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Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
- New Rochelle, United States
- 2.67 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Two-year diploma preparing students to work with young children, Families and communities.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate concepts and methods in Early Childhood Education to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Four semesters of child development
- Observation and documentation. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Early Childhood Educator
- Special Needs Educator
- Infant Toddler Educator (certification routes)
Curriculum
- Four semesters of child development
- Observation and documentation
- Guiding and caring
- Health and nutrition
- Infant-toddler care
- Working with families
- Inclusive practice and administration
- Each paired with a practicum (Practicum I to IV). A pass in all practicums and 70% in each course are required.
Entry requirements
Academic
- High school diploma or equivalent (recognised international credentials listed by country) with a GPA of C (70) or higher
- Or a recognised associate degree
- Online essay
- SAT/ACT not mandatory
- English proof if English is not the first language
- Nursing
- Education and clinical programmes have extra admission steps.. Entry grade detail: High school GPA of C (70) or higher (C+ 75 for Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Surgical Technology and Practical Nursing).
Accepted academic background
High school diploma or equivalent (international credentials listed by country on the site).
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT Requires manual verification
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results.
How to apply
- Check the entry requirements and deadline: Winter 2027 is 1 Nov 2026 for applicants outside the US. Apply through Monroe University's admissions portal and pay the 35 USD application fee. Upload the high school transcript and diploma
- A 250-word essay and proof of English proficiency. SAT and ACT scores are optional. Optionally record a self-guided interview in the portal. Receive the decision in the portal and pay the 100 USD international acceptance confirmation fee. Receive the I-20 and apply for the F-1 student visa.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $19,800 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $35 USD |
| Deposit | $100 USD |
Program details
| Campus | New Rochelle |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Education |
| Department | Early Childhood Education |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Institution-level scholarship eligibility may vary by academic record, Applicant category and chosen program, Confirm current award terms. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Nov 2027
353 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2.67 years.
The next deadline is 1 Nov 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $19,800 USD per year. The application fee is $35 USD. The deposit is $100 USD. The estimated living cost is $22,725 USD.
Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT Requires manual verification. An interview is required.

