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Master of Science Degree Curricula
Classroom personnel programs are offered in teaching with emphases in elementary, secondary, reading, or licensure. Specific curriculum designs are available from the department chairperson or the advisors.
Admission Requirements
Students seeking admission to the Master of Science degree program must meet requirements for teaching licensure. International students and others who are seeking the MS degree only, will not be held to the teaching licensure requirement. Students must obtain a grade point average of 3.0000 in the undergraduate major field, including the student teaching semester. Conditional entry will be given if the grade point average in the undergraduate major field is below a 3.0000. A grade point average of 3.0000 must be attained within the first nine hours of coursework to gain full admission. Students must also submit a writing sample for evaluation using a topic aligned with the Graduate Knowledge Base.
Students in teaching positions must submit two letters of recommendation from a P-12 administrator, peer teacher, and/or university professor.
Students not in teaching positions must submit two letters of recommendation from university instructors. International students must also submit notarized official transcripts in English and obtain an official satisfactory TOEFL score (550 or higher).
Mid-Point Assessment Requirements
At mid-point the overall GPA will be reviewed. A 3.0000 is required.
Culminating Assessment Requirements
For those in Licensure Programs, a portfolio must be submitted for evaluation. For those in Non-Licensure Programs a comprehensive exit exam is required. |
