Sample Schedules
Our master's program can be completed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you want to see how quickly you can earn your degree, take a look at the sample schedules below.
Both sample schedules are illustrated with a Fall start, but students can also begin their studies in the Spring or Summer. If you have any questions, please contact a program advisor at hea@stonybrook.edu.
Full-Time: 16 Months*
|
Semester and Course Load |
Sample Courses |
|---|---|
| Fall: 4 courses (12 credits) | HEA 501 & HEA 502, plus two electives |
| Winter: 1 course (3 credits) | Choice of elective |
| Spring: 4 courses (12 credits) | HEA 503 & HEA 504, plus two electives |
| Summer Session: 3 courses (9 credits) |
HEA 521 & HEA 595, plus the choice of an elective, which could include the Summer Institute or Study Abroad |
* Please note this is a sample schedule showing how quickly one can finish as a full-time student. As such it includes Winter and Summer courses. If you don't want to take courses in the Winter or Summer, you can finish in the following traditional term.
Part-Time: 24 MONTHS**
|
Semester and Course Load |
Sample Courses |
|---|---|
| Fall 1: 2 courses (6 credits) | HEA 501 & HEA 502 |
| Winter 1: 1 course (3 credits) | Choice of elective |
| Spring 1: 2 courses (6 credits) | HEA 503 & HEA 504 |
| Summer Session: 2 courses (6 credits) | HEA 521 plus the choice of an elective |
| Winter 2: 1 course (3 credits) | Choice of elective |
| Fall 2: 2 courses (6 credits) | Choice of two electives |
| Spring 2: 2 courses (6 credits) | HEA 595 plus the choice of an elective |
**This chart shows the fastest path to graduation for part-timers, but students can take up to 5 years to complete their degree requirements.