New York University

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.A.-Educational Theatre with Teacher Certification in Theatre, All Grades; M.A.-Dual Certification Program in Educational Theatre with Teacher Certification in Theatre, All Grades and English 7-12; M.A.-Dual Certification Program in Educational Theatre with Teacher Certification in Theatre, All Grades and Social Studies 7-12; M.A.-Educational Theatre in Colleges and Communities; 1.5 – 2.5 years (M.A. programs), Ed.D.-Teachers of Educational Theatre in High School; Ph.D.- Teachers of Educational Theatre in High School; Ed.D.-Educational Theatre for Colleges and Communities; Ph.D.- Educational Theatre for Colleges and Communities; 4-5 years (Ph.D., Ed.D.)

Program Description:

NYU Steinhardt offers the only academic program in the United States in educational theatre that leads to B.S., M.A., Ed.D., and Ph.D. degrees. The program emphasizes the applications of theatre in a range of community and educational settings, with course work in production and performance; criticism, aesthetics, and research; theatre and drama education; artist-in-residence strategies; and theatre for and by young people. It provides pathways of specialization in applied theatre, drama education, and play production for artists and educators. The program produces plays year-round for young and adult audiences with accompanying workshops and applied theatre projects in the Black Box Studio, the Provincetown Playhouse, and community venues. The program offers teacher certification preparation through the M.A. in Educational Theatre with Teacher Certification in Theatre, All Grades and the Dual Certification M.A. in Educational Theatre with English or Social Studies. Here, students are trained as theatre, English, or social studies teachers and are placed in field settings with cooperating mentors. Alternatively, students can enroll in the M.A. program in Educational Theatre for Colleges and Communities, where they explore and research the power of theatre in a range of contexts. The program offers internships and extensive experiences in a variety of professional settings, including nationally prominent theatres for young audiences; health and justice; media networks and schools; and government, arts, and community centers. The small and very selective doctoral programs emphasize scholarship and applied research and prepare graduates for faculty positions in universities and colleges throughout the world and for leadership positions in theatres and arts organizations. Graduate students in educational theatre may participate in study abroad programs in Dublin, London, and San Juan

Accreditation:

Steinhardt's teacher education programs are accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council. New York University is a member of the Association of American Universities and is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

Eligibility Requirements:

Applications to the M.A. programs are accepted twice yearly. The deadline is January 6 for the Teacher Certification M.A. programs and February 1 for the M.A. in Educational Theatre in Colleges and Communities for summer or fall entry, and the deadline is November 1 for spring entry (all M.A. programs). Applications to the doctoral program are reviewed once yearly. The deadline is December 1. To be considered for financial aid, all applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) using FAFSA on the Web. Submit the FAFSA by February 1 for the fall term and November 1 for the spring term. Full-time doctoral applicants who submit completed applications for admission by the December 1 deadline, regardless of country of citizenship, will receive consideration for funding.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

$1,314 USD

Financial Aid Offered: No

Format: Campus

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Extensive

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 20,000 and above