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    Accelerated Degree in Education (MS)

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    Rochester, USMSIn-person15 months
    $68,400.00
    Tuition
    over 15mo
    30
    Credits
    $70.00
    App fee

    Accelerated Degree in Education (MS) at University of Rochester is a 30-credit, 15-month, in-person MS program based in Rochester, US. Tuition is $68,400.

    About the program

    Five-year combined BA/BS + MS program that provides a liberal arts education followed by 15 months of graduate study at the Warner School of Education, preparing students for careers in teaching, counseling, human development, or related fields with options for specializations including elementary or secondary education.

    Focus: coursework
    #100 (U.S. News & World Report 2025 Best Graduate Education Programs)

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $16,146.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Accelerated Degree in Education (MS) at University of Rochester cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Accelerated Degree in Education (MS) at University of Rochester is $68,400 across 30 required credits.
    Is Accelerated Degree in Education (MS) at University of Rochester online or in-person?
    Accelerated Degree in Education (MS) at University of Rochester is offered in-person.
    How long does Accelerated Degree in Education (MS) at University of Rochester take to complete?
    Accelerated Degree in Education (MS) at University of Rochester is structured around 15 months and 30 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Accelerated Degree in Education (MS) at University of Rochester?
    Post-completion work rights for Accelerated Degree in Education (MS) at University of Rochester: 12 months OPT (US)