Prospective MA Students

Do you have a passion for teaching and the curiosity to learn more about children through research and theory? If so, we invite you to consider our program, which offers both elementary teacher certification and a Master of Arts degree. Our program is well-suited to individuals interested in child-centered, evidence-informed teaching and the potential pursuit of a doctoral degree.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: DECEMBER 3, 2012

Welcome prospective Child Study and Education MA students!

Please choose among the links to the left to take you through the Admissions process, to access information on the requirements of our program, and to view sample schedules for Year 1 Fall and Winter terms.

In preparing to apply to our program, please note the following:

Both experience with children and grades are taken into consideration when processing applications.
Paid work experience managing groups of children is advantageous in terms of admission. It is important to demonstrate that you want to be a teacher and that you have worked in positions of responsibility.
If you haven't yet enrolled in a course in child development, it is recommended. Otherwise, you would have to take one as an elective should you be accepted into the program.
If you have earned at least a mid-B average in courses with a strong academic component and will have completed a 4-year undergraduate degree by our program start date in September, you will meet the minimum academic admission standard.
The Registrar’s Office will look at the average from your final year of study – so fourth year if your degree is complete or third year if you're in the final year of your program. Higher grades will raise an applicant's ranking for admission. It is important to take courses with an academic focus (e.g., psychology, sociology, English, history, etc.) to enhance your academic profile (as opposed to courses in, say, music or dance, etc.). Please note, though, that ICS is interested in students who have a wide range of courses - ideally, future teachers should have background in all areas that have relevance to teaching children.