Completed applications and all supporting materials should be submitted by the May 1st priority deadline. Applications for the fall semester will be considered on a rolling basis until all spaces are filled. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all application materials are received by the Office of Admissions. We welcome e-mails from prospective students inquiring about the status of application files. We can be reached at educationadmissions [at] aju.edutarget="_blank"

Details about the application process can be found by clicking on the specific programs below.

  • Master of Arts in Education OR Master of Teaching

    Applying to the School for Jewish Education and Leadership requires: 

    1. A completed Application for Admission   

    1. Two essays 

    1. Official transcripts of all previous undergraduate and graduate studies from accredited institutions. Transcripts in any language other than English must be accompanied by an official translation and evaluation. Transcripts must be sent from the institution directly to the Office of Admissions 

    1. Two letters of recommendation (one must be from a supervisor) submitted to the Office of Admissions. 

    1. A non-refundable application fee of $50  

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  • Master of Arts in Early Childhood Education 

    Completed applications and all supporting materials should be submitted by the May 1 priority deadline. Applications for the fall semester will be considered on a rolling basis until all spaces are filled. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all application materials are received by the Office of Admissions. We welcome calls or e-mails from students inquiring about the status of application files. 

    Applicants must submit the following materials:

    1. Completed application for admission. You will be asked to submit two email addresses for letters of recommendations. One recommendation must be from a supervisor, if applicable.
    2. Two essays, which you will upload to the application form. Details on the essay prompts are included in the application.
    3. Official transcripts of all previous undergraduate and graduate studies (where applicable) from accredited institutions. Transcripts in any language other than English must be accompanied by an official translation and evaluation. Official transcripts must be sent directly from the institution either electronically or by mail to:

    American Jewish University
    Attn: Office of Admissions- School for Jewish Education and Leadership
    15600 Mulholland Drive
    Los Angeles, CA 90077

          4. A non-refundable application fee of $50 payable at the completion of the application form.

     

     

    APPLY HERE

  • Bachelor's Completion Program in Early Childhood Education

    Completed applications and all supporting materials should be submitted by the May 1 priority deadline. Applications for the fall semester will be considered on a rolling basis until all spaces are filled. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all application materials are received by the Office of Admissions. We welcome calls or e-mails from students inquiring about the status of application files. 

    Applicants must submit the following materials:

    1. Completed application for admission.
    2. Responses to two short-answer questions, which you will have access to completing in the application form.
    3. Official transcripts of all previous undergraduate studies from accredited institutions. Transcripts in any language other than English must be accompanied by an official translation and evaluation. Official Transcripts must be sent directly from the institution either electronically or by mail to: 

    American Jewish University
    Attn: Office of Admissions- School for Jewish Education and Leadership
    15600 Mulholland Drive
    Los Angeles, CA 90077

          4. A non-refundable application fee of $50 payable at the completion of the application form.

    APPLY HERE

  • Early Childhood Education Extension Program  

    APPLY HERE

  • Jewish Excellence in Education Program: Mentor Teacher Training

    APPLY HERE