Overview

Learning outcomes from the Education and Child Study program at the Smith College

Understand the field of education from an array of disciplinary perspectives, i.e., philosophical, historical, sociological, psychological, statistical and ethical.
Understand the role of cultural and human diversity in the design and practice of education.
Understand current theories of learning and how they shape principles of pedagogical practice across ages and subject matter.
Understand current theories of human development, from infancy through adolescence.
Understand the major factors that influence the design of learning environments.
Understand how education policy is shaped and how to change educational practice.
Develop applied and practical knowledge and skill to support the growth and success of beginning teachers. (These learning goals are elaborated in the description of our state approved teacher preparation programs.)

Programme Structure

Courses include:

American Education

Education in the City

Case Study of Education in Western Massachusetts

Philosophy of Education

The Making of a School

The American Middle School and High School

Comparative Education

Counseling Theory and Education

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Northampton, United States

Disciplines

Education Liberal Arts Teaching View 1185 other Bachelors in Teaching in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Common Application or Coalition Application
Smith Writing Supplement
Secondary School Report, including official high school transcript
Counselor Recommendation
Two Teacher Evaluation Forms
Official SAT I, ACT, TOEFL, IELTS, PTE or the Duolingo English Test/*DET*
Early Decision Agreement (if applicable)

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Tuition Fee

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International

64870 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 64870 USD per year during 48 months.
National

64870 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 64870 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

64870 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 64870 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Northampton

1156 - 2393 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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