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Monroe Community College

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At Monroe Community College, you’ll find affordable, high-quality education programs with hands-on experience and seamless transfer options to four-year schools.

You’ll learn in a dynamic environment with an innovative approach that empowers you to pursue your personal goals. With guidance from exceptional professors and staff, you’ll achieve success and become part of a community that drives economic development, supports New York and inspires pride.

  • College or University
  • Rochester

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  • Online Application
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Community College Pathways

Associate of Science Degree (Teacher Education Transfer)

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  • From 24 to 60 months

    Program Duration

  • In-person, Online

    Program Format

  • Pre-Test Required

    No

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Program

Program Info

The Teacher Education Transfer programs are designed for future teachers. You’ll earn an Associate of Science degree and start your journey toward a bachelor’s degree and New York State teacher certification. You can choose from the following programs: 

  • Early Childhood Education (birth- grade 2)
  • Childhood Education (grades 1-6)
  • Adolescence Education (grades 7-12) 

You’ll learn the basics of teaching in the classroom while exploring key aspects of the profession. With a balanced curriculum that includes education classes, general education requirements, and courses within your chosen academic major, you’ll be ready for seamless transfer to a four-year school. 

Monroe Community College is proud to be the first community college in the nation invited to join the prestigious International Honor Society, Pi Lambda Theta. As a student, you can apply for membership. 

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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

  • $5,050

    In State Tuition

  • $10,100

    Out of State Tuition

  • $0

    Application Fee

Ways to Lower Your Costs

Students at Monroe Community College have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with Monroe Community College to see if you can, too!

Amount
Description

Full tuition

Grants, Stipends, Scholarships

This degree is part of the New York State Free Community College program, which covers the costs of tuition, fees, books, and supplies after other forms of tuition assistance, such as New York State Tuition Assistance Program, are applied. To be eligible for free tuition in a high-demand field at a SUNY community college, you must meet the following criteria:
✔ New York State resident
✔ 25-55 years old at time of enrollment
✔ No college degree
✔ Planning to study full-time or part-time in an eligible degree program

Up to $6,000

Work Study, Working While Still Enrolled

You could earn up to $6,000 through work-study, depending on your financial need.

For more information visit:Financial Aid Office

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Own the application process. Meet with a career advisor today to make a plan for how you will apply.