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Western Connecticut State University changes lives by providing all students with a high-quality education that fosters their growth as individuals, scholars, professionals and leaders in a global society. Western Connecticut State University, founded in 1903, is located in Danbury, a major city in Fairfield County in foothills of the Berkshire Mountains, 65 miles north of Manhattan and 50 miles west of Hartford. WestConn’s rural 364-acre Westside campus complements its 34-acre, 15-building Midtown campus in the heart of downtown Danbury. Constant planning, evaluation and improvement of programs and curriculum sharpen Western’s “edge of excellence” and keep it responsive to the progressive community it serves.

  • College or University
  • Danbury, CT
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Many people have given me help and guidance over my years here, to the point where I feel like I have a team of people behind me, supporting me, rather than a single mentor.

Allison Vas

Western Connecticut State University
Bachelor’s & certification
Elementary or Secondary Education
Master’s & certification
MAT in Secondary Education/TESOL
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Programs
Bachelor's & cert.
  • Elementary or Secondary Education
Master’s & cert.
  • MAT in Secondary Education/TESOL
Bachelor’s & certification
Elementary or Secondary Education
  • 48 months
    Program Duration
    Program duration can vary based on the number of courses taken per semester, summer semester enrollment, as well as other factors
  • Hybrid
    Program Format
    Combination of in-person and online courses.
  • Pre-Test Required
    Yes
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Program Info

The Education Department at WCSU seeks to prepare innovative and creative teachers and leaders to join us in our work to improve K-12 education in the state and region.

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  • 48 months
    Program Duration
    Program duration can vary based on the number of courses taken per semester, summer semester enrollment, as well as other factors
  • Hybrid
    Program Format
    Combination of in-person and online courses.
  • Pre-Test Required
    Yes
Upcoming Deadlines
  • Deadlines
    Program Start
  • Final Deadline
    Apr. 01, 2021
    Fall
  • Final Deadline
    Nov. 01, 2021
    Spring
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Tuition & Fees
$10,858
In State Tuition
$23,367
Out of State Tuition
$50
Application Fee
Cost Offsets
Students at Western Connecticut State University have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with Western Connecticut State University to see if you can, too!
Amount
Description
Varies
Grants, Stipends, Scholarships

Grants are determined during Financial Aid process

Varies
Student Loans, Payroll Deduction

Student Loans eligibility determined during Financial Aid process

Varies
Loan Forgiveness

Teachers working in Early Childhood Education or in Public Education will be eligible for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program 

Varies
Work Study, Working While Still Enrolled

Work Study eligibility determined during Financial Aid process

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.
Biology, Grades 7-12
Chemistry, Grades 7-12
Earth Science, Grades 9-12
Elementary, Grades 1-6
English, Grades 7-12
General Science, Grades 7-12
Health, Grades Pre-K-12
History & Social Studies, Grades 7-12
Mathematics, Grades 7-12
Music, Grades Pre-K-12
Spanish, Grades 7-12

Program Semesters/Steps Overview

The Elementary and Secondary Education programs include 8 semesters of coursework and fieldwork.
    Stats
    234
    Total Enrollment
    3.00
    Entry GPA Min Undergrad Eligibility
    3.00
    Entry GPA Med
    41
    Program Completers
    70.00%
    Acceptance Rate
    Gender
    • Male
    • Female
    • 33%
    • 67%
    Ethnicity
    • American Indian or Alaskan Native
    • Asian
    • Black
    • Hispanic/Latino
    • Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander
    • White
    • Two or more races
    • 0%
    • 3%
    • 4%
    • 15%
    • 0%
    • 75%
    • 2%
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