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37 Master's degrees offered by the university
Teaching World Languages and English to Speakers of Other Languages
The Master of Arts in Teaching World Languages and English to Speakers of Other Languages from Hofstra University is a 37-credit program intended primarily for international students who wish to become teachers of Languages Other Than English (LOTE) and Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).
English Education
The Master of Science in Education in English Education program from Hofstra University that requires an undergraduate major or equivalent (with a minimum of 36 s.h.) in English. The course of study leads to New York state initial teacher certification in English language arts (Grades 7-12).
Graduate Pathway in Literacy Studies, Birth-Grade 6 or Grades 5-12
This Graduate Pathway in Literacy Studies, Birth-Grade 6 or Grades 5-12, Pre-Master from INTO Hofstra University will prepare you to enter your next semester of a master’s degree program at Hofstra University.
Fine Arts Education
Fine Arts Education program by Hofstra University leads to initial certification as a teacher in visual arts in all grades.
Music Education
This Music Education program from Hofstra University is designed to prepare students with the comprehensive knowledge and skills required to succeed in today's schools.
Literacy Studies, Birth-Grade 6 or Grades 5-12
The Literacy Studies, Birth-Grade 6 or Grades 5-12 program from Hofstra University reflects advances in literacy research and policies by the New York State Board of regents regarding learning standards.
Health Education
This Health Education graduate program from Hofstra University prepares you to teach health education at all grade levels in public and private schools and leads to New York state teacher certification.
Curriculum Studies
The Curriculum Studies program from Hofstra University is for students interested in pursuing studies in the development of elementary, middle school, and high school curriculum, but who are not interested in receiving New York state teacher certification.
Foreign Language Education
The Foreign Language Education course of study from Hofstra University leads to New York state initial certification, valid for teaching languages other than English in grades 7-12.
Fine Arts and Music Education
The advanced certificate in Fine Arts and Music Education program from Hofstra University leading to initial New York state certification for elementary, middle, and secondary school teachers.
Graduate Pathway in Literacy Studies, Birth-Grade 6 or Grades 5-12 (non-certification)
This Graduate Pathway in Literacy Studies, Birth-Grade 6 or Grades 5-12 (non-certification), Pre-Master from INTO Hofstra University will prepare you to enter your next semester of a master’s degree program at Hofstra University.
Special Education (Grades 1-6) - in Inclusive Elementary
The Special Education (Grades 1-6) - in Inclusive Elementary program from Hofstra University goal is to develop ethical scholar-practitioners who will be committed to social justice and dedicated to reflective, participatory and collaborative teaching processes.
School Counseling
Hofstra University's Master of Science in Education (MSEd) in School Counseling is designed to provide students with the educational preparation to qualify for initial certification as a school counselor in New York State.
Elementary Education: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
The Master of Arts program in Elementary Education: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) at the Hofstra University is designed for experienced elementary school teachers who seek the skills, knowledge, and dispositions to integrate the teaching of these areas.
Early Childhood Education
The master's program in Early Childhood Education is offered by the Hofstra University's Department of Teaching, Learning and Technology. This program is registered with the New York State Education Department.
Special Education Early Childhood Intervention (Birth-Grade 2)
The Special Education Early Childhood Intervention (Birth-Grade 2) program at the Hofstra University consists of core courses in early childhood special education, including a student teaching experience as well as research-based courses in applied behavior analysis.
Secondary Special Education Generalist
The Secondary Special Education Generalist program from Hofstra University is designed for individuals who wish to teach students with disabilities on the secondary level in a variety of settings including self-contained classrooms, resource rooms, or in inclusive programs as a consultant teacher or integrated co-teacher.
Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL)
The Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) program from Hofstra University is designed to blend on-campus preparation with field experiences in a variety of school settings, culminating in full-time student teaching.
Secondary Education
The Secondary Education program from Hofstra University is granting program leading to initial New York state certification necessary for secondary school and vocational secondary school teachers.
Special Education - MSEd in Inclusive Secondary
This Special Education - MSEd in Inclusive Secondary program from Hofstra University leads toward the New York state initial/professional certificate to teach adolescent education, grades 7-12 in social studies, mathematics, sciences, English or foreign languages, as well as Students with Disabilities 7-12 generalist with extensions in the content areas.