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Special Education (M.A.T.) Autism Spectrum Disorders Specialization
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Get started on your Special Education (M.A.T.) Autism Spectrum Disorders application here:
Special Education (M.A.T.) with endorsement in:
- Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD) with specialization in Autism Spectrum Disorders
Admission requirements:
- A completed graduate application form, including a $55 non-refundable application fee
- A 250-500 word essay discussing your goals and objectives for pursuing admission to the degree program to which you are applying
- Official transcripts from all previous colleges attended or official NACES course-by- course evaluation of any foreign transcripts
- Two (2) letters of recommendation
- Official copy of GRE scores or waiver
- A copy of any teaching certification (a list of your certifications can be downloaded on NJDOE website)
- Official documentation of English Language Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS) or waiver if applicable
Pre-requisites:
- Must hold a current NJ standard or CEAS teaching certificate, OR
- Must submit a proof of completion of any NJDOE approved alternate route program, OR
- Must be active in NPTNJ.
Priority Application Deadlines:
Domestic Applicants
Fall: July 1
Spring: December 1
International Applicants:
This program is not currently available for international students seeking an F-1 Student Visa
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We encourage you to contact graduate admissions with questions about our graduate programs, to get answers to your graduate application questions, or to schedule a visit to NJCU.
Hepburn Hall, Room 206
Phone: 201-200-3409
Toll-Free Phone: 877-652-8472
Fax: 201-200-2044
Email: gradadmissions@njcu.edu
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Summer Hours:
Mon – Fri, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.