GPA of 3.0 figured on the last 60 units with defined exceptions on a provisional basis. 15 units of previous coursework within preservice education. Provisional admission may be granted to applicants who meet all other admission criteria, but have not completed 15 units of preservice education coursework, with the provision that the coursework be completed within the first year of their M.A. program. A student information form that includes an adequate writing sample. One year of teaching in a full-time instructional position within a school setting.
Student teaching can count as an instructional experience.
Students may meet with an advisor in TTE to clarify exceptions to the above entrance requirements. Exceptions allow admittance on a provisional basis, but provisional admittance may extend the minimal unit requirements for completion of the degree. The Subject Matter Strand requires 3 units of TTE coursework. TTE 520 Science Curriculum TTE 523 Issues in Science Education To complete the 18-unit requirement, students must complete 15 units of coursework within environmental studies. These 15 units must be approved by a content area advisor.