MEd Early Childhood Education at University of Pittsburgh

Programme overview

Participate in studies with an emphasis on developing relationships with the families of young children and working collaboratively with other professionals.

Faculty: School of Education | Duration: 30 credits | Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States

What you will study

The Early Childhood Education MEd is a 30-credit program designed to prepare students to work in a variety of settings that support the learning and development of young children.

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Application information

Entry requirements

There are no specific prerequisites for the program, although students should have an interest of working in the field of study. Bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 2.5

Domestic applicants: USD 27,412 a year (2026-27). Pennsylvania-resident graduate tuition, School of Education, full-time two terms (fall and spring). Tuition only; mandatory fees and other expenses excluded. Source

International applicants: USD 49,272 a year (2026-27). Out-of-state (non-PA resident) graduate tuition, School of Education, full-time two terms (fall and spring). Tuition only; mandatory fees and other expenses excluded. Source

Entry terms (Fall, Spring, Summer) and deadlines are set by each school or department; the University's graduate catalog lists Fall, Spring and Summer terms for new graduate students.

Graduate and professional applications are made online to the school or department of intended study, with deadlines set by each school or department; official English-test results are required from applicants from countries where English is not the official language.

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