Overview

Program Details

The advanced certificate in Fine Arts and Music Education program from Hofstra University is intended for individuals who hold a master's degree or higher. Students are required to have a major or equivalent (a minimum of 40 s.h. for music and a minimum of 48 s.h. for fine arts) in an appropriate content area (or related area) during either their undergraduate or graduate study.

In subsequent paragraphs the standard requirements and options are outlined. Substitutions will be permitted with advisement where, in the light of the student's background and academic preparation, other courses are seen by the department to be appropriate.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Development and Learning in Childhood and Adolescence

Information Technology for Teachers

The Exceptional Child

Inclusion in Today's Schools

General Methods of Teaching

Curriculum and Instruction in Art: Elementary

Curriculum and Instruction in Art: Secondary

Literacy for Special Subjects Teachers

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 30 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

26 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hempstead, United States

Disciplines

Music Art Education Fine Arts View 126 other Masters in Fine Arts in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A completed application form to the program.
A bachelor's degree with a major (or equivalent) in the content area in which certification will be sought and a master's degree or an equivalent advanced degree in the content area where certification is being sought.
A minimum overall GPA of 3.0 on all undergraduate course work, or its equivalent (e.g., a 3.0 in a completed graduate program). We encourage you to submit all transcripts from your undergraduate work and any graduate work for consideration.
A minimum GPA of 2.75 on course work in the liberal arts and sciences.
A minimum GPA of 2.75 on course work in the content area in which certification is being sought.
A written personal statement of professional intent and rationale.
Two letters of reference that address the applicant's potential to succeed in the teaching profession and in graduate course work.
An interview, audition, and/or portfolio.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

17628 USD / year

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Out-of-State

17628 USD / year

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In-State

17628 USD / year

≈ 17628 USD / year

Living costs

Hempstead

United States

1300 - 2834 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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