents for informational, educational, and recreational materials as well as the needs of teachers, administrators and other personnel seeking information and materials related to their professional responsibilities.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Applicants to this program will need to first be admitted to GSLIS via the standard application procedure. Upon acceptance to GSLIS, students will be interviewed by the LMS Program Coordinator who will review their prior transcripts to ascertain whether applicants have the Core Liberal Arts and Science background required by NYSED for teachers. NYSED specifies exactly what type of coursework is acceptable for each of these areas at http://www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert/Office of Teaching Initiatives. Applicants lacking any part of this requirement will be required to complete this coursework at an accredited institution of higher education before acceptance to this program.
      2. Applicants will be required to present a satisfactory onsite writing sample evaluated by the LMS Program Coordinator.
      3. Applicants whose undergraduate cumulative grade-point average is below 3.0, but who otherwise merit consideration for admission, may be required to take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Applicants with undergraduate GPAs below 3.0 who hold advanced degrees are not required to take the GRE.
      4. A meeting with the Director of the School, the Graduate Advisor, or a member of the School’s Admissions Committee will be required before a decision on admission is made.

      Deadlines may be extended further if spaces remain in the program.

      Requirements for Non-Matriculation

      Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

      Some students may register in the school as non-matriculates with permission of the Graduate School of Library and Information Studies. Students who are fully matriculated in another accredited library school may, with permission from their home institution and from the Director or Graduate Advisor of the GSLIS, register for individual graduate library science courses, when space is available.

      Applicants who do not qualify for matriculated status may be admitted as non-matriculates with the approval of the Graduate Advisor. Courses taken as a non-matriculated student may be credited toward the MLS degree if a grade of B (3.0) or better is attained. A non-matriculate wishing to matriculate may have a maximum of 12 credits accepted towards the degree by the School.

      A student who has been awarded the MLS degree and wants to enroll for additional courses must file an application for admission as a graduate non-matriculate with the Graduate Admissions Office by the appropriate deadline date.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline April 1
      Spring Deadline November 1
      Extended Deadline December 15
      Letters of Reference 3
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE Yes
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Arlene Laverde

      arlene.laverde@qc.cuny.edu

      View Department Website Apply Now! Request for Information
      Master of Library Science in Library Media Specialist for Certified Teachers

      The GSLIS prepares graduates for employment and service in a diverse, global, and rapidly changing information society now and in the future. Graduates of the GSLIS are able to demonstrate appropriate competencies and to articulate ethical values as defined by LIS professional organizations, and other stakeholder communities.

      GSLIS maintains a rigorous yet flexible curriculum that reflects the changing needs of its constituency, through ongoing assessment and revision.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Applicants to all School Library Media Specialist programs must first be admitted to GSLIS via the standard application procedure.
        Admission to the Library Media Specialist Program for Certified Teachers additionally requires that the applicant possess a valid New York State teaching certification.
      2. Applicants whose undergraduate cumulative grade-point average is below 3.0, but who otherwise merit consideration for admission, may be required to take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Applicants with undergraduate GPAs below 3.0 who hold advanced degrees are not required to take the GRE.
      3. A meeting with the Director of the School, the Graduate Advisor, or a member of the School’s Admissions Committee will be required before a decision on admission is made.

      Deadlines may be extended further if spaces remain in the program.

      Requirements for Non-Matriculation

      Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

      Some students may register in the school as non-matriculates with permission of the Graduate School of Library and Information Studies. Students who are fully matriculated in another accredited library school may, with permission from their home institution and from the Director or Graduate Advisor of the GSLIS, register for individual graduate library science courses, when space is available.

      Applicants who do not qualify for matriculated status may be admitted as non-matriculates with the approval of the Graduate Advisor. Courses taken as a non-matriculated student may be credited toward the MLS degree if a grade of B (3.0) or better is attained. A non-matriculate wishing to matriculate may have a maximum of 12 credits accepted towards the degree by the School.

      A student who has been awarded the MLS degree and wants to enroll for additional courses must file an application for admission as a graduate non-matriculate with the Graduate Admissions Office by the appropriate deadline date.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline April 1
      Spring Deadline November 1
      Extended Deadline December 15
      Letters of Reference 3
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE Yes
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes
      Teacher Certification Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Arlene Laverde

      arlene.laverde@qc.cuny.edu

      View Department Website Apply Now! Request for Information
      Advanced Certificate in Library Media Specialist

      Two certificate programs are currently available: Children and Young Adult Services in the Public Library and Archives and the Preservation of Cultural Materials. Both of these are designed for multiple audiences, such as current MLS students who wish to make explicit their specialty, and working library/information service professionals who desire a further credential demarking their expertise. All students in these two certificate programs must meet the college’s admissions standards; paraprofessionals may be required to enroll in core courses to provide the appropriate foundation for coursework in the two certificate programs.

