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The Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education: Foundations equips students to educate children, including those with special needs and in urban environments. While this program doesn't grant immediate teaching certification, it provides the foundation for entering the Master of Education (MEd)/Initial Licensure program in elementary education, which culminates in Minnesota state teaching credentials. Graduates are also prepared for roles in non-certified educational environments like daycare facilities or youth community initiatives, as well as other fields where a broad liberal arts background is valuable. The program features a comprehensive liberal arts core curriculum essential for elementary education.
Student are required to have a high school graduation
A GPA above 2.0 is preferred for the following: 2.50 already admitted to the degree-granting college; 2.50 transferring from another University of Minnesota college; 2.50 transferring from outside the University
English Language Proficiency Requirements: TOEFL iBT – 79; IELTS Academic – 6.5; Pearson Test of Academic English (PTE Academic) – 59; Cambridge Assessment English (CAE) C1 Advanced – 180.
Application Deadline for Fall: For freshmen international students the deadlines are November 1 (early action 1 deadline), December 1 (early action 2 deadline) and January 1 (regular deadline)