MASTER YOUR SKILLS. CHANGE THE WORLD.
The College of Mount Saint Vincent offers the best of all educational worlds: world-renowned graduate programs, superb academic quality, and the flexibility to work at the student’s own pace. Each professional and graduate degree program serves a diverse range of students, from recent graduates to working adults. Students can finish their education, move up in their career, or establish their professional life with a Mount graduate degree. Our programs are nationally accredited to ensure the highest level of quality. They are built upon the College of Mount Saint Vincent’s combination of liberal arts and real-world learning techniques, achieved through internships, research, and service. At the same time, programs are designed for convenience, affordability, and close mentoring. When beginning the application process, students find guidance on how to apply, register, and transfer credits. Our graduate advisors and professors are there every step of the way, providing all the information and resources you need to succeed. Classes are offered evenings and weekends and can be tailored to fit each individual’s working schedule.
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“ The College of Mount Saint Vincent educates the whole person—the heart, as well as the mind.”
— Charles L. Flynn, Jr., President
PROGRAMS OF STUDY Master of Business Administration • Health Care Management • International Business • Management of Nonprofit Organizations • Comprehensive
Master of Science in Education
• TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) • Adolescent Education and Special Education (Dual Certification) • Childhood Education and Special Education (Dual Certification)
Master of Science in International Development and Service
• International Development and Service • International Development and Service/M.B.A. (Concurrent Degree)
Master of Science in Nursing • Family Nurse Practitioner
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Accelerated Program) Education Certificate Program: Advanced Certificate in ESOL
We look forward to welcoming you to one of our many graduate programs, where you’ll gain the tools to build a professional life and the degree to make it happen. 2
Graduate students at the College of Mount Saint Vincent work closely with faculty who are experts and industry leaders in business, education, health care, and community development. Our professors are active in your graduate experience, helping students develop key analytical, critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills. This approach ensures graduates are equipped for ethical and responsible leadership roles in their selected field of study, both nationally and internationally.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION The M.B.A. program equips students with leadership skills and business acumen to serve both the profit and not-for-profit sectors. The program offers a student-centered learning environment within a curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). The ACBSP accreditation standards are modeled on the Baldridge National Quality Program, which focuses on a student-centered learning approach in the classroom. During your time in the program, students select coursework from a variety of concentrations, including: Health Care Management; International Business; Management of Nonprofit Organizations; and a comprehensive track, allowing students the opportunity to select desired courses of study from each concentration. Students work closely with faculty who are active in the region’s thriving business community, ensuring graduates are prepared for leadership and management roles.
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EDUCATION The M.S. in Education includes three degree options. For those who aspire to teach, our M.S. in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), the M.S. in Adolescent Education and Special Education (Dual Certification), and the M.S. in Childhood Education and Special Education (Dual Certification) offer value-centered curricula and real-world experience. Students learn how to create a productive learning environment for a diverse range of educational settings and students, while developing the specialized knowledge to effectively teach different student populations. Accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council, the Mount’s teaching programs are ideal for those with their sights sets on becoming educational leaders. Our graduates often lead the way, both formally and informally, and have a significant impact on their student’s lives and outcomes. Both education programs lead to New York State certification.
DUAL CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS: ADOLESCENT EDUCATION AND SPECIAL EDUCATION CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND SPECIAL EDUCATION Both the M.S. in Adolescent Education and Special Education (Dual Certification, Grades 7-12) and the M.S. in Childhood Education and Special Education (Dual Certification, Grades 1-6) are designed for career changers or recent college graduates who wish to receive a New York State teaching license. These 14-month accelerated programs consist of 45 credits and blend vital academic content with practical classroom teaching experience through Teaching Fellows residency programs. Fellows are paired with a classroom teacher who is also their mentor. Teaching Fellows work alongside their mentors in a grade-appropriate classroom, attend school-based staff meetings and professional development seminars, and assume instructional responsibilities as assigned. Before starting classroom-based activities in the fall, all Teaching Fellows attend a College of Mount Saint Vincent summer institute designed to provide the professional knowledge and skills upon which to build a successful career in education. In striving to make graduate school a realistic option for all students, applicants for these programs are automatically considered for scholarships that range from $10,000-$23,000. 4
TESOL The M.S. in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) is a 30-credit program, consisting of both professional and skills-based clinical courses. The curriculum is designed to prepare prospective teachers of English language learners from pre-kindergarten through grade 12. Students who successfully complete this course of study, and who pass the requisite teacher certification content specialty examination, will be eligible for New York State Initial Certification in TESOL. Prior to program completion, students must document completion of 12 credits in a foreign language(s) or sign language. Undergraduate coursework, graduate coursework, or equivalent credit on CLEP or NYU Proficiency will be accepted. Students who successfully complete this graduate program in TESOL will: • Fulfill the academic requirements for New York State initial/professional certification in TESOL. • Be recommended to New York State for initial/professional certification in TESOL K-12. • Be informed of the certification process prior to program completion.