      The certificates are built around a similar structure. Within each, a core sequence of courses must have been completed. Library/information service professionals who already hold the MLS degree and may have already taken one or more of these core courses can fulfill their requirements by selecting from a menu of four elective courses.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline April 1
      Spring Deadline November 1
      Extended Deadline December 15
      Letters of Reference 3
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE Yes
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Arlene Laverde

      arlene.laverde@qc.cuny.edu

      View Department Website Apply Now! Request for Information
      Master of Science in Applied Literacy

      This fully online 30-credit Master of Science program in Applied Literacy provides targeted coursework in curriculum, instruction, and assessment and prepares individuals to be better teachers of literacy, including reading, writing, speaking, and listening, in their content area classrooms. Program courses focus on the literacy needs of diverse learners, including English-language learners (ELLs) and students with disabilities (SWDs). Emphasis is placed upon the planning, presentation and incorporation of teaching and learning strategies that promote student comprehension. Additionally, teachers will further develop their understandings about language and literacy learning, differentiation of instruction, and the importance literacy skills play in their content area instruction and assessment. Literacy development of upper level elementary, middle and high school students will be studied primarily through a content area lens and practical classroom applications. This program does not lead to New York State certification in literacy. Teachers with New York State Initial Certification may be able to receive a Professional Teacher Certification in the area of their initial certificate through NYSED TEACH Certificate Progression Pathway.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline August 1
      Spring Deadline January 1
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 1
      Essay None
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Jacqueline Darvin

      jacqueline.darvin@qc.cuny.edu

      CLICK HERE FOR THE PROGRAM OVERVIEW

      View Department Website Apply Now! Request for Information
      Master of Science in Education Literacy Education - All Grades

      The MSEd in Literacy (All Grades) is designed for teachers who want to engage in the advanced study of literacy, including the teaching of reading and writing to learners in the early childhood, elementary, middle, and secondary grades. The program leads to New York State initial and/or professional certification in Literacy (All Grades). On completion of the program, candidates are prepared to work as classroom teachers with advanced knowledge of literacy; literacy specialists or coaches in early childhood, elementary, middle, and secondary schools; and instructional leaders in schools and other educational settings.

      The program is grounded in current research on literacy and the School of Education values of equity, excellence, and ethics. The program aims to prepare graduates who will: (1) design and implement instruction to support students whose literacy learning needs are not met by standard school curricula and instruction; and (2) take on roles as instructional leaders who advocate for, design, and implement literacy curricula and instruction that is equitable, socially just, and anti-racist.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Hold an earned bachelor’s degree
      2. Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
      3. Have New York State initial or professional classroom teaching certificate.
      4. Submit two letters of recommendation
      5. Submit a 500-word essay explaining your interest in the program
      6. Additional requirements may be specified on the application form

      Requirements for Non-Matriculation

      Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline April 1
      Spring Deadline Fall Only
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Teacher Certification Yes
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Anna Malyukova

      anna.malyukova@qc.cuny.edu

      CLICK HERE FOR THE PROGRAM OVERVIEW

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      Post-Master’s in Applied Literacy

      Teachers who already hold master’s degrees desire incremental raises for having a master’s plus additional credits. Most teacher contracts, including the New York City Department of Education (NYCDOE) contract, reward teachers financially for attaining credits beyond their master’s. Further, professionals who have been teaching for several years often want to improve their practice and become lead teachers or model teachers. The Post-master’s Advanced Certificate in Applied Literacy is designed to offer integrated, theoretically grounded views of teaching and learning literacy that address the needs of students in diverse communities. This program encourages critical reflection on how to apply literacy instruction in any classroom context or grade level, K-12. Five cutting edge, fully online courses are aimed at expanding teachers’ knowledge of teaching literacy, focusing on reading, writing, speaking, and listening across the curriculum.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline August 1
      Spring Deadline January 1
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 1
      Essay None
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Jacqueline Darvin

      jacqueline.darvin@qc.cuny.edu

      CLICK HERE FOR THE PROGRAM OVERVIEW

      View Department Website Apply Now! Request for Information
      Master of Arts in Teaching in Adolescent Math (7-12)

      Responsible preparation for work in secondary school and community settings requires that in addition to meeting the academic standards established by each program, candidates demonstrate appropriate personal characteristics, which would include professional judgment, ethical conduct, and academic integrity. In addition, candidates are expected to demonstrate sensitivity to secondary student issues and effective management of personal stress or adjustment difficulties.

      The goal of the MAT degree program is to:

      • fulfill Initial Certification requirements in a content area
      • fulfill MAT degree requirements
      • fulfill Professional Certification requirements in a content or related area

      The MAT degree in Secondary Education consists of existing courses in State-certified Post-Baccalaureate and MSEd programs in Secondary Education. The MAT program will consist of the existing 24 credits plus 6 credits in advanced pedagogy and 9-12 credits in content courses. Upon completion of the 24 credits in the Post-Baccalaureate program, students are eligible for initial Professional Certification in the content area. Upon completion of the remaining 15-18 credits for the MAT degree, students are eligible for Professional Certification in the content or related area.

