Admissions

For Adolescence Education Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) Applicants:

  • Applicants interested in graduate-level (masters and advanced certificate) programs in teaching and educational administration are no longer required to take the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) in New York State.
  • B.A. or B.S. in the content area of study (Biology, Chemistry, English, Mathematics, Social Studies, Spanish).  Each program has requirements relating to specific undergraduate courses that must be taken before entry so be sure to review the specific admissions page for the program in which you have interest. 
  • A cumulative and major undergraduate GPA of 3.0 (on a scale of 4) or the equivalent.
  • Two letters of recommendation, one from an academic source.
  • An admissions essay.
  • International students must present additional testing and documentation as part of our International Admissions Requirements, including TOEFL requirements, IELTS exam results, and document evaluations by ECE or WES.

For Adolescence Education Master of Science (M.S.) applicants:

  • Currently, the School of Education is not accepting Adolescence Education Master of Science (M.S.) applications.

For Literacy Education Master of Science (M.S.) applicants:

NOTE: Program accepts applications for fall semester entry only 
  • Applicants interested in graduate-level (masters and advanced certificate) programs in teaching and educational administration are no longer required to take the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) in New York State.
  • Initial or provisional certification in another discipline.
  • Submission of a Graduate Admissions Application and non-refundable application fee. 
  • Provide evidence of the completion of either an undergraduate or graduate degree in Education, or related field.
  • Have achieved a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a scale of 4) or the equivalent, in the highest earned degree.
  • Submission of two (2) letters of recommendation, at least one from an academic source.
  • An admissions essay. 
  • International students must present additional testing and documentation as part of our International Admissions Requirements, including TOEFL requirements, IELTS exam results, and document evaluations by ECE or WES.

How to Apply

Space is filled on a first-come, first-served basis; applications are accepted until such time as space is no longer available. Student can apply using the SUNY Old Westbury Online Graduate Admissions Application 

This application can be saved and filled out in stages.  Upon completion of the online form a confirmation page will appear with instructions for submitting your signature and application payment.  A $50 application fee must be submitted on-line to complete the admission process.  The remaining portions of the application (reference letters, transcripts and test scores) should be send electronically or mailed directly to the Office of Graduate Admissions at the following address:

SUNY Old Westbury
Admissions Office
P.O. Box 307 
Old Westbury, NY 11568
 

Visit the Graduate Admissions section of this website for further information. 

Tuition & Fees

As many students pursue graduate studies alongside their employment and other responsibilities, the cost of the program varies depending on how quickly they complete their coursework.  Learn more about Tuition and Fees.

*These fees are subject to change without notice.