Central Connecticut State University School of Graduate Studies Early Childhood Education P.O. Box 4010 New Britain, CT 06050-4010 US   Phone: 1-888-SEE-CCSU or 1- Fax: 1-860-832-2362   At a Glance Program Requirements Tuition & Financial Aid Institution Overview Important Dates Upcoming Events Degrees: Program Format: Master's M.S.- Early Childhood Education On Campus   This program is designed for early childhood educators desiring to pursue graduate study to extend their knowledge of theory and practice in the field. It offers students an opportunity to assess pre-kindergarten/early learning experiences which impact young children in and out of the classroom. Graduate study in early childhood education provides a broad base for understanding the young learner, examines curricular issues related to early learning environments, and focuses on the changing population of children. Courses required in the advanced degree program include opportunities for exploration, reflection, decision-making, and development of research skills.     Accreditation Information:   # Of Credits Required:   Time To Degree:     Previous Degrees Pre-Requisite Courses International Student Requirements Requirements Qualifying Exam: Minimum Exam Score: GPA or Equivalent: English Proficiency: Research Competency: Clinical Internship:   Work Experience Volunteer Experience Publications Experience Foreign Language Requirement Other Requirements   Cost Per Credit Hour: $   Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:       # of Students Enrolled Full Time: 536  # of Students Enrolled Part Time: 1964  Average GPA:   Average Test Scores:   Charge Per Credit: $380  Annual Full Time Avg Institution Tuition: $11061  Financial Aid Offered: Yes  Average Work Experience: Less than 1 Year  Specializations:   # of Terms Per Year:   Placement Percentage:   Historically Black: No   Religious Affiliation: Not applicable