      The MAT programs are comprised of two areas: 1) the Core Courses that lead to Initial Certification in the content area, and 2) the modules. Modules can either be Content Specialization Courses or Extension Specialization Courses that provide the opportunity for a second area of certification (Special Education, Bilingual Education, or Literacy).

      Requirements for Matriculation

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Alice Artzt

      alice.artzt@qc.cuny.edu

      Dr. Theresa Gurl

      theresa.gurl@qc.cuny.edu

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      Master of Science in Education in Mathematics (7-12)

      Students enrolling in Master of Science in Secondary Education programs will be assigned an advisor in the area of certification who will meet with and review the student’s background. Together, they will plan an appropriate program of graduate courses. This approved program is to be filed with the department during the first semester of attendance. The student may not depart from this approved program without permission of the advisor. Each academic area has its own course requirements. In general, students take about half of their program in the appropriate academic departments and half in education.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. The Master of Science in Education (MSED) Program is for students who already hold an initial certificate in a teaching discipline and who wish to pursue advanced studies in education. Graduates from this program gain an advanced certification and a MSED degree

      Requirements for Non-Matriculation

      Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Alice Artzt

      alice.artzt@qc.cuny.edu

      Dr. Theresa Gurl

      theresa.gurl@qc.cuny.edu

      View Department Website Apply Now! Request for Information
      Master of Science in Education in Teaching Math and Computer Science (7-12)

      “​As the college that graduates the most teachers, counselors and principals in the metropolitan area, Queens College has long played a major role in “educating the educators” to help their students succeed. With recent New York City and New York State Department of Education approvals of a unique new graduate degree program, QC leads the way in fostering the teaching of computational thinking and computer skills in middle school and high school.

      The degree, which will be offered in fall 2017, is a Master’s in Science in Education (grades 7-12). Students will graduate with the specialized knowledge and skills in computer science (CS) that are needed to teach the subject, including AP courses in CS, in secondary schools.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. The Master of Science in Education (MSED) Program is for students who already hold an initial certificate in a teaching discipline and who wish to pursue advanced studies in education. Graduates from this program gain an advanced certification and a MSED degree

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Theresa Gurl

      theresa.gurl@qc.cuny.edu

      Alexander Ryba

      alexander.ryba@qc.cuny.edu

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      Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Mathematics (7-12)

      For students who decide late in their undergraduate careers or after they graduate to pursue certification as teachers, the department offers a sequence of courses, consisting of 21 credits, which leads to an Initial Certificate. This sequence provides an integrated program that includes the coursework and field experience necessary to meet state requirements for initial certification in adolescent education in a specific academic subject area.

      Upon completing the Initial Certificate program, students will be recommended for initial certification provided they have also completed the required 36 credits in their major and met all other state requirements for initial certification. The program enables students to begin teaching and gain the experience necessary for professional certification while they complete the coursework required for the master’s degree.

      Students who earn the Initial Certificate will automatically become eligible for matriculation in the Master of Science in Education program in their major area.

      Students who complete the course and credit requirements for the master’s program in their respective areas will have met the educational requirements for both professional certification and the degree of Master of Science in Education.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Students must hold a bachelor’s degree with a major (or equivalent) in the subject area in which they wish to be certified. Students who were not subject area majors but have a minimum of 21 appropriate credits in the content area may be accepted but are required to complete at least 15 additional content area credits before they are recommended for initial certification. These 15 credits will be selected with the approval of the major advisor. Students who have more than 21 subject-area credits but fewer than 30–36 will be required to make up the corresponding number of missing credits. In all cases, the advisor will ensure that the distribution of the 36 subject-area credits is appropriate to the requirements of certification in the student’s major area
      2. Students are also required to have one year of college study, or its equivalent, in a language other than English

      Requirements for Non-Matriculation

      Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Alice Artzt

      alice.artzt@qc.cuny.edu

      Dr. Theresa Gurl

      theresa.gurl@qc.cuny.edu

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      Post-Master’s Advanced Certificate in Developing Algebraic Thinking in the Middle Grades

      The fully-online, five course post-master’s program in Developing Algebraic Thinking in the Middle Grades at Queens College is designed to deepen and enhance elementary and middle school mathematics teachers’ knowledge of mathematics and its pedagogy. Approaches are grounded in a philosophy of student-centered learning, deep mathematical understanding, and developing a growth mindset in participants and their students. With this mission in mind, the goals of this new program include outcomes for participants related to mathematics content, pedagogy, and attitudes. Participants will demonstrate meeting these goals and objectives through a culminating project at the end of the five-course sequence, and by incorporating these ideas into their respective classrooms.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline Spring Only
      Spring Deadline December 1
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 1
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Theresa Gurl

      theresa.gurl@qc.cuny.edu

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      Master of Science in Education in Music (Pre-K-12)

      The Master of Science in Education degree is a New York State Education Department approved program that leads to Professional Certification for students already holding Initial Certification. A minimum B (3.0 of 4.0) cumulative undergraduate average is required for admission.