EDUCATION CERTIFICATE PROGRAM: ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN ESOL The Advanced Certificate in ESOL offers a four-course sequence in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. This sequence of courses is specifically designed for individuals who hold an initial or professional certification in a discipline other than Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. This course of study will provide the foundational knowledge needed to successfully address the needs of English Language Learners.
INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICE The M.S. in International Development and Service prepares students to make a positive difference in the world. The program is designed to meet the international demand for socially responsive leaders who can facilitate partnerships in global and diverse communities.
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Students study a rigorous interdisciplinary curriculum, ranging across key issues such as social policy and development, global health, multicultural education, and more. The program integrates learning with substantive, hands-on volunteer service experiences in the United States, Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Students gain intercultural competency and learn how to navigate complex partnerships in global communities. They graduate ready to lead agencies that serve diverse populations: global nonprofits, community development organizations, and other service-based institutions. This theory-to-practice graduate program places students in a strong position to secure career-track employment upon graduation, often landing them job offers before they graduate. Please note: The M.S. in International Development and Service degree accommodates two cohorts per year (beginning in the Fall and Spring). Applicants may request program admission for either the Fall semester or the Spring semester.
CONCURRENT DEGREE: INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICE AND BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Our concurrent degree option combines the College’s M.S. in International Development and Service (IDS) and M.B.A. for as little as 18 additional credits. Students who choose the concurrent degree option will earn a second master’s degree by completing 18 to 27 additional credits through the M.B.A. program. The M.B.A. is distinctive and exclusive in higher education due to its focus on teaching management skills for under-resourced organizations, and it is specifically designed to complement the curriculum of the IDS program, which will equip students with the skills necessary to manage nonprofits and cater to the needs of vulnerable populations. From serving those in need to the nuts and bolts of budgeting, strategic planning, and policy implementation at the organizational level, graduate students gain a valuable portfolio of competencies from this concurrent degree program. 6
NURSING The M.S. in Nursing combines theory, experience, and research, preparing in-service nurses to advance their careers. The program offers a Family Nurse Practitioner specialization to prepare students for new roles in their profession. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking and scholarly inquiry, providing an appropriate foundation for doctoral study in nursing. The program prepares students to incorporate the latest knowledge into their nursing practice and to demonstrate a high degree of competence. Ultimately, students become contributors to the improvement of health care, health policy, and the advancement of the nursing profession.
ACCELERATED BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING DEGREE Accelerated Nursing provides an exceptional opportunity for individuals looking to begin a new career in nursing. Individuals with bachelor’s degrees from accredited colleges or universities in fields other than nursing can earn a nursing degree in a year and a half. Students can pursue Accelerated Nursing at the College’s Riverdale campus or at our midtown Manhattan location. Key benefits of the program include: • Completing your degree in a year and a half. • Studying five days per week with as many as 36 hours of weekly class and clinical hours. • Gaining the same rigorous nursing education enjoyed by students in our traditional undergraduate program. • Studying a curriculum that covers the full range of the profession, from health assessment and pathophysiology to maternity and leadership. • Studying with highly qualified faculty who bring extensive professional nursing experience into the classroom. • Gaining practical, real-world experience in clinicals, including training at the patient’s bedside. 6 7
VETERANS AND ACTIVE MILITARY The College of Mount Saint Vincent is proud to be a Yellow Ribbon School and welcomes active military and veterans who wish to further their education. We proudly invite those men and women with a civil service background to explore our degree options. Joseph Skelly, a professor of history with extensive military service, assists veterans transitioning from military service to the academic world. Dr. Skelly is a recent recipient of the General Douglas MacArthur Leadership Award, which recognizes company grade officers from the active Army, National Guard, and Army Reserve. Recipients embody leadership qualities demonstrated by General MacArthur and exhibit exceptional ability to ensure their soldiers are trained and ready to meet the highest standards necessary for the United States’ global missions. Veteran and active military students find an inclusive environment when attending the Mount that gives them the personal connection and support that helps them succeed in earning a bachelor’s or graduate degree.
