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Child Study & Early Education MEd Admissions

Admissions

Apply to the Child Study & Early Education master's program through the Graduate School Website. 

Application Timeline

The application deadline for fall admission is December 1. Applicants typically receive admissions decisions in early March. 

Prerequisites 

  • Bachelor's degree in any field
  • Previous experience working with children, can be a practicum experience
  • GRE is not required

Required Materials 

  • Two letters of reference
  • Personal statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Transcripts
  • Online application, located at the graduate school website

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Seon Yeong Yu

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Program Coordinator, Children, Families and Schools
Email: seonyeon [at] educ [dot] umass [dot] edu
Phone: (413) 545-0010

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