Teaching Students With Disabilities

Degree

Master of Science in Education

Admission Requirements

In addition to meeting the requirements for admission to a degree program stated in the current Graduate Catalog, the applicant for enrollment in the program leading to a Master of Science in Teaching Students with Disabilities (Grades 1-6) should present the following:

1. Official transcripts documenting a B.S. or B.A. in childhood (elementary) education from an accredited college or university.

2. New York State Initial Certification in Childhood Education – pending or awarded.

3. A minimum undergraduate grade point average of 2.8

Note, if the applicant graduated more than 10 years prior to application, he/she may be required to provide additional evidence of more recent academic competence, such as continuing education courses, CEUs, or other appropriate documentation.

4. Submission of a personal statement indicating

• reasons for wanting to work with students with disabilities, including personal experiences which have influenced this decision,

• reasons for selecting SUNY Cortland for graduate studies and this program specifically,

• discussion of long term professional goals and view of how this program will support candidate in achieving these, and

• any other information deemed relevant by the candidate.

5. Three letters of reference detailing the applicant’s ability to meet the rigors of graduate study and the applicant’s commitment to, and competence in, working with students with disabilities.

6. An interview with the TSD program coordinator or designee. Applications will be accepted for fall admission only. Applications must be received by May 1 for fall admission. Advisement will be provided by the department chair and/or the graduate program coordinator.

Foundations and Social Advocacy Department

More information may be obtained by going to the Foundations and Social Advocacy Department Web site.