MTEA Cohort
MTEA ONLINE COHORT - FALL 2024 - ENROLLING NOW!!!!
We will start our seventh full cohort in Fall 2024. All classes will be 100% online, so the entire master's degree can be completed from a distance or during non-work hours. The cohort will move through at the rate of 2 courses per semester, so in just 24 months, you can have a Master of Arts Degree in Early Childhood Education.
This is a non-licensure degree, but for students who already have licensure K-6, 1-6, K-12, etc. the courses will meet the requirements for an add-on PreK-3 license in the state of TN. Out of state students can get a special eRate.
Anyone with questions can contact Dr. Amy Malkus at malkus@etsu.edu or 410-463-0841.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Q. What if I would like to join in an off-cohort year?
A. If you want to get started right away, it is possible to join an already existing cohort in the spring or fall after it has started. Please be advised that if you do that, you may be off-track with the program and some classes might not be available as needed. However, the advisor will work hard with you to make sure that you are getting the classes that you need.
Q. What are the requirements for admission to the program?
A. We require a minimum 3.0 GPA at the undergraduate level for unconditional admission. Students with a 2.8-3.0 GPA are sometimes admitted conditionally depending on circumstances (e.g., letters of recommendation, work experience, etc.). Conditionally admitted students must have no less than a B in any of their first 3 graduate classes and a minimum 3.0 GPA overall in their first 9 hours in order to continue in the program.
Q. Are there any tests (e.g., GREs) required?
A. No.
Q. Do I need to be a licensed teacher in order to apply?
A. While many of our online cohort students are already licensed teachers, this is NOT a requirement. Anyone wishing to get a Master's Degree in Early Childhood is welcome to apply.
Q. How do apply?
A. You can apply online at https://www.etsu.edu/gradschool/applynow.php. Please mention in your application that you are interested in the MTEA Online Cohort.