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Pace University

New York , New York ,United States

Early Childhood Extension Certification

New York State certified teachers in Childhood 1–6 can get the Early Childhood Extension by completing two early childhood development courses and passing the CST Multi-Subject: Teachers of Early Childhood (Birth–Grade 2) exams (211/212/245). Apply for this extension through your individual pathway.

 

Campus Information

WESTCHESTER CAMPUS

The 200-acre Westchester Campus recently had a makeover. Now it's got state-of-the-art residential, athletic, and academic facilities—including VR and simulation labs, a cutting-edge media production studio, and environmental center. We’ve invested significantly in our 200-acre campus to build brand-new academic, research, residential, and athletic facilities, as well as a renovated and expanded student center. You’ll love where you live, learn, study, eat, and play.

NEW YORK CITY CAMPUS

New York is where innovation, creativity, and power meet. And it's all yours. When you're ready to recharge, Pace's state-of-the-art facilities are here for you. Study and lounge at the Fishbowl. Meet friends at the Student Center. Then kick back in your residence hall nearby. What they say is true: if you can make it here, you can make it anywhere. NYC is home to some of the world's biggest companies and a network of successful faculty, alumni, and peers, who will help you work your way from a cubicle to a corner office.

Intakes

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Application Processing Time in Days: 60

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

  • A bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution (official transcripts documenting degree must be submitted).
  • A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. (Upon the recommendation of the Dean, Graduate Faculty Admissions Committee, or the director of Student Support Services or program coordinators, candidates whose GPA is less than 3.0 may be admitted on a conditional/provisional basis, provided that it is determined that the candidate has the necessary knowledge and skills to complete the program successfully.)
  • Submission and review of official transcripts from ALL institutions attended.
  • Completion of the application process including a personal statement, two letters of recommendation, and, in some cases, an admission interview.
  • Admission to Initial certification programs in the School of Education (that is, candidates who seek teacher certification in NY for the first time) requires the GRE General Test. The admissions decision takes into account the candidate’s whole application, including transcripts, statement of purpose, letters of recommendation, and the GRE.
  • Please note for international students:
  • If you are an F-1 visa holder, you may not take more than one online class per semester and must be a full time student for the duration of your program. Please note that F-1 visa holders cannot take an all online or majority online program in the United States. We offer many programs for F-1 visa holders that take place on our New York and Pleasantville campuses.

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