Overview

About the programme

The Early Childhood Education program at Millersville University of Pennsylvania prepares students to teach pre-kindergarten to grade 4. This program features unique learning opportunities including:

Extensive and diverse field experiences working with children with exceptionalities throughout the entire range of the program.

Two distinct professional strands that focus on the needs of students with either low incidence or high incidence exceptionalities
An inclusive department in which professors in Early Childhood and Special Education model best practices in consultation, collaboration and co-teaching.
Teacher candidates develop solid content knowledge and skills in educational assessment, lesson planning and instructional delivery. They learn how to work with children of all abilities and backgrounds. Graduates of this program are prepared for careers as lead teachers in early learning centers, kindergartens and grades 1–4 in urban, suburban and rural communities.

Careers

Childcare Worker
Elementary School Teacher
Education Administrator
Preschool Teacher
Special Education Teacher
Teacher Assistant
Child, Family, and School Social Workers
Instructional Coordinator

Programme Structure

Students within this program complete 15 credit hours in the Professional Core, 12 credit hours in student teaching, 45 credit hours in research-based methods of instruction with young children and 48 credit hours in related coursework. This program can be completed in eight (8) semesters and will prepare teacher candidates to use research-based methods of instruction with young children.
In addition to general courses and student-teaching, there are many internships available for students. Popular internships are through Aaron’s Acres and Behavior by Design, and offers firsthand experience with individuals with severe and multiple disabilities. Aaron’s Acres is a nonprofit organization that provides year-round recreational programs to children and young adults, ages 5-21, with developmental disabilities.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2028-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-11-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Rolling admission. Recommended deadlines for overseas students.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Millersville, United States

Disciplines

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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

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Other requirements

General requirements

High School transcripts
Proof of English Proficiency

Non-Native English speakers must submit official English proficiency scores. Applicants who do not meet the minimum English language requirement may be conditionally admitted based on their intended program.Visit our English Proficiency Page.Native English speakers must submit SAT or ACT scores. The institutional code for SAT is 2656. The reporting code for ACT is 3712

Copy of Passport Biographical Page
Proof of Financial Support

International Students must be able to show proof that they are capable of financing their education in the United States. Please submit the Sources of Funds form, along with supporting bank statements of sponsorship letters.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

14268 USD / year

≈ 14268 USD / year
Out-of-State

14268 USD / year

≈ 14268 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

8338 USD / year

≈ 8338 USD / year

Additional Details

Mandatory General Fee of USD 3,060 per year and Technology Fee of USD 598 per year (PA residents) or USD 910 per year (out-of-state) are additional to tuition.

Living costs

Millersville

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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

Funding

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Overview

About the programme

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

Millersville

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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