University of Saint Joseph Educator Training Program

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

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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

One of the things I admire most about this program is the professors' dedication to helping you succeed and understand concepts. Due to the close-knit network of individuals, I could go to anyone in this department with any questions and know that I am receiving some of the best advice regarding teaching that the state has to offer.

David Kavanaugh, Elementary Education 2023

As a future educator who wants to join the field with as much preparation as possible, I value the clinical experiences we were given at USJ. These experiences brought the learning out of the classroom and into the field. It was helpful to assess students, plan for their needs and teach lessons specifically designed for them.

Leah Bemis, Special Education 2023

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

Programs

Master’s & certification

Graduate Teacher Licensure Program with Master of Arts in Teaching

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From 16 to 24 months
Program Duration
Hybrid
Program Format
Pre-Test Required
No

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Program

Program Info

The master's programs at the University of St. Joseph focus on providing strong academic training in teaching methods and helping future teachers support the learning of all students. The University is committed to values like fairness and respect for all, and aims to prepare you to bring these values into your classroom, school and community.

Some pathways accept applications until the beginning of September for a fall start date. Check with your future program for more details. Visit USJ's Education Careers page to see available graduate teaching programs.

Upcoming Deadlines

Deadlines
Program Start

Rolling Deadline
Fall
Rolling Deadline
Spring
Rolling Deadline
Summer

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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

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

$34,230
In State Tuition
$34,230
Out of State Tuition
$50
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

CREC Minority Teacher Recruitment Scholarship, Peter T. Steinwedell Scholarship, and Federal TEACH grant

Varies

Student Loans, Payroll Deduction

Students are reviewed for Federal Direct Loan opportunities if they complete a FAFSA form. Maximum of $20,500 annually.

Varies

Loan Forgiveness

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

Varies

Work Study, Working While Still Enrolled

Graduate assistantships can provide up to 15 tuition free credits per year (valued at ~$10,000)

For more information visit:Financial Aid Office

Certifications

Biology 4-12
Chemistry 4-12
Early Childhood Education Birth-3
Early Childhood Special Education Birth-3
Elementary Education 1-6
English Language Arts 4-12
French 4-12
History 4-12
Home Economics Pre-K-12
Mathematics 4-12
Science 4-12
Spanish 4-12
Special Education Pre-K-12

Program Overview

Program Hallmarks

Stats

Gender

Male
Female

75%

25%

Ethnicity

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

14%

11%

67%

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Dig deeper. Visit University of Saint Joseph's website to learn more and apply.