      The program for the MSEd stresses the foundations and psychology of music and education, the teaching of elementary and/or secondary classroom music, vocal and/or instrumental music pedagogy, conducting, and research—all in relation to the National Standards for Music and the Arts. Students’ programs are rounded out with music and/or education electives based on individual interests and abilities.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Susan Davis

      Susan.Davis@qc.cuny.edu

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      Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Music (Pre-K-12)

      The Advanced Certificate Program is a non-degree program comprised of pedagogical courses mandated by the New York State Education Department for Initial Certification. Students will be guided through the pedagogical coursework and student teaching.

      The completion of this program takes two years and is typically 29–32 credits (depending on vocal or instrumental emphasis), but may be lower depending on the courses the individual student may have had at the undergraduate level (or another graduate program).

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Admission is open to applicants with a bachelor’s degree in music with a minimum B (3.0 of 4.0) cumulative undergraduate average, or a master’s degree in another area of music
      2. An interview may be required. An interview may be required

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline May 15
      Spring Deadline December 1
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Susan Davis

      Susan.Davis@qc.cuny.edu

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      Master of Science in Education in Physical Education (Pre-K–12)

      The Master of Science in Education degree is a New York State Education Department approved program that leads to Professional Certification for students already holding Initial Certification in Physical Education. A minimum B (3.0 of 4.0) cumulative undergraduate average is required for admission.

      Students must maintain a B average throughout either program for completion/ graduation. Students must meet with the Graduate Advisor for registration prior to each semester enrolled.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Eve Bernstein

      eve.bernstein@qc.cuny.edu

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      Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Physical Education (Pre-K–12)

      This sequence of courses prepares students for the New York State Initial Certificate to teach Physical Education Pre-K–12. It is designed for individuals who have completed an undergraduate major other than in teacher preparation in physical education, who want to teach physical education. This program does not fulfill the requirements of the Master of Science in Education degree in physical education.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Students must submit a letter of intent, which includes the student’s background in sport and physical education, experiences working in sport, recreation, or physical education settings with children and young adults, any teaching experience, a philosophical statement on the role of physical education in society, and future plans upon completion of the program
      2. The applicant must hold a bachelor’s degree with a general education core in the liberal arts and sciences. Applicants who majored in physical education but do not hold an initial certificate, or applicants who come from disciplines other than physical education, will be required to satisfy course deficiencies
      3. Applicants are also required to have at least 6 semester hours, or its equivalent, of a language other than English
      4. An interview may be required

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline June 1
      Spring Deadline December 1
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 3
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Eve Bernstein

      eve.bernstein@qc.cuny.edu

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      Master of Science in Education in School Counseling

      The school counseling graduate program is approved by the New York State Education Department and leads to initial and professional certification as a school counselor in K-12 school settings. 

      Requirements for Matriculation

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline March 1
      Spring Deadline Fall Only
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 3
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Matthew Day

      matthew.day@qc.cuny.edu

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      Master of Science in Education in School Psychology

      The graduate program in School Psychology at Queens College is cast in the scientist-practitioner model. This model seeks to integrate theoretical knowledge and applied skills in all coursework as well as in practica and internships in order to promote educationally and psychologically healthy environments for all children and youth. The goal is to prepare psychologists with high levels of ethical and professional competencies to provide sound educational and psychological services in the school and other educational settings. We are committed to training school psychologists who embrace principles of fairness, equity, and social justice in their personal and professional lives and who will provide exemplary, culturally responsive services to the diverse constituencies we are privileged to serve.

      This 61-credit specialist-level program provides the skills necessary for the professional preparation of school psychologists. It meets the academic and internship requirements for New York State Certification in School Psychology and is approved as a training institution in School Psychology by the New York State Department of Education and the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP). The program leads to a Provisional Certificate in School Psychology and a degree of Master of Science in Education. It can be completed in three years of full-time study, including a one-year internship, or in four years on a part-time basis, with three years of part-time study and a final year of full-time internship. Furthermore, candidates may enroll in either a Bilingual or Multicultural Specialization. The Bilingual Specialization leads to a Bilingual Extension (provided by the New York State Education Department to bilingual candidates meeting the states’ bilingual requirements). The Multicultural Specialization is for non-bilingual students who wish to obtain additional expertise in working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds. Both specializations require additional coursework (6 additional credits) and a special internship experience.

      The curriculum is sequenced, with the first year focused on theoretical foundations and skill development, followed by more experiential components in the later years. The sequence is designed to introduce complex concepts slowly, building upon the basics. The coursework is designed to cover the 10 Domains of School Psychology Training and Practice that are part of the NASP Standards for Training and Field Placement experience and practica. Close supervision of skills is followed by an internship, where students are given the opportunity to integrate these experiences in a practical, professional environment, both in school and clinical settings. All students follow the same basic sequence of coursework, with program modifications made to meet individual needs.

