The M.S. degree in Urban and Multicultural Education, consistent with the College of Mount Saint Vincent's mission, is based on a belief in commitment to service, and in particular to diverse populations. All students have the right to an education appropriate to their individual needs and an education that acknowledges their culture, race, socioeconomic background, and the language of their home.

The Graduate Program in Education is designed to allow part-time students to pursue and complete their graduate studies in approximately two years. Accelerated study is possible based on course availability and the academic status of the student. To download a copy of the Graduate Education Program brochure, please click here.

Admissions Requirements for the M.S. degree in Education:

Applicants who posses New York State provisional or permanent certification in education may participate in the program on either a part-time or full-time basis.For additional information click here to download a copy of the 2007 - 2008 Graduate Catalogue.

Applicants for admission into the Graduate Program in Education must meet the following requirements:

1. Hold a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or institution;
2. Have an undergraduate cumulative grade point average of al least 3.0;
3. Submit a completed application and fee with two references;
4. Provide official copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts;
5. Provide a copy of the initial/provisional teaching certificate (or proof of having passed the LAST, the ATS-W and the CTS exams;
6. Successfully pass the English Essay Exam.

An application for admission must be complete, and each of the six admission requirements must be fulfilled within one year from the date of initial filing. Applications remaining incomplete for a period longer then one year will be considered withdrawn. The application form for the M.S. degree in Urban and Multicultural Education can be downloaded by clicking here.

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New York Certification:

Graduates if the M.S. degree program fulfill the academic program requirements for New York State permanent certification in their area of initial/provisional certification.

Degree Requirements:

The Graduate Program in Urban and Multicultural Education at the College of Mount Saint Vincent offers intensive study in urban and multicultural education and related issues The curriculum consists of 30 credits: nine credits in Foundation studies; a professional core of twelve credits in instructional methodology as applied to urban and multicultural issues and settings; and nine credits of concentration in one of four areas: Special Education, Middle Level Education, English as a Second Language, and Instructional Technology and Global Perspectives. The M.S. in Education worksheet is a visual guide to the requirements for the degree and can be downloaded here.

All students are required to pass a comprehensive examination. Students take this examination at the completion of the program and must register at least four months before the published test administration date.

Other Admissions Policies:

Those individuals who do not meet the program requirements for unqualified admission may petition to take courses as non-matriculated students. Permission of the Director of the program is required. For more information please refer to the Graduate Catalogue.

Additional Infomation:

Please refer to the Graduate Catalogue for additional degree and program information. Also, you may contact the School of Professional and Continuing Studies at 718-405-3322 or submit an inquiry online by clicking here.

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