by our College Data Analytics TeamFor its 2024 ranking, College Factual looked at 7 schools in New York to determine which ones were the best for general education students pursuing a master's degree. Combined, these schools handed out 171 master's degrees in general education to qualified students.
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The education master's degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. Below we explain some of the most important factors to consider before making your choice:
A school that excels in educating for a particular major and degree level must be a great school overall as well. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges for a Master's Degree ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
Average early-career salary of those graduating with their master's degree is one indicator we use in our analysis to find the schools that offer the highest-quality education. After all, your master's degree won't mean much if it doesn't help you find a job that will help you earn a living.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our full ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for general education students working on their master's degree.
Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best General Education Master's Degree Schools in New York ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision.
Explore the top ranked colleges and universities for general education students seeking a a master's degree.
It is difficult to beat Bank Street College of Education if you want to pursue a master's degree in general education. Located in the large city of New York, Bank Street College of Education is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.More information about a master’s in general education from Bank Street College of Education
Binghamton University is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a master's degree in general education. Located in the midsize suburb of Vestal, Binghamton University is a public university with a large student population.More information about a master’s in general education from Binghamton University
It is hard to beat Adelphi University if you want to pursue a master's degree in general education. Located in the suburb of Garden City, Adelphi is a private not-for-profit university with a moderately-sized student population.
Master's students who receive their degree from the education program earn an average of $38,001 for their early career.
More information about a master’s in general education from Adelphi University
Manhattanville College is a great option for students interested in a master's degree in general education. Manhattanville is a small private not-for-profit college located in the suburb of Purchase.More information about a master’s in general education from Manhattanville College
Located in the large suburb of Buffalo, University at Buffalo is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in general education from University at Buffalo
Mercy is a medium-sized private not-for-profit college located in the large suburb of Dobbs Ferry.More information about a master’s in general education from Mercy College
Located in the city of Buffalo, Canisius is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.More information about a master’s in general education from Canisius College
LeMoyne is a small private not-for-profit college located in the suburb of Syracuse.
Master's recipients from the general education degree program at Le Moyne College make $2,022 above the typical college grad with the same degree when they enter the workforce.
More information about a master’s in general education from Le Moyne College
Located in the city of Albany, UAlbany is a public university with a large student population.More information about a master’s in general education from University at Albany
Explore all the Best General Education Colleges in the Middle Atlantic Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 248 | 763 |
| Maryland | 193 | 1,062 |
| New Jersey | 188 | 359 |
| District of Columbia | 154 | 19 |
| Delaware | 109 | 77 |
One of 14 majors within the Education area of study, General Education has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Education | 171 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | 3,920 |
| Special Education | 3,329 |
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | 3,116 |
| Educational Administration | 1,292 |
| Student Counseling | 749 |
| Teaching English or French | 745 |
| Instructional Media Design | 392 |
| Curriculum & Instruction | 222 |
| Multilingual Education | 124 |
| International Education | 113 |