      A graduate of the School Psychology program has expertise in both psychology and education, as well as a knowledge of the contributions of related disciplines. Using an ecological perspective, our graduates work with general education as well as special education students, teachers, administrators, parents, and with others in the community to develop greater understanding of all children and to contribute to constructive change in a variety of environments—including the classroom, school, and home. Particular attention is given to serving the needs of children of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. As a member of the school faculty, the school psychologist shares with faculty members and with other professionals the responsibility for delivering services that prevent problems and maximize learning and personal growth in the child. The role of the school psychologist as a member of a team is addressed in training.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Undergraduate study: Completion of a satisfactory undergraduate program of study in psychology or a related major with a minimum cumulative average of 3.0, and an average of 3.0 in all courses in psychology and education.
      2. Prerequisite coursework: There are 9 prerequisite courses for the Graduate Program in School Psychology. All candidates are required to have a course in each of the following areas of Psychology and Education, and all courses must have been taken at an accredited college or university for a minimum of 3 credits:
        • General Psychology
        • Statistical Methods in Psychology
        • Psychological Testing and Measurement (Psychometrics)
        • Experimental Psychology
        • Abnormal Psychology
        • Physiological Psychology (e.g., Behavioral Neuroscience)
        • Developmental Psychology (e.g., Lifespan Development)
        • Foundations of Education (e.g., Philosophy of Education)
        • Literacy Education (e.g., Teaching Beginning Reading and Writing)Applicants must have completed (received final grades in) at least 5 of the 9 prerequisite courses by the March 1 admissions deadline in order for their application to be reviewed. Courses in progress are not considered completed.At the time of matriculation into the School Psychology program a minimum of 7 of the 9 prerequisites must have been satisfactorily completed. No student may matriculate without completing Psychological Testing and Measurement (Psychometrics). Once enrolled in the program, any outstanding prerequisites must be completed before the beginning of the second year of the program
      3. Personal Statement: A personal statement should address the following topic: “Why I want to be a school psychologist and why I would like to attend the Queens College School Psychology Program.” Provide relevant experiences and qualities that you will bring to the profession of school psychology.
      4. Recommendation Letters: Three written recommendations are required. At least two letters must be from undergraduate or graduate instructors in psychology and/or education or college advisors. All reference letters should be on the instructors’ stationery. Additional letters of recommendation are also appropriate from a current job or from a recent job related to education and/or psychology
      5. Resume: All students must submit a resume that includes educational history and work experiences
      6. Personal Interview: A personal interview will be required for qualified applicants
      7. Writing Sample: A writing sample will be required at the time of interview

      Deadline for Completed Application:
      The deadline to submit the application for admissions is March 1. All supporting materials (e.g., transcripts, recommendation letters) must be received by March 14th. Incomplete applications with missing documentation will not be reviewed if they are not complete by March 14th.

      Requirements for Non-Matriculation

      Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline March 1
      Spring Deadline Fall Only
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 3
      Essay 500 Words
      Resume Yes
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Proctor

      sherrie.proctor@qc.cuny.edu

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      Master of Arts in Adolescent Science Education (7-12)

      Responsible preparation for work in secondary school and community settings requires that in addition to meeting the academic standards established by each program, candidates demonstrate appropriate personal characteristics, which would include professional judgment, ethical conduct, and academic integrity. In addition, candidates are expected to demonstrate sensitivity to secondary student issues and effective management of personal stress or adjustment difficulties.

      The goal of the MAT degree program is to:

      • fulfill Initial Certification requirements in a content area
      • fulfill MAT degree requirements
      • fulfill Professional Certification requirements in a content or related area

      The MAT degree in Secondary Education consists of existing courses in State-certified Post-Baccalaureate and MSEd programs in Secondary Education. The MAT program will consist of the existing 24 credits plus 6 credits in advanced pedagogy and 9-12 credits in content courses. Upon completion of the 24 credits in the Post-Baccalaureate program, students are eligible for initial Professional Certification in the content area. Upon completion of the remaining 15-18 credits for the MAT degree, students are eligible for Professional Certification in the content or related area.

      The MAT programs are comprised of two areas: 1) the Core Courses that lead to Initial Certification in the content area, and 2) the modules. Modules can either be Content Specialization Courses or Extension Specialization Courses that provide the opportunity for a second area of certification (Special Education, Bilingual Education, or Literacy).

