University of Saint Joseph

About

Founded in 1932, the University of Saint Joseph in Connecticut engages students with a rigorous liberal arts and professional education based on a proven track record of empowering students to succeed and lead. You can select from an array of dynamic majors and minors, dual majors and concentrations, and then proceed to realize your ambitions. Experiential learning is incorporated across the curriculum, and faculty prepare students for meaningful professional careers. Seamless degree programs save time and money, and build the foundation for a great career as many degree programs lead to professional licenses.

College or University
West Hartford, CT

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Our programs now include a mix of in-person, online and hybrid courses. This lets our students see what each model can entail while also hopefully giving them more of the flexibility that their jobs often require of them. Our programs also help students hone their own technological and curricular skills in ways that can have an immediate impact on their work.

Don Siler, Ph.D. Secondary Education Program Director and Associate Professor of Education

Programs

Bachelor’s & certification

Undergraduate teacher licensure program with BS degree

From 24 to 48 months
Program Duration
In-person
Program Format
Pre-Test Required
No

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Program

Program Info

The undergraduate programs at the University of St. Joseph combine a bachelor's degree with initial Connecticut teacher licensure. With a strong curriculum and valuable hands-on experience, USJ prepares you to work with children across Connecticut. These well-regarded programs equip you for a rewarding career in education, where you'll become a skilled teacher and advocate for all students. You’ll be ready to make a positive impact, taking on the challenges and opportunities of teaching in today’s classrooms.

With program options in early childhood, elementary, secondary and special education, there's a pathway for every future teacher.

Upcoming Deadlines

Deadlines
Program Start

Oct. 15, 2025
Fall
Rolling Deadline
Fall

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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

Learn how to get$100 Back
and apply for a$1000 Scholarship

$46,978
In State Tuition
$46,978
Out of State Tuition
$0
Application Fee

Ways to Lower Your Costs

Students at University of Saint Joseph have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with University of Saint Joseph to see if you can, too!

Amount

Description

Varies

Grants, Stipends, Scholarships

Alma Exley Minority Teacher Scholarship, CREC Minority Teacher Recruitment Scholarship, Federal Pell Grant, Federal TEACH grant, and University merit and need based awards.

$5,500-$12,500

Student Loans, Payroll Deduction

Federal Direct Loan opportunities are available if students complete a FAFSA form.

Varies

Loan Forgiveness

Federal Teacher Loan Forgiveness, Federal Perkins Loan Forgiveness, and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness options are available. Information is provided to students prior to graduation.

$2,000/year

Work Study, Working While Still Enrolled

On campus employment options are available for all undergraduate students. Most students working on campus earn approximately $2,000 per year.

For more information visit:Financial Aid Office

Certifications

Biology, Grades 4-12
Chemistry, Grades 4-12
Comprehensive Special Education, Grades K-12
Elementary, Grades 1-6
English, Grades 4-12
French, Grades 4-12
General Science, Grades 4-12
History & Social Studies, Grades 4-12
Integrated Early Childhood/Special Education, Grades Birth-K
Mathematics, Grades 4-12
Spanish, Grades 4-12

Program Overview

Program Hallmarks

Stats

Gender

Male
Female

20%

80%

Ethnicity

American Indian or Alaskan Native
Asian
Black
Hispanic/Latino
Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander
White
Two or more races

91%

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