Colgate University
About
Colgate University, located in Hamilton, New York, is a private, non-profit liberal arts institution that is recognized among the nation's top liberal arts colleges, known for its academic excellence, intellectual rigor and global learning opportunities. Founded in 1819, Colgate today enrolls nearly 3,200 undergraduate students, which supports close mentorship and deeper inquiries with faculty, who are dedicated to preparing you for your role in leadership.
Through Colgate's Department of Educational Studies, you can pursue a teaching certificate in areas such as Childhood, Inclusive Childhood and Secondary education at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Committed to student success, graduates are prepared to become reflective and socially conscious educators who can bring critical thinking, equity and innovation into their classrooms.
Colgate University Achievements and Recognition:
- Named a Champion of Change for positive programming that brings change to students and communities in New York. Presented in partnership with the Oneida Indian Nation and Madison-Oneida Board of Cooperative Educational Services.
- Granted a PhysTEC Fellowship as part of the Physics Teacher Education Coalition, which recognizes faculty from institutions with a strong desire to grow their physics education programs.
Program Info
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Application Fee & Annual Tuition
$48,804
In State Tuition
$50
Application Fee
Ways to Lower Your Costs
Students at Colgate University have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with Colgate University to see if you can, too!
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Grants, Stipends, Scholarships
As a graduate student, Colgate will contribute 80 percent of your tuition as part of its commitment to support quality public education.
You will also have access to additional financial aid by filing for the FAFSA to help reduce further costs.
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Work Study, Working While Still Enrolled
A graduate assistantship may be available to you as a graduate student. A graduate assistantship is a paid academic position that helps reduce how much you need to borrow to pay for tuition. Working in a graduate assistantship, you will help assist the Teacher Preparation Program in a variety of ways, based on program needs. Hourly rates vary, and you will work a maximum of 10 hours.
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Certifications
Chemistry (grades 7-12)
Childhood Education (grades 1-6)
Earth Science (grades 7-12)
English Language Arts (grades 7-12)
Mathematics (grades 7-12)
Physics (grades 6-12)
Social Studies (grades 7-12)
Special Education