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Graduate Programs

A Graduate Programs For Everyone

Which One is Right for You?

The SUNY Cortland Physical Education Department is proud to offer a diverse set of programs that meet the needs of both traditional and adult students. We offer three programs that are either residency based or online (with a short on-campus requirement) that culminates in an MSED degree. Which program is right for you?

• M.S.Ed. - Concentration in Curriculum & Instruction
• M.S.Ed. - Concentration in Adapted Physical Education
• M.S.Ed. - Concentration in Coaching & Pedagogy

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 Education in Physical Education should present the following:

1. An application for admission to graduate study along with the $65 application fee.
2. Official transcripts documenting a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a physical education teacher certification program.
3. A minimum of a 2.5 overall undergraduate grade point average or a 2.8 grade point average in the physical education major.
4. A Graduate Record Exam score (General Test) Graduate Record Exam. Students with an overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 and above are exempt from this requirement.
5. A current teaching certificate in physical education.
6. A SUNY Cortland Teacher Education Program application.

Need more information? Contact us at:
Physical Education Department - 607.753.5577
Graduate Studies Department - 607.753.4800