      Requirements for Matriculation

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      Stephen Farenga

      stephen.farenga@qc.cuny.edu

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      Master of Science in Education in Biology (7-12)

      Students enrolling in Master of Science in Secondary Education programs will be assigned an advisor in the area of certification who will meet with and review the student’s background. Together, they will plan an appropriate program of graduate courses. This approved program is to be filed with the department during the first semester of attendance. The student may not depart from this approved program without permission of the advisor. Each academic area has its own course requirements. In general, students take about half of their program in the appropriate academic departments and half in education.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. The Master of Science in Education (MSED) Program is for students who already hold an initial certificate in a teaching discipline and who wish to pursue advanced studies in education. Graduates from this program gain an advanced certification and a MSED degree.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      Stephen Farenga

      stephen.farenga@qc.cuny.edu

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      Master of Science in Education in Chemistry (7-12)

      Students enrolling in Master of Science in Secondary Education programs will be assigned an advisor in the area of certification who will meet with and review the student’s background. Together, they will plan an appropriate program of graduate courses. This approved program is to be filed with the department during the first semester of attendance. The student may not depart from this approved program without permission of the advisor. Each academic area has its own course requirements. In general, students take about half of their program in the appropriate academic departments and half in education.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. The Master of Science in Education (MSED) Program is for students who already hold an initial certificate in a teaching discipline and who wish to pursue advanced studies in education. Graduates from this program gain an advanced certification and a MSED degree
      2. Results of the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) General Test are required

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      Stephen Farenga

      stephen.farenga@qc.cuny.edu

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      Master of Science in Education in Earth Science (7-12)

      Students enrolling in Master of Science in Secondary Education programs will be assigned an advisor in the area of certification who will meet with and review the student’s background. Together, they will plan an appropriate program of graduate courses. This approved program is to be filed with the department during the first semester of attendance. The student may not depart from this approved program without permission of the advisor. Each academic area has its own course requirements. In general, students take about half of their program in the appropriate academic departments and half in education.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. The Master of Science in Education (MSED) Program is for students who already hold an initial certificate in a teaching discipline and who wish to pursue advanced studies in education. Graduates from this program gain an advanced certification and a MSED degree.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      Stephen Farenga

      stephen.farenga@qc.cuny.edu

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      Master of Science in Education in Physics (7-12)

      Students enrolling in Master of Science in Secondary Education programs will be assigned an advisor in the area of certification who will meet with and review the student’s background. Together, they will plan an appropriate program of graduate courses. This approved program is to be filed with the department during the first semester of attendance. The student may not depart from this approved program without permission of the advisor. Each academic area has its own course requirements. In general, students take about half of their program in the appropriate academic departments and half in education.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. The Master of Science in Education (MSED) Program is for students who already hold an initial certificate in a teaching discipline and who wish to pursue advanced studies in education. Graduates from this program gain an advanced certification and a MSED degree.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      Stephen Farenga

      stephen.farenga@qc.cuny.edu

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      Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Biology (7-12)

      For students who decide late in their undergraduate careers or after they graduate to pursue certification as teachers, the department offers a sequence of courses, consisting of 21 credits, which leads to an Initial Certificate. This sequence provides an integrated program that includes the coursework and field experience necessary to meet state requirements for initial certification in adolescent education in a specific academic subject area.

      Upon completing the Initial Certificate program, students will be recommended for initial certification provided they have also completed the required 36 credits in their major and met all other state requirements for initial certification. The program enables students to begin teaching and gain the experience necessary for professional certification while they complete the coursework required for the master’s degree.

      Students who earn the Initial Certificate will automatically become eligible for matriculation in the Master of Science in Education program in their major area.

      Students who complete the course and credit requirements for the master’s program in their respective areas will have met the educational requirements for both professional certification and the degree of Master of Science in Education.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Students must hold a bachelor’s degree with a major (or equivalent) in the subject area in which they wish to be certified. Students who were not subject area majors but have a minimum of 21 appropriate credits in the content area may be accepted but are required to complete at least 15 additional content area credits before they are recommended for initial certification. These 15 credits will be selected with the approval of the major advisor. Students who have more than 21 subject-area credits but fewer than 30–36 will be required to make up the corresponding number of missing credits. In all cases, the advisor will ensure that the distribution of the 36 subject-area credits is appropriate to the requirements of certification in the student’s major area.
      2. Students are also required to have one year of college study, or its equivalent, in a language other than English.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      Stephen Farenga

      stephen.farenga@qc.cuny.edu

      View Department Website Apply Now! Request for Information
      Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Chemistry (7-12)

      For students who decide late in their undergraduate careers or after they graduate to pursue certification as teachers, the department offers a sequence of courses, consisting of 21 credits, which leads to an Initial Certificate. This sequence provides an integrated program that includes the coursework and field experience necessary to meet state requirements for initial certification in adolescent education in a specific academic subject area.

      Upon completing the Initial Certificate program, students will be recommended for initial certification provided they have also completed the required 36 credits in their major and met all other state requirements for initial certification. The program enables students to begin teaching and gain the experience necessary for professional certification while they complete the coursework required for the master’s degree.

      Students who earn the Initial Certificate will automatically become eligible for matriculation in the Master of Science in Education program in their major area.