CIVIL SERVANTS Within the School of Professional and Graduate Studies, there is a diverse population of students from varying backgrounds and careers. We proudly invite those men and women with a civil service background to explore our degree options if they are looking to return to school and further their education. Attending the College of Mount Saint Vincent means gaining the knowledge, skills, and credentials to launch a new career or further your education. Whether it be for Business, Education, Nursing, or International Development and Service, the Mount offers an inclusive environment to all who wish to pursue their dream of obtaining a graduate degree, professional degree, or certificate.
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AT A GLANCE ABOUT THE MOUNT The College of Mount Saint Vincent offers excellent academic and professional programs to more than 1,800 undergraduate and graduate students. We enjoy a 70-acre campus of rolling lawns and wooded hills overlooking the Hudson, just 12 miles from midtown Manhattan. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York in 1847, the College combines a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors in the liberal arts and, within the tradition of liberal education, selected professional fields of study. Education here extends beyond knowledge, skills, and preparation for work. At the Mount, we seek the development of the whole person. In the spirit of Vincent de Paul and Elizabeth Ann Seton, we foster an understanding of our common humanity, a commitment to human dignity, and a full appreciation of our obligations to each other.
TUITION AND FEES mountsaintvincent.edu/tuition Master’s Degree Programs M.S. in International Development and Service
$16,250
(including IPSL fee and overseas school tuition) (per term)
Adolescent Education and Special Education
$38,250
(program total)
TESOL
$1764
(on-campus | per 3 credit course)
TESOL
$1550
(off-campus: Rockland Teacher’s Center | per 3 credit course)
TESOL
$750
(off-campus: UFT | per 3 credit course)
Part-Time Master’s Degrees
$850
(M.B.A., M.S. in Education, M.S. in Nursing)
Clinical Fee
$200
(per clinical Nursing course)
per credit hour
Accelerated Nursing Degree Program Full-Time Tuition
$13,622
(per term)
Technology Fee
$270
(per term)
Nursing Program Fee
$625
(per term)
Academic Support Services Fee (per term)
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$280
FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIPS
mountsaintvincent.edu/financialaid
The College of Mount Saint Vincent offers an exceptional educational experience, and our financial aid programs and scholarships make college a realistic option for all qualified students. We encourage you to apply for financial aid and applicable scholarships.
ADMISSION AND DEGREE REQUIREMENTS To earn a master’s degree, a student must: • Be formally admitted (matriculated) to a degree program; • Complete the number of credits required by the graduate program; • Maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.0; • Complete all the requirements for the degree.
VISIT THE MOUNT
mountsaintvincent.edu/infosessions The School of Professional and Graduate Studies holds information sessions throughout the fall and spring. Please visit our website to register or contact us to learn more about upcoming events on campus.
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A rigorous and inclusive liberal arts college committed to the Catholic tradition and ecumenism, the College of Mount Saint Vincent boasts nationally recognized undergraduate and graduate programs. We combine a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors. Small class sizes and personalized attention provide our talented students with an exceptional academic experience. Education here goes beyond knowledge, skills, and preparation for work. At the Mount, we seek to develop the whole person—the heart as well as the mind.
MOUNTSAINTVINCENT.EDU/SPGS
For more information about our graduate programs, please contact the School of Professional and Graduate Studies.
COLLEGE OF MOUNT SAINT VINCENT 6301 Riverdale Avenue Riverdale, New York 10471 SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL AND GRADUATE STUDIES 718.405.3322 spgs@mountsaintvincent.edu
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