Students who have been admitted to the University may declare an education major and are admitted as pre-education students. Those who meet additional requirements are eligible to apply for full admission to one of the Teacher Education programs. A separate application process is required. Additional requirements include:
· Have a 2.5 grade point average in 28-32 credit hours of college work
· Pass the Illinois Basic Skills Test
· Pass the SOE basic computer competency assessment (SCU 025 registration required)
· Pass ISP 120 (Quantitative Reasoning) or document the math/science exemption
· Submit three satisfactory evaluations of the student's content area knowledge
· Submit one satisfactory evaluation of the student's skills and attitudes in working with children and youth.
There is no time limit to meet the criteria for full admission to one of the teacher preparation programs; however, students may take only a limited number of pre-education classes until they have done so. Students may continue to take Liberal Studies courses. These criteria apply to all new School of Education undergraduate students whether they begin as first year, transfer, re-admitted or inter-college transfer students. Music Education majors should consult the School of Music for requirements.
Students who already hold a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution and wish to meet teacher certification requirements should contact the School of Education at (773) 325-7740 to inquire about options at the graduate level.
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