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Master of Arts - Early Childhood Educational Psychology

Northridge campus — Northridge, California, United States

Study Level: Postgraduate · Master's Degree
Duration: To be confirmed
Study Mode: To be confirmed
Next Intake: January 2027
Tuition Fee: USD 16,542
Application Fee: USD 100
Scholarships Available: None listed
Post-Study Work Information: Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status: Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The specific objectives of the Master of Arts in Education with an option in Educational Psychology and an emphasis in Early Childhood Education (ECE) are: To prepare students to assume leadership positions in early childhood care and education in a variety of educational, health and mental health-settings institutions concerned with children from the prenatal stage through age 8. Academic career choices of students selecting this emphasis typically include: Instructor of child development courses in community colleges. Parent educator in public adult education or in a variety of private settings. Specialist working with hospitalized children and in programs serving families with high-risk infants and young children. Coordinator of community program services for young children and their families. Lead teacher, supervisor or director of programs. Child advocate working in various social policy agencies. To prepare students to enter doctoral programs in early childhood education with a view to teaching at the university level, conducting research in child development, planning and administering programs, or developing public policy. To provide students with knowledge of child development, adult-child interaction, cultural and language diversity, and biological and environmental factors influencing families and their young children and community staff-family collaborations. This program is aligned with the Professional Standards for Advanced Students (master’s level) as specified by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in concert with the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). Students must complete courses with a grade of “B” or better to make satisfactory progress in the program. Students earning less than a grade of “B” will be required to meet with their faculty advisor to determine if they may continue in the program.

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Credential: Master's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee: USD 16,542
Application fee: USD 100
Deposit required: Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees: Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes: January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline: 31 October 2026
Application status: Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability: Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Northridge campus

Northridge, California, United States

18111 Nordhoff Street

Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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About the Institution

Picture a beautiful campus in sunny Los Angeles with acres of green space, palm trees and contemporary architecture. Add academically competitive programs taught by respected scholars and researchers, and modern facilities equipped with 21st-century technology, with a focus on practical training and internships. Wrap it up in an environment that is supportive, nurturing and friendly. California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is a vibrant, diverse university community of 38,310 students and more than 4,000 faculty and staff, sited on a 356-acre campus in the heart of Los Angeles' San Ferna...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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