Admissions Requirements
To be considered for admission to the Elementary Education program:
- complete 42 semester hours of courses. No more than 10 non-partnership program classes remaining at the end of the summer term prior to admission to the program. Child Psychology must be completed by the end of the summer term with a C or higher;
- obtain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher from all post-high school colleges and be in Good Standing status at SIUE;
- pass the Illinois Certification Testing System – Test of Basic Skills (icts.nesinc.com);
- pass CI 200, Introduction to Education (or equivalent) with a C or better;
- complete the five skills courses with a C or better;
- apply to the Elementary Education program by the published deadline;
- pass a criminal background check.
Note: Meeting minimum requirements for admission to Elementary Education does not guarantee acceptance. There may be more applicants than openings.
Exit Requirements
Students are required to complete a senior assignment. Successful completion of an appropriate student teaching placement is the culmination of the student’s professional preparation program.
Application Deadline
Students should contact an Elementary Education advisor for admission requirements and deadlines. The Elementary Education program begins in the fall semester, and applications are accepted in the spring semester.
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