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Master of Arts in Teaching (MA)
Master of Science in Bilingual Education (MS) (Thesis and Non-Thesis)
Master of Science in Curriculum
and Instruction (MS) (Thesis and Non-Thesis)
Master of Science in Education Interventions for Autism (MS)
(Thesis)*
Master of Science in Educational Administration (MS) (Thesis and Non-Thesis)
Master of Science in Reading (MS) (Thesis and Non-Thesis)
Master of Science in School Counseling
(MS)
Master of Science in Special Education
(MS) (Thesis and Non-Thesis)
*Currently not accepting new applicants.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATES
Educational Diagnostics (Code-153)
Principal (Code-68)
Reading Specialist (Code-151)
School Counselor (Code-152)
Superintendent (Code-195)
CERTIFICATE
Master Reading Teacher Certificate
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATE DEGREES
See Academic Regulations for Graduate Degrees for specific TAMIU regulations.
GRADING POLICIES
The College of Education has adopted the following grading scale:
A | 93-100 |
B | 84-92 |
C | 75-83 |
F | Below 75 |
S/CR/P | Satisfactory/credit/pass |
U/NC | Unsatisfactory (no credit) |
IP | In Progress |
W | Dropped or withdrawn |
I | Incomplete |
BILINGUAL GRADUATE PROGRAM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To be considered for admission to the Master of Science in Bilingual Education, the student must complete the following requirements:
1. Submit an application for graduate studies by the due dates provided by the Office of Graduate Studies & Research. Deadlines may be found at: www.tamiu.edu/gradschool/. In addition, please complete the following:
a. Pay the application fee.
b. Submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.
c. Submit scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS), if your academic studies are from a country where English is not the native language.
2. Resumé reflecting relevant work experience.
3. Prepare 2 essays (minimum of 300 words each) explaining your desire to pursue a graduate degree in Bilingual Education: one essay in English; one essay in Spanish.
4. Two (2) letters of recommendation: 1 from a supervisor school administrator and 1 from a faculty member.
5. The application must be approved by at least 2 Bilingual Education faculty members.
CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION PROGRAM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To be considered for admission to the Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction, you must complete the following:
1. Submit an application for graduate studies by the due dates provided by the Office of Graduate Studies & Research. Deadlines may be found at: www.tamiu.edu/gradschool/. In addition, please complete the following:
a. Pay the application fee.
b. Submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.
c. Submit scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS), if your academic studies are from a country where English is not the native language.
2. Submit a resumé.
3. Submit a personal statement describing your research interests and indicating how your research interests and academic/professional background characteristics will assist you in successfully completing the degree program.
4. Submit two (2) letters of recommendation to the Office of Graduate Studies & Research. You may include one academic and one professional recommendation. Letters of recommendation should indicate:
a. Applicant’s academic performance (or job performance that is relevant to show competency to be successful in graduate education).
b. Applicant’s ability to succeed in a graduate program where a good deal of motivation, dedication, and self-direction are necessary.
c. Applicant’s strengths and weaknesses.
EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
1. Submit an application for graduate studies by the due dates provided by the Office of Graduate Studies & Research. Deadlines may be found at: www.tamiu.edu/gradschool/. In addition, please complete the following:
a. Pay the application fee.
b. Submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.
c. Submit scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS), if your academic studies are from a country where English is not the native language.
2. A minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75.
3. A resumé which provides evidence of relevant work experience.
4. A one to two page statement detailing applicant’s 1) experiences and goals related to educational administration and 2) reasons for pursuing a master’s degree in educational administration.
5. Two (2) professional letters of recommendation (supervisors/faculty members).
In the event that an applicant does not meet the minimum admissions criteria, the applicant may appeal to the program’s admission committee and may be asked to submit additional information.
MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree is an initial teacher preparation and certification program. The degree is not designed for persons who already hold a teaching certificate. Coursework in the 30-credit hour degree program includes a 15-credit hour alternate certification (ACP) pathway and a 6-credit hour post-degree clinical teaching pathway (EDCI 5693). Consequently, admission to the program includes both Office of Graduate Studies and Research requirements and teacher certification requirements.
(MAT) admission requirements include the following:
A. A completed on-line application to the T AMID Office of Graduate Studies and Research with "Master of Arts in Teaching" selected and designation of a concentration in either Elementary (EC-6) or 4-8/7-12/All Level;
B. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution of higher education;
C. A minimum 2.75 overall GPA on the latest baccalaureate degree or a 2.75 overall GPA on the last 60-hours of credit earned;
D. An admissions interview (confirmed by the MAT Program Director via a passing score on an oral English language proficiency interview); and,
E. A 300-word written essay (confirmed by the MAT Program Director via a passing score on the Accuplacer (WritePlacer) examination).
Teacher certification (ACP) requirements include the following:
A. Transcript analysis ($15 fee) to determine:
a. Verification of an earned baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution of higher education;
b. a minimum 2.75 overall GPA on the last baccalaureate degree awarded or a 2.75 GPA on the last 60 credit hours completed;
c. a grade of C or better in all concentration (discipline) courses and in all EC-6 and 4-8 core courses; and,
d. A concentration in a discipline related to the teaching certificate pursued, as follows:
i. Single subject field, 24 credit hours with a minimum 2.75 GPA, or
ii. Composite field (Grades 4-8 or 7-12), 36 credit hours (Science and Social Studies) with a minimum 2.75 GPA, or
iii. A passing score on the Pre-Admission Certification Test (PACT) content exam for the teaching certificate pursued, and a minimum 2.75 GPA.
B. Verification of eligibility to work in the United States.
C. Written acknowledgement of the Code of Ethics for Texas professional educators.
D. Written acknowledgement ofFERPA requirements.
E. Verification of a clear criminal background investigation.
F. A minimum score of6 on theAccuplacer(WritePlacer) written proficiency examination ($10 test fee).
G. A minimum score of 26 is required on each component (listening, speaking, reading and writing) of the TOEFL IBT for all prospective teachers whose degree is from an international institution for which English is not the language of instruction.
Good Standing Requirements
Once admitted, teacher candidates in the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program must remain in "good standing" in the College of Education. Requirements for maintaining good standing status include the following:
A. Maintain an overall 3 .00 grade point average in MAT coursework, with no more than one course grade below B;
B. Maintain continuous enrollment in at least one MAT program course each fall and spring semester;
C. Complete successfully at least six credit hours of program coursework annually;
D. Demonstrate adequate professional dispositions via annual assessments by program faculty, TAMIU field supervisors, and/or collaborating school personnel; and,
E. Demonstrate adequate progress toward successful completion of required certification examinations for the teaching certificate sought. Adequate progress is established, at minimum, by preparing for and taking at least one yet-to-be-passed TExES certification examination annually. Approval for taking TExES examinations requires evidence of adequate preparation.
Additional Information
A probationary teaching license may be renewed only twice. Renewal of employment on a probationary license requires maintenance of "good standing," as shown in items 1 - 5 above. Renewal of employment on a probationary license also requires favorable performance evaluations by the school administrator and the TAMIU field supervisor.
Enrollment in non-MAT program courses while completing program coursework is strongly discouraged and requires prior approval by the MAT Director. Enrollment in non-MAT coursework while teaching on probationary license and paid internship is not allowed.
Participants admitted to the T AMIU Alternative Certification Program (ACP) prior to September I, 2015 may enroll in the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program and pursue completion of the MAT degree. Once admitted to the MAT program they must maintain good standing in the College of Education and complete program coursework. Substitute coursework, if any, must be program-related and pre-approved by the MAT Director. However, since the MAT is an initial licensure program, former ACP participants with three or more years of teaching experience should pursue TAMIU degree programs other than the MAT. Successfully completed ACP/MAT coursework will be considered as substitute courses in other College of Education degree programs.
