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With over 35 majors and minor areas of concentration, Elmira College lays the foundation for a diverse, cross discipline education, encouraging you to both specialize and explore.
Grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, Elmira College provides a collaborative and supportive environment that enables students to become active learners, effective leaders, responsible community members, and globally engaged citizens.
The legacy of academic excellence at Elmira College runs deep with a heritage and culture that have been forward-thinking from day one, as the first college for women with a course study equivalent to men's.
At Elmira, you’ll have opportunities that shape your future, raise your sights and equip you with targeted tools and skills to succeed in the professional world. Join a community that’s close-knit, fun-loving, and just the right amount of quirky.
Elmira College makes a private education more affordable than you realize, with a number of ways to get the financial assistance you may need. Our financial aid office can guide you through options, including scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs.
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Elmira College provides you with a foundation for future success.
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Elmira College alumni stay connected and engaged with the College long after they graduate.
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With over 35 majors and minor areas of concentration, Elmira College lays the foundation for a diverse, cross discipline education, encouraging you to both specialize and explore.
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Advance your career with a master's degree from Elmira College and see what new professional chapter awaits you.
Designed for both recent college graduates and working professionals, the graduate programs at Elmira College set the stage for your future. Many courses are offered online or through a hybrid of online and on-campus learning. Graduate degrees at Elmira can be completed in 12-15 months.
"I really liked that they were going to be smaller class sizes, so I felt I was going to have better interactions. And I could complete this program in a year and walk away with a teaching certificate, so it checked every box for me."
–Alicia Janke MSEd '21
Earn your Master of Science in Education (MSEd) from Elmira through our flexible, fully online courses in just 12 months and make a real impact by shaping the future of generations to come. With a supportive, close-knit faculty, you will be given in-field experiences such as student teaching to help hone your skills.
Our Master of Science (MS) in General Management is structured so you can complete the program within a 12-month to two-year time frame. Through this hybrid program, you’ll gain hands-on experiences to set you up for success in a wide range of industries. Advanced certificates are also available for students who don’t want to pursue a degree.
If you aren’t interested in pursuing a degree but still want to improve your skills, you can earn an advanced certificate or take courses through non-degree study. Learn more about what we have to offer.
Studying at Elmira is one of the most financially sound decisions you can make. Why? Because we offer one of the lowest tuition prices of any four-year private college or university in the region. The earlier you prepare for getting into college, the more time you’ll have to explore the many financial aid resources we have available, which means more savings for you.
If you have questions about the admissions process or how to take advantage of some of the career resources we have available, get in touch with us. We're happy to answer your questions!
Ashley Boyd
Administrative Coordinator
Graduate & Professional Studies
aboyd@hongxinbq.net
graduate@hongxinbq.net
We’ve gathered some of the questions we hear the most so you can get the answers right away.
Can I work and take classes at Elmira College?
Yes, of course! Many students work and take classes at nights and on weekends at Elmira College. We encourage students to evaluate the best way to learn for their needs. We created several different degree, certificate, and course options for flexible online learning. To explore our online offerings, please visit our page on online programs for more information.
How much does graduate school cost?
Costs range from $600 to $700 per credit depending on your program ($300 to $350 for auditing a course). Get the full rundown on tuition and aid at our graduate financial aid page.
I want to take courses but not for a degree. How do I apply?
We ask that all students pursuing graduate courses complete a full graduate application to attend. You can see application requirements and other information on our graduate admissions page.
