Master in Special Education and Teaching (Master's)

At Centenary University, tuition is Tuition and fees are listed in the Graduate Academic Catalog; specific amounts are not provided on this page..

Students complete online coursework focused on assessing children with special needs and addressing their social and communication challenges. They develop inclusive learning strategies through structured academic training and practical application. The programme prepares graduates to work directly with students who have diverse educational needs in school settings. Multiple credit options are available based on existing endorsements and certification status.

Focus areas include Assessment of children with special needs, Social and communication challenges in special education, Inclusive learning environments, Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant (LDT-C) endorsement, Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD) endorsement, Special education instruction.

The programme offers four credit options: 42, 39, 36, or 36 credits depending on prior certification. Courses cover assessment, inclusive practices, and student support strategies. No dissertation or capstone is mentioned; the structure is coursework-based.

Graduates work as Special Education Teachers, Resource Room Teachers, or Inclusive Education Specialists in public and private school settings.

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree. Specific requirements include prior certification for some tracks. Required documents include transcripts and application materials. No standardized test is mentioned.

The programme totals about 42 credit hours. Online, full-time or part-time, with no stated duration. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 97% of applicants.

Centenary University began in 1867, founded by the United Methodist Church. Its academic model combines a liberal arts foundation with career-focused learning and personal attention. More than 60 programs span associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, certificate, and licensure study. A 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio supports close faculty mentorship and individualized guidance.

Academic areas include Equine Studies and Animal Health, Theatre Arts, Business, Communications, Media and Writing, Education and Humanities, and Natural, Health, Social and Behavioral Sciences. The university also provides hands-on opportunities through its equestrian center in Washington Township. Students can build experience through learning connected with northern New Jersey and the New York City region.

The main campus is in historic Hackettstown, New Jersey, at 400 Jefferson Street. Campus life includes residence life, student organizations, theatre, gaming, service activities, and Cyclone athletics. Centenary competes in NCAA Division III sports, giving student-athletes a setting where academic, athletic, and personal development are linked. For prospective international students, the university offers a range of undergraduate and graduate options and promotes a personal application review that considers each applicant’s experiences, strengths, goals, and potential. Applications are free, and most programs do not require test scores or a personal essay, although selected graduate programs may have additional requirements.