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Social Studies Education (Grades 7-12)

Learn more about studying Social Studies Education (Grades 7-12) as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    18,600USD
  • Start date
    Sep
  • QS Ranking
    #677

Program overview

What The City University of New York says about their program:

Social Studies Education (Grades 7-12) is an undergraduate program at The City College of New York. It introduces students to the key ideas, methods, and applications of social studies teaching for grades 7-12, while building the academic and transferable skills needed for further study or professional work.

Students develop subject knowledge through a combination of lectures, discussion, practical work, and independent study. The Social Studies Teacher program encourages analytical thinking, clear communication, and the ability to apply learning to real-world questions.

With its location in New York City and its place within The City University of New York, the program gives students access to a diverse academic community and a broad range of learning opportunities.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of high school/ secondary education

English proficiency

  • English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.

English proficiency waivers

  • Prior Instruction in English

    Educated in a country where English is the official language or where instruction was primarily in English.

  • Standardized Testing Benchmarks

    Achieving an SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW) score of 480 or higher, or an ACT English score of 21+.

  • CUNY Proficiency Index

    Meeting the designated English Index score (65+) combining high school GPA and available test metrics.

  • Prior College Coursework

    Passing a U.S. college-level English Composition course with a grade of C or better at an accredited institution.

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree certificate or diploma
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of purpose or personal statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • Finance proof
  • Translations
  • Credential evaluations
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Required grades

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  • Grade Point Average (GPA)

    3.25

    Holistic

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Additional requirements

Documents

  • Complete academic record for all years of secondary school
  • National and external certificates, where applicable
  • Original documents and English translations, where applicable
  • Submit required academic records to the admissions office

Recommendations

  • Letter(s) of recommendation (optional).

Tests and examinations

  • English proficiency test

    TOEFL, IELTS, DUolingo, etc (if applicable).

  • Applicants may choose whether to submit SAT or ACT scores as part of their application (optional).

Students are encouraged to review the SAT/ACT Test Optional Policy and FAQs for additional information.

How to apply

Scholarships at The City University of New York

No scholarships currently available

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Fees

International students on F-1 or J-1 visas pay New York State non-resident tuition. For 2026–27, full-time tuition at a four-year CUNY college is approximately $18,600 per year, while community college tuition is approximately $9,600 per year, before additional college fees and living costs.

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What is the cost of living near The City University of New York?

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$3,712
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$2,223
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$130
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$67
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61· USA average
Monthly public transport pass$134
Monthly grocery basket$294
Books and study supplies (monthly)$125
Coffee shop drink$6
Cinema or cultural event ticket$21
Gym membership$118

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced), numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and cuny.edu (University published).

Visa requirements for The City University of New York

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