Student as Learner:
- Education coursework
- Coursework in subject areas
- Seminar
- 4-6 hours/week in clinic placement
University of Connecticut
About
The Neag School of Education stands out as a major contributor to instructional and research excellence at the University of Connecticut, one of the nation’s leading public higher education institutions. With academic departments dedicated to educational leadership, educational psychology, and curriculum and instruction, the Neag School offers a five-year Integrated Bachelor's/Master's program in teacher education and a one-year, post-baccalaureate teacher education program in critical shortage areas.
According to 2019 U.S. News & World Report rankings, the Neag School ranks among the top 20 public graduate schools of education in the nation and has three specialty programs ranked in the top 20 nationally: Curriculum and Instruction; Educational Psychology; and Elementary Education.
Bachelor’s & certification
Master’s & certification
Programs
Bachelor's & cert.
Integrated Bachelor’s/Master’s Teacher Preparation Program
Master’s & cert.
Teacher Certification Program for College Graduates
Bachelor’s & certification
Master’s & certification
Bachelor’s & certification
Integrated Bachelor’s/Master’s Teacher Preparation Program
60 months
Program Duration
Program duration can vary based on the number of courses taken per semester, summer semester enrollment, as well as other factors
In-person
Program Format
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Program Info
The Neag School offers a rigorous Integrated Bachelor’s/Master’s (IB/M) program in teacher education. It's designed to provide students with an optimum combination of experiences in which they can build content area knowledge; knowledge of teaching and learning; and the practical knowledge required to be a successful and effective teacher for all students. The program is a five-year, upper-division undergraduate program combined with a Master of Arts degree program.
Majors include Elementary Education (grades 1-6), Music Education (grades PK-12), Special Education (grades K-12), and Secondary Education (grades 7-12) in these subject areas: English, Math, Science (Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, General Science, Physics), Social Studies, and World Languages (French, German, Mandarin Chinese, and Spanish).
Graduates of the IB/M program receive a Bachelor of Science in education and a Master of Arts in curriculum and instruction, or a Master of Arts in educational psychology (special education). The program begins with students completing at least two years of general education and subject area study prior to admission. Once admitted to the IB/M program, students generally complete two years of subject area major studies and professional education in teacher education leading to a Bachelor of Education. The undergraduate years are followed by one year of graduate-level professional education leading to a Master of Curriculum and Instruction or Educational Psychology. Completion of all program requirements results in the recommendation for certification as a teacher in Connecticut.
For more information visit: Program
Tuition & Fees
$15,730
In State Tuition
$38,098
Out of State Tuition
Cost Offsets
Students at University of Connecticut have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with University of Connecticut to see if you can, too!
Amount
Description
Varies
Grants, Stipends, Scholarships
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Varies
Student Loans, Payroll Deduction
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Varies
Work Study, Working While Still Enrolled
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Varies
Tuition Waiver
Military veterans and certain members of the Connecticut Air/Army National Guard in good standing who meet certain criteria are eligible for tuition waivers at the University of Connecticut. Waivers cover only the costs of tuition for accredited programs at Undergraduate and Graduate levels. Visit veterans.uconn.edu for more information.
For more information visit: Financial Aid Office
Certifications
Certifications
Provides information on the types of credentials one can gain by becoming certified to teach through this specific program of interest.
Grade Level
- Elementary School
- Middle School
- High School
Specialty
- Special Education and Teaching
Subject Area(s)
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Earth Science
- English/Language Arts
- French Language
- German Language
- Social Studies/History
- Math
- Music
- Physics
- Spanish Language
For more information, visit: Admissions
Program Semesters/Steps Overview
Stats
348
Total Enrollment
2.70
Entry GPA Min Undergrad Eligibility
3.50
Entry GPA Med
108
Program Completers
74.00%
Acceptance Rate
Gender
- Male
- Female
- 22%
- 78%
Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan Native
- Asian
- Black
- Hispanic/Latino
- Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander
- White
- Two or more races
- 0%
- 8%
- 4%
- 1%
- 1%
- 70%
- 16%
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