      Students who complete the course and credit requirements for the master’s program in their respective areas will have met the educational requirements for both professional certification and the degree of Master of Science in Education.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Students must hold a bachelor’s degree with a major (or equivalent) in the subject area in which they wish to be certified. Students who were not subject area majors but have a minimum of 21 appropriate credits in the content area may be accepted but are required to complete at least 15 additional content area credits before they are recommended for initial certification. These 15 credits will be selected with the approval of the major advisor. Students who have more than 21 subject-area credits but fewer than 30–36 will be required to make up the corresponding number of missing credits. In all cases, the advisor will ensure that the distribution of the 36 subject-area credits is appropriate to the requirements of certification in the student’s major area.
      2. Students are also required to have one year of college study, or its equivalent, in a language other than English.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      Stephen Farenga

      stephen.farenga@qc.cuny.edu

      View Department Website Apply Now! Request for Information
      Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Earth Science (7-12)

      For students who decide late in their undergraduate careers or after they graduate to pursue certification as teachers, the department offers a sequence of courses, consisting of 21 credits, which leads to an Initial Certificate. This sequence provides an integrated program that includes the coursework and field experience necessary to meet state requirements for initial certification in adolescent education in a specific academic subject area.

      Upon completing the Initial Certificate program, students will be recommended for initial certification provided they have also completed the required 36 credits in their major and met all other state requirements for initial certification. The program enables students to begin teaching and gain the experience necessary for professional certification while they complete the coursework required for the master’s degree.

      Students who earn the Initial Certificate will automatically become eligible for matriculation in the Master of Science in Education program in their major area.

      Students who complete the course and credit requirements for the master’s program in their respective areas will have met the educational requirements for both professional certification and the degree of Master of Science in Education.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Students must hold a bachelor’s degree with a major (or equivalent) in the subject area in which they wish to be certified. Students who were not subject area majors but have a minimum of 21 appropriate credits in the content area may be accepted but are required to complete at least 15 additional content area credits before they are recommended for initial certification. These 15 credits will be selected with the approval of the major advisor. Students who have more than 21 subject-area credits but fewer than 30–36 will be required to make up the corresponding number of missing credits. In all cases, the advisor will ensure that the distribution of the 36 subject-area credits is appropriate to the requirements of certification in the student’s major area.
      2. Students are also required to have one year of college study, or its equivalent, in a language other than English.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      Stephen Farenga

      stephen.farenga@qc.cuny.edu

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      Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Earth Science Teaching

      The Advanced Graduate Certificate Program in Earth Science is designed to provide teachers of grades 8–12 with the broad background necessary to teach Regents Earth Science. It is intended primarily for teachers who are already licensed in another science and have therefore completed their required pedagogy courses. New York State requires 3 credits of geology for Earth Sciences Certification. The program covers the Regents Earth Science Core Curriculum in six courses (20 credits), two more than the minimum required for state certification. Students may take any 500- or 700-level courses to complete the remaining 10 credits.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline April 1
      Spring Deadline November 1
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 0
      Essay None
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Gregory O’Mullan

      gregory.omullan@qc.cuny.edu

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      Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Physics (7-12)

      For students who decide late in their undergraduate careers or after they graduate to pursue certification as teachers, the department offers a sequence of courses, consisting of 21 credits, which leads to an Initial Certificate. This sequence provides an integrated program that includes the coursework and field experience necessary to meet state requirements for initial certification in adolescent education in a specific academic subject area.

      Upon completing the Initial Certificate program, students will be recommended for initial certification provided they have also completed the required 36 credits in their major and met all other state requirements for initial certification. The program enables students to begin teaching and gain the experience necessary for professional certification while they complete the coursework required for the master’s degree.

      Students who earn the Initial Certificate will automatically become eligible for matriculation in the Master of Science in Education program in their major area.

      Students who complete the course and credit requirements for the master’s program in their respective areas will have met the educational requirements for both professional certification and the degree of Master of Science in Education.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. The Master of Science in Education (MSED) Program is for students who already hold an initial certificate in a teaching discipline and who wish to pursue advanced studies in education. Graduates from this program gain an advanced certification and a MSED degree.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      Stephen Farenga

      stephen.farenga@qc.cuny.edu

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      Master of Science in Education in Social Studies (7-12)

      Students enrolling in Master of Science in Secondary Education programs will be assigned an advisor in the area of certification who will meet with and review the student’s background. Together, they will plan an appropriate program of graduate courses. This approved program is to be filed with the department during the first semester of attendance. The student may not depart from this approved program without permission of the advisor. Each academic area has its own course requirements. In general, students take about half of their program in the appropriate academic departments and half in education.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. The Master of Science in Education (MSED) Program is for students who already hold an initial certificate in a teaching discipline and who wish to pursue advanced studies in education. Graduates from this program gain an advanced certification and a MSED degree

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      David Gerwin

      david.gerwin@qc.cuny.edu

      Jay Shuttleworth

      jay.shuttleworth@qc.cuny.edu

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      Post-Baccalaureate Advanced Certificate in Social Studies (7-12)

      For students who decide late in their undergraduate careers or after they graduate to pursue certification as teachers, the department offers a sequence of courses, consisting of 21 credits, which leads to an Initial Certificate. This sequence provides an integrated program that includes the coursework and field experience necessary to meet state requirements for initial certification in adolescent education in a specific academic subject area.

