Adolescent English M.S.T.
Middle school and high school English Education helps students understand themselves and gain insight into their world through the exploration of literature, culture, language, and communication.
The Adolescence Education program builds on a candidate’s undergraduate English major and develops their knowledge and understanding of adolescent learning and development, educational theory, and best practices in English Education.
Watch a video about Fordham's mission to train effective English teachers hereApplication Deadlines
- Priority Deadline: March 15
- Final Deadline: June 1
Note: Applicants who submit completed applications by the priority deadline will receive early consideration for GSE School-Based Aid.
Admissions Information
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General Teacher Education Program Admissions Requirements
- 3.0 GPA
- Online application
- Official transcript(s)
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae (C.V.)
- Personal statement
- Two letters of recommendation
Adolescence English applicants can choose among three programs:
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This program prepares graduates to be classroom English teachers for grades 7-12. There is an option to add an extension for grades 5-6.
Admissions Prerequisites
Applicants must have an earned degree in English or its equivalent, with a minimum of 30 credits in English language arts coursework. This content must include study in the following areas: American literature, British literature prior to 1650, multicultural (non-Anglo) literature, multiple genres, written composition, and women writers.
Program Curriculum
All descriptions for Adolescence English Education courses are available in the GSE Bulletin.
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This program prepares graduates to be classroom English teachers for students with disabilities.
Admissions Prerequisites
Applicants must have an earned degree in English or its equivalent, with a minimum of 36 credits in English language arts coursework. This content must include study in the following areas: American literature, British literature prior to 1650, multicultural literature, multiple genres, written composition, and women writers.
Program Curriculum
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This program prepares graduates to be classroom English teachers and Special Education teachers with an extension in English.
Admissions Prerequisites
Applicants must have an earned degree in English or its equivalent, with a minimum of 36 credits in English language arts coursework. This content must include study in the following areas: American literature, British literature prior to 1650, multicultural literature, multiple genres, written composition, and women writers.
Program Curriculum
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Fieldwork Requirements
In the fall and spring semesters of the first year, students are in classrooms for three full days per week: observation for three weeks, then student teaching, in the same classroom, for ten weeks.
In the fall and spring semesters of the second year, students are in classrooms for five full days per week: observation for two weeks, then student teaching, in the same classroom, for twelve weeks.
Certification Information
The program leads to a Master of Science in Teaching degree and initial New York State certification.
Teacher candidates who meet all program requirements, complete the course of study and meet established field experience competencies are eligible for Fordham University’s endorsement for New York state initial certification in their program area.
Pass rates for Fordham’s initial teacher education graduates on the NYSTCE Teacher exams have been over 95% each year.
Programs are open to all who qualify; however, only U.S. citizens or international students who possess a U.S. Green Card or H1-B visa may be recommended for New York State teacher certification.
Adolescence English Contacts
GSE Admissions
113 West 60th Street
Suite 1108
New York, NY 10023
212-636-6400
Fax: 212-636-7106
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