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Western Connecticut State University
Western Connecticut State University
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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
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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
  • Hybrid
    Program Format
  • 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
  • Hybrid
    Program Format
  • Pre-Test Required
    Yes
Upcoming Deadlines
  • Deadlines
    Program Start
  • Apr. 01, 2022
    Fall
  • Nov. 01, 2022
    Spring

Tuition & Fees

$5,910
In State Tuition
$200
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
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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