Master of Science in Elementary Education
The University of Bridgeport's MS in Elementary Education program provides educators with the opportunities for in-depth study of subject content, techniques and materials appropriate to contemporary classrooms within a structured framework of field concentration and professional development.
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Inspire and Lead with an MS in Elementary Education
*Program length may vary by individual
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University of Bridgeport has relationships with 60+ school districts in Connecticut and Westchester, NY.
Credits Required
- 39 credits for master's & certification
- 9 credits of foundational coursework
- 24 hours of professional education requirements
- 12-14 week residency
Time to Completion
Program can be completed in 15 months for master's & certification.
Resident Teaching
The Resident Teaching experience is a full 70 days of teaching in a school under the direction of a trained Cooperating Teacher. The arrangement for the placements is made through the School of Education and are also supervised by University staff.
Certification to teach grades 1-6
Earn your Master's in Elementary Education in CT
As the most popular certification program in the School of Education, UB’s MS in Elementary Education offers the courses and classroom experience you need to successfully teach in elementary classrooms.
You will gain extensive knowledge about teaching elementary subjects including literacy, mathematics, social studies and science. UB also gives you the opportunity to put these skills to work through our tuition-paid internship or hands-on field experience. We work with more than 60 districts throughout Connecticut and the adjacent districts in New York to provide you with practical experiences in a school close to your home.
Advisors will assist you with your MS in Elementary Education class selection and the state teacher certification process.
If you already have a master’s degree, you can complete the program at a 6th Year Certificate of Advanced Study level.
Our candidates earn a Master’s degree and initial Connecticut teaching certification in elementary education which emphasizes evidence-based practice combined with a strong understanding of pedagogy and research.
- Dr. Nancy K. DeJarnette, EdD
UB Expert Faculty
Nancy DeJarnette, EdD
Dr. Nancy DeJarnette is the Director of the School of Education, Elementary Education and Accreditation at the University of Bridgeport. She has become nationally recognized for her research in STEM education at the elementary level. Additional expertise includes instructional literacy in the elementary school. She has over thirteen years of experience in educator preparation.
Steven Rosenberg, EdD
Dr. Rosenberg is in his tenth year as the Director of Literacy in the MS Elementary Education Program of the Graduate School of Education. He was an adjunct professor for ten years in the Literacy and Special Education Departments of Manhattanville College, Purchase, NY. He was a Regular and Special Educator and Literacy Specialist and has consulted to schools in NYC, Ontario, Canada and Connecticut. He has presented at conferences of the International Dyslexia Association, the International Literacy Association and the Connecticut Literacy Association.
Lori Noto, PhD
Dr. Noto received her doctorate at the University of Kansas in Special Education with a specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis. She is the Director of the 092/CAS Educational Leadership program who also teaches the foundations classes in the teacher preparation program, instructing students across the elementary and secondary certification programs. Her expertise is in supporting students with disabilities who have challenging behaviors and mental health needs.
The Office of Student Financial Services at UB will help bring your goals within reach by connecting you with a variety of federal, state and private programs that offer loans, grants, scholarships and other awards. There are many financial aid options available to prospective students.
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