Online and alternative pathways to teacher licensure for college graduates in math, science and related fields
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The following special programs that lead to teacher licensure are designed for college graduates in math, science and related fields.
Bemidji State University: FasTrack
The FasTrack program is designed to be completed in two summers with one intervening year. Students take online courses and complete student teaching with Bemidji State University. Requires three weekend meetings per year in Minneapolis. Minnesota Department of Education reviews transcripts and portfolio to determine whether other licensure requirements have been met through the college major.
Degree offered: N/A
Licensure options
Chemistry (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Physics (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Life Science (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Earth Science (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Math (grades 5-8, 9-12)
Basic Admissions Requirements
College Major: Undergraduate or graduate degree in the content area
Minimum GPA: N/A
Other: Computer, Internet access, VCR, CD drive, supported operating system and browser
Admissions Application Deadlines: Next cohort starts Fall 2007
Admissions Application Requirements
Praxis I: Taken or scheduled to take
Praxis II: N/A
College Transcript: One official transcript
References: N/A
Letter of application to program: N/A
University admissions application form: Yes-Center for Extended Learning
Application fee: $20.00
Program admissions application form: Yes
Resume: N/A
Interview: N/A
Plan of study: N/A
Other application requirements
Mentor teacher application
Mandatory orientation and training session for students and mentors
Metropolitan State University:
Post-Baccalaureate Process
Urban Teaching Program courses meet once a week on evenings and weekdays in St. Paul and Minneapolis.
Degree offered: N/A
Licensure options
Life Science (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Math (grades 5-8, 9-12)
Basic Admissions Requirements
College Major: At least 12 semester credits in subject area
Minimum GPA: 2.5 undergraduate; 2.75 graduate
Other: Experience working with diverse learners in a Minneapolis, St. Paul, or inner-ring suburban school
Admissions Application Deadlines
March 1 (begin summer and fall)
June 1 (begin fall)
November 1 (begin spring)
Admissions Application Requirements
Praxis I: Taken
Praxis II: N/A
College Transcript: One unofficial transcript + CEU certificates from other education
References: 2 from persons involved in urban education, community or youth services
Letter of application to program: Yes, detailing commitment to urban learners and urban communities
University admissions application form: N/A
Application fee: $20.00
Program admissions application form: Yes
Resume Yes
Interview: Required
Plan of study: Preliminary plan completed with faculty member
Other application requirements
Major declaration form if seeking second baccalaureate degree
Documentation of at least 40 hours of experience within the past 5 years with diverse youth in qualifying city or inner-ring suburban school
Minnesota State University, Mankato:
Post-Baccalaureate/Master of Arts in Teaching
Students are placed into a cohort of 15-25 candidates. Depending on subject background, cohort meets either on weekends or Tuesday evenings. Courses are offered face to face and on-line.
Degree offered: Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) option
Licensure options
Chemistry (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Physics (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Life Science (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Earth Science (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Math (grades 5-8, 9-12)
Basic Admissions Requirements
College Major: Bachelor's degree from regionally accredited institution
Minimum GPA: 3.0 (or score of 500 or more on a GRE section)
Other: N/A
Admissions Application Deadlines
April 2 for Post-Baccalaureate Program
April 20 for MAT
Admissions Application Requirements
Praxis I: N/A
Praxis II: N/A
College Transcript: Two official transcripts
References: 3 required (on special form)
Letter of application to program: See personal statement below
University admissions application form: Yes, Application for Graduate Study
Application fee: $40.00 only if seeking MAT degree
Program admissions application form: N/A
Resume: Yes
Interview: N/A
Plan of study: Required; approved by content faculty
Other application requirements
Personal statement (on special form)
Minnesota State University, Mankato:
Minnesota Teacher Alternative Preparation Program (MN TAPP)
MN TAPP works with candidates hired on a limited license and assigned their own classrooms. Program combines intensive summer instruction and field experiences, seminars during the school year, mentoring, and online learning to lead to full licensure.
Degree offered: Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) option
Licensure options
Chemistry (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Physics (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Life Science (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Earth Science (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Math (grades 5-8, 9-12)
Basic Admissions Requirements
College Major: Bachelor's degree with appropriate content specialty from regionally accredited institution
Minimum GPA: 3.0 (or score of 500 or more on a GRE section)
Other: Hired to teach on a limited license (no fully licensed teacher available)
Admissions Application Deadlines: N/A
Admissions Application Requirements
Praxis I: Taken and passed*
Praxis II: N/A
College Transcript: Two official transcripts
References: 3 required (on special form)
Letter of application to program: See personal statement below
University admissions application form: Yes, Application for Graduate Study
Application fee: $40.00 only if seeking MAT degree
Program admissions application form: N/A
Resume: Yes
Interview: Required interview with skills assessment*
Plan of study: Required; approved by content faculty
Other application requirements
Personal statement (on special form)
Agreement with administrator at school where candidate will be teaching on a limited license (form)
Mentor teacher agreement (form)
Verification of limited license
Candidate agreement to program expectations (form)
Permission and fee for criminal background check ($15.00)
*This application requirement is met after initial eligibility for admission has been established on basis of other materials submitted.
Minnesota State University Moorhead:
Online Math and Science Licensure
Education core courses are online. Methods courses in mathematics and science include online assignments and three Saturday on-campus meetings. Student teaching arranged in a school district of the student's choice. Advisors direct students to online or locally-offered courses to complete content requirements. Students who start in the summer can expect to complete the education core, methods courses, and student teaching in two calendar years.
Degree offered: N/A
Licensure options
Chemistry (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Physics (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Life Science (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Earth Science (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Math (grades 5-8, 9-12)
Basic Admissions Requirements
College Major: B.S. or B.A. with background in math and science
Minimum GPA: N/A
Other: N/A
Admissions Application Deadlines: N/A
Admissions Application Requirements
Praxis I: N/A
Praxis II: N/A
College Transcript: One official transcript
References: N/A
Letter of application to program: N/A
University admissions application form: Yes, as a special graduate student
Application fee: $20.00 if first time at MSU
Program admissions application form: N/A
Resume: N/A
Interview: N/A
Plan of study: N/A
Other application requirements: N/A
Winona State University:
Post-Baccalaureate Secondary Licensure
Following summer coursework, candidates complete a full-time, year-long internship under the supervision of a licensed teacher in the Rochester or Winona Area Public Schools. Additional courses are taken during the school year.
Degree offered: Master's degree option
Licensure options
Chemistry (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Physics (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Life Science (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Earth Science (grades 9-12); Science (grades 5-8)
Math (grades 5-8, 9-12)
Basic Admissions Requirements
College Major: Bachelor's degree in appropriate field from regionally accredited institution
Minimum GPA: 3.0 in undergraduate major; 2.75 overall
Other: N/A
Admissions Application Deadlines: March 1
Admissions Application Requirements
Praxis I: Taken and passed
Praxis II: Taken and passed
College Transcript: One official transcript + course descriptions and syllabi (if available)
References: 2 required (on special form)
Letter of application to program: Yes
University admissions application form: Yes*
Application fee: $20.00 if first time at MSU
Program admissions application form: Yes
Resume: Yes
Interview: Required*
Plan of study: N/A
Other application requirements: N/A
*This application requirement is met after initial eligibility for admission has been established on basis of other materials submitted.
