Overview

The Social Studies programme at Elmira College provides a strong foundation for a successful career as a social studies teacher, in terms of content coverage, teaching methodologies, and the development of critical thinking and writing skills.

Education

Students will learn a range of content and disciplinary approaches reflected in the various social studies disciplines.

At the program's core are 21 credits in history (the equivalent of the history minor) with an additional 18 credits divided over American politics and government, economics, and anthropology.

The Social Studies major is designed to prepare students to be middle or secondary school social studies teachers and is typically completed in conjunction with one of the teacher certification programs.

Careers and opportunities

After graduation, most social studies majors go on to careers teaching social studies; others pursue successful careers in non-profit organizations, education administration, business, and government.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

United States History I through 1877

United States History II 1865 to Present

European History

Asian History

American Government and Politics

Peoples of Latin America

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Elmira offers rolling admission, meaning applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Language

English

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100

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6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, 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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120

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100

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

International students can apply online using the Elmira College Application or the Common Application.

English Proficiency (International/Non-Native English Speaking Students)

All students must submit an official transcript of courses taken during secondary school. If you have not graduated yet, transcripts should show the most recent results available. Provide translation of transcripts in English.

Applicants who are currently attending university should submit official transcripts of all post-secondary academic work, along with a Dean of Students Form from the Dean of Students at all institutions that have been attended.

The student should submit at least one letter of recommendation from someone who knows them in an academic sense, such as a teacher or academic counselor.

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

37800 USD / year

≈ 37800 USD / year
Out-of-State

37800 USD / year

≈ 37800 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

37800 USD / year

≈ 37800 USD / year

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

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

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Education

Careers and opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

New York City

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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