      Upon completing the Initial Certificate program, students will be recommended for initial certification provided they have also completed the required 36 credits in their major and met all other state requirements for initial certification. The program enables students to begin teaching and gain the experience necessary for professional certification while they complete the coursework required for the master’s degree.

      Students who earn the Initial Certificate will automatically become eligible for matriculation in the Master of Science in Education program in their major area.

      Students who complete the course and credit requirements for the master’s program in their respective areas will have met the educational requirements for both professional certification and the degree of Master of Science in Education.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Students must hold a bachelor’s degree with a major (or equivalent) in the subject area in which they wish to be certified. Students who were not subject area majors but have a minimum of 21 appropriate credits in the content area may be accepted but are required to complete at least 15 additional content area credits before they are recommended for initial certification. These 15 credits will be selected with the approval of the major advisor. Students who have more than 21 subject-area credits but fewer than 30–36 will be required to make up the corresponding number of missing credits. In all cases, the advisor will ensure that the distribution of the 36 subject-area credits is appropriate to the requirements of certification in the student’s major area
      2. Students are also required to have one year of college study, or its equivalent, in a language other than English

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline July 15
      Spring Deadline December 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 2
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      David Gerwin

      david.gerwin@qc.cuny.edu

      Jay Shuttleworth

      jay.shuttleworth@qc.cuny.edu

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      Post-Master’s Advanced Certificate in Special Education Early Childhood Education (B-2)

      There are three 18-credit Post-Masters, Advanced Certification programs, focused at three age ranges, which prepare participants who already have teacher certification and master’s degrees, for additional teacher certification in special education. Courses for these programs are offered through classroom instruction, and are being offered online.

      The faculty is committed to preparing teachers who have the knowledge, skills, and disposition to help children and youths with disabilities become independent, productive, fully included members of their schools and society. The purpose of the programs in Special Education is to help candidates develop the competencies needed to teach children and youths with disabilities, including severe disabilities, in a variety of settings, including age-appropriate general education environments. To this end, the New York State Pedagogical Core requirements for teachers of special education and related competencies have been embedded throughout the curriculum and programs.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Have completed a master’s degree in education
      2. Have an overall Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or better in their master’s program
      3. Have New York State Teacher Certification at the Initial (Provisional) and/or Professional (Permanent) level in general education (in early childhood education, childhood education, or a secondary content area)
      4. An interview may be required

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline April 1
      Spring Deadline December 1
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 3
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Sun A. Kim

      sun.kim@qc.cuny.edu

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      Master of Science in Education in TESOL

      The Department of Linguistics and Communication Disorders offers degrees for the Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology; the Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics; and the Master of Science in Education in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). The department also offers an Advanced Certificate in English Language Teaching and a Post-Master’s Advanced Certificate in TESOL.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Completion of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0
      2. In your essay, please describe an experience you have had that has encouraged you to become a teacher of English as a Second language and explain how that influenced your decision
      3. An interview may be requested

      The credentials of each applicant will be examined by the Linguistics Graduate Admissions Committee. The number of applicants approved for matriculation is limited by available resources; therefore, applicants who otherwise meet minimum requirements for matriculation may not necessarily be admitted.

      Requirements for Non-Matriculation

      Students are to follow the college’s requirements for non-matriculation​.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline June 15
      Spring Deadline November 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 3
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric Yes

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Kate Menken

      kmenken@qc.cuny.edu

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      Post-Master’s Advanced Certificate in TESOL

      This program leads to an Initial Certificate to teach ESL in the NYS public school system, all grades.

      Requirements for Matriculation

      These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

      1. Applicants must hold a current, valid NYS initial or professional teaching certificate in any area; must have earned a master’s degree; must have achieved a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 in their master’s degree program
      2. In your essay, please describe an experience you have had that has encouraged you to become a teacher of English as a Second language and explain how that influenced your decision
      3. An interview may be requested

      The credentials of each applicant will be examined by the Linguistics Graduate Admissions Committee. The number of applicants approved for matriculation is limited by available resources; therefore, applicants who otherwise meet minimum requirements for matriculation may not necessarily be admitted.

      Admissions at a Glance

      Fall Deadline June 15
      Spring Deadline November 15
      Extended Deadline None
      Letters of Reference 3
      Essay 500 Words
      TOEFL (IBT) 100
      IELTS 7
      PTE 68
      GRE No
      GMAT No
      Accepts Non-Matric No

      Academic Advisor

      Dr. Kate Menken

      kmenken@qc.cuny.edu

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