Childhood Education with a Specialization in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)
Program Overview
This master’s degree program will help you enhance your teaching of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) subjects in the elementary grades.
Coursework
Courses are offered in the afternoon and evening. Some courses may be available in an online or hybrid format.
Credits
33
Certification
Professional Certification in Childhood Education Grades 1-6
Eligibility and Admission Requirements
This program is designed for applicants who hold New York State teacher certification in Childhood Education.
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a GPA of at least 3.0
- NYS initial, professional or permanent certification in Childhood Education
- A statement of purpose
- Two letters of recommendation
- Successful completion with a grade of C or better of a college-level mathematics course and a lab science course. Those who do not meet the mathematics requirement must successfully complete MATH 104 and MATH 105 in the School of Arts and Sciences. Those who do not meet the science requirement must take a one-semester course in lab science (biology, chemistry, physics, or geology)
- An official Graduate Record Examination (GRE) score report (Waived for Fall 2025 applicants). Certified teachers who hold a graduate degree are exempt from this requirement
To Apply
Applications are accepted each Fall semester.
To start your application, visit the Hunter College Online Application.
When applying to this program, under Program of Study, select School of Education – Childhood & Early Childhood Education and Childhood Education with a Specialization in STEM.
CUNY Sponsored Application Fee
Applicants applying to this program by June 30, 2025, will have their application fee sponsored by CUNY.
Application Deadlines
Fall Start
- March 15
Visit How to Apply for information about deadline extensions.
Related Programs
If you do not hold New York State teacher certification in Childhood Education, consider applying for our master’s degree program in Childhood Education.