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CUNY Queens College

About

Queens College, part of the City University of New York (CUNY), offers a high-quality, affordable education with a strong focus on hands-on experience. Located in the heart of Queens, the campus covers 80 acres and has 36 buildings, providing a true college experience.

Queens College offers New York State teacher certification through undergraduate and graduate programs in a variety of subjects and grade levels. The School of Education prepares future teachers to advocate and lead in a changing world. With experienced faculty, strong professional connections, and a vibrant campus community, you'll gain the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career.

  • College or University
  • Queens, NY

Institution Links

  • Admissions
  • Financial Aid Office
  • Online Application

Teacher Certification Program Achievements and Recognition:

  • Teacher exam pass rate: Average pass rate of 89 percent for undergraduates and 92 percent for graduates on Content Specialty Tests. 
  • Employment rate: As of March 2023, 61 percent of 2019-20 teacher certification program graduates were employed by New York City schools, with 90 percent securing jobs within three years. Many grad program students are already hired before completing their programs.
  • Minority-serving institution: Recognized for its commitment to serving students from a wide range of backgrounds.
     
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Programs

Bachelor’s & certification

Undergraduate Teacher Certification Programs

  • 48 months

    Program Duration

  • In-person

    Program Format

  • Pre-Test Required

    No

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Program

Program Info

Queens College offers undergraduate programs leading to initial New York State teacher certification in the following grade levels and subjects: 

  • Early childhood education (birth-grade 2)
  • Childhood education (grades 1-6)
  • Literacy education
  • Bilingual education
  • Secondary education (choose from multiple content areas) 

All undergraduate programs prepare you to support learning and development, taking into account the unique family, cultural and community contexts of students and schools. 

 

Upcoming Deadlines

  • Deadlines

    Program Start

  • Jul. 01, 2025

    Fall

  • Sep. 15, 2025

    Spring

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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

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  • $6,930

    In State Tuition

  • $14,880

    Out of State Tuition

  • $65

    Application Fee

Ways to Lower Your Costs

Students at CUNY Queens College have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with CUNY Queens College to see if you can, too!

Amount
Description

Varies

Grants, Stipends, Scholarships

There are a number of scholarship opportunities specifically for students studying education. The opportunities and amounts can vary by year and semester. Learn more: https://qc-cuny.academicworks.com/opportunities

Varies

Work Study, Working While Still Enrolled

Work-study opportunities are available on campus for eligible students at $18/hr. Other employment opportunities are available on campus, and you can also find employment off-campus. 

For more information visit:Financial Aid Office

Certifications

Biology (grades 7-12)
Chemistry (grades 7-12)
Childhood Education/Elementary Education (grades 1-6)
Earth Science (grades 7-12)
English Language Arts (grades 7-12)
Physics (grades 7-12)
Social Studies (grades 7-12)
Visual Arts (all grades)

Stats

Gender

  • Male

  • Female

    26%

    74%

Ethnicity

  • American Indian or Alaskan Native

  • Asian

  • Black

  • Hispanic/Latino

  • Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander

  • White

  • Two or more races

    0%

    16%

    8%

    29%

    0%

    45%

    2%

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