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Early Childhood Education Prospective Students On-Campus and Online M.A.E.

On-Campus and Online M.A.E. 

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Program Overview

The Master of Arts in Education (MAE) program with an emphasis in early childhood is designed for applicants who have an interest in working on issues of practice or policy as they relate to early childhood. The MAE is offered in three tracks: an on-campus track focused on early childhood and two asynchronous online tracks. The program does not lead to teacher certification and is not an initial teacher preparation program.

Scholarship and Funding Opportunities

Unique opportunities are available to support education professionals seeking to earn their Early Childhood Education degree. We encourage you to explore the following avenues for tuition and resource support.

Program Highlights

The University of Florida’s Master of Arts in Education (MAE) in Early Childhood combines rigorous coursework with flexible delivery formats to prepare emerging leaders in the birth-to-age-eight field. This MAE program emphasizes curriculum, child development, assessment, and advocacy. It is ideal for professionals seeking to deepen their expertise, influence early learning practice or policy, or advance into leadership roles.

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General Childhood Studies Track (On-Campus Courses)

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Early Childhood Care and Education Policy Track (Online Courses)

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Early Childhood Practitioner Leader Track (Online courses)

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    Program Requirements

    • A bachelor’s, master’s, or terminal degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a degree deemed equivalent by the University Of Florida Office Of Admission.
    • A minimum grade point average of 3.0 upper-division (last 60 credits) undergraduate work.
    • An acceptable grade point average for previous graduate work.

    Program Highlights

    Entry: Fall Semester Only
    Typical Course Load: 6-9 credit hours per semester
    Average Class Size: 20
    Application Deadline: December 15 (Traditional Early Childhood Track); February 15 (Early Childhood Policy Track, Early Childhood Practitioner Leader Track)
    Program Completion: 2 years if full time 

    How to Apply to Early Childhood Education – General Studies Track (on-campus program)

    How to Apply to Early Childhood Education – Policy Track and Practitioner Leader Track (online programs)

    Program of Study (.PDF)