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That's why we've listed the most frequently asked ones here.
And if you don't find an answer to your question,
call us toll free at 1-877-922-2483 or contact
us today to find out what you need to know about advancing your
New York career in education through the Alfred University Downstate
degree program.
Choose a Master’s Degree FAQ area of interest:
General Master’s
Degree FAQ's
Q. What are the Alfred University Downstate
Degree Programs?
A. They are a MS (Master of Science) Degree in Literacy
and a MS (Master of Science) Degree in School Counseling offered
by Alfred University. The Master’s Degree in Literacy, combined
with K-6 Initial New York State Certification, will meet the requirements
for professional certification in your initial certification subject
area. Students in the Master’s Degree in School Counseling
achieve provisional certification upon receiving their degree. Graduated
students may apply for permanent certification after they work for
two years and complete an additional 12 graduate credits.
Q. How long does it take to complete the Master's
Degree Program?
A. The 30-credit Master’s Degree in Literacy can
be completed in 18 months. The 48-credit Master’s Degree in
School Counseling can be completed in 22 months.
Q. How can the Master's Degree Program aid
me professionally?
A. The Master’s Degree in Literacy qualifies you
to be a reading teacher, literary coordinator, literacy specialist
or classroom teacher.
A. The Master’s Degree in School Counseling
qualifies you to be a school guidance counselor.
Q. I'd like to take a particular course, but
I don't have a car. Can I get there by public transportation?
A. All of the locations in Brooklyn, Manhattan, Long Island
and Queens are accessible by public transportation. When you register
for a class, we will send you more specific directions.
Q. Can I take one or more courses without
pursuing the Master's Degree?
A. Yes. You may take these courses for salary advancement.
Q. How do I obtain a transcript from Alfred
University?
A. At the completion of each course you will receive an
Alfred University Transcript Request Form. For more transcript information
please call 1-877-922-2483.
Q. I cannot wait for a transcript; my job
needs something now. Can the Alfred University Downstate program
write a letter for me?
A. Yes we can; it will take approximately three - four
business days to receive.
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Transfer of Credits
FAQs
Q. Is it possible to transfer
graduate credits into the Master's Program?
A. Alfred University program may accept up to six credits
(or two courses). Alfred University faculty will determine the appropriateness
of course con
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Matriculation
FAQs
Q. How do I obtain a matriculation packet
or application?
A. Call the Alfred University Downstate degree program
office at 1-877-922-2483.
Learn more about the Master's in Public Service Administration, Master’s
in Literacy, or the Master’s
in School Counseling.
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