Candidates who fail to maintain good standing may be granted one probationary semester or summer term on an action plan to re-establish good standing. READING PROGRAM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
1. Submit an application for graduate studies by the due dates provided by the Office of Graduate Studies & Research. Deadlines may be found at: www.tamiu.edu/gradschool/. In addition, please complete the following:
a. Pay the application fee.
b. Submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.
c. Submit scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS), if your academic studies are from a country where English is not the native language.
2. A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.00 (students with a 2.5-2.9 GPA may be considered based on a required interview).
3. Two (2) Professional Letters & 1 Academic Letter.
4. Required to complete an Essay on the Literacy Topic provided.
SCHOOL COUNSELING PROGRAM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
A. For Full Admission:
1. Submit an application for graduate studies by the due dates provided by the Office of Graduate Studies & Research. Deadlines may be found at: www.tamiu.edu/gradschool/. In addition, please complete the following:
a. Pay the application fee.
b. Submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.
c. Submit scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS), if your academic studies are from a country where English is not the native language.
2. GPA 3.0 (last 60 credit hours)
3. Interview
4. Statement of Purpose: 700 word maximum
5. Three (3) letters of reference/nomination: 1 personal reference, 1 professional reference, and 1nomination letter from a current professional school counselor.
Semester deadlines:
Fall: July 1st
Spring/Wintermester: November 1st
Summer: March 1st
B. For Provisional Admission:
1. Submit an application for graduate studies by the due dates provided by the Office of Graduate Studies & Research. Deadlines may be found at: www.tamiu.edu/gradschool/. In addition, please complete the following:
a. Pay the application fee.
b. Submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.
c. Submit scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS), if your academic studies are from a country where English is not the native language.
2. Interview
3. Statement of Purpose: 700 word maximum
4. Two (2) letters of reference/nomination: 1 professional reference and 1 nomination letter from a current professional school counselor.
5. 12 credit hours completed in program for consideration of full admission.
SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
1. Submit an application for graduate studies by the due dates provided by the Office of Graduate Studies & Research. Deadlines can be found at: www.tamiu.edu/gradschool/1. In addition, please complete the following:
a. Pay the application fee.
b. Submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.
c. Submit scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS), if your academic studies are from a country where English is not the native language.
2. An essay stating reasons for choosing the special education master’s program and career goals (500-750 words).
3. A current resumé.
4. Two (2) letters of professional recommendation.
1All applicants will be fully reviewed by the Special Education Graduate Admissions Committee. Admission is based on a holistic review of all required application materials.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
POST-BACCALAUREATE TEACHER CERTIFICATION CANDIDATES
Candidates pursuing initial teacher certification may enroll in graduate
level courses only if they have been accepted to Graduate
Study in the College of Education.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE APPLICATION PROCESS
A. When a student chooses a degree that has a professional certificate attached to it:
1. The applicant must inform the Office of Graduate Studies during the initial application process of the intent to pursue the certificate after completing the Master’s program (selection is made in the Apply Texas application). E.g. MSED-Educational Administration + Principal Certificate.
2. The Office of Graduate Studies (OGS) will then code the student in 2 programs (degree + certificate). When the student completes the degree and wants to begin the certificate, there is no need to apply again as the certificate program will be active. The Banner record will reflect this to allow registration and financial aid (if applicable).
B. If, however, the student does not indicate the certificate option during the initial application process, then the student will need to apply with OGS after finishing the Master’s program but before registering for certificate coursework. The student will follow the standard application process of submitting an application and fee.
C. For a student who finishes the Master’s degree and then wants to pursue a certificate different from the completed degree, the student will need to follow the standard application process of submitting an application and fee. The student will also need to be reviewed and admitted into the new program.
GRADUATE ADMISSION
The College of Education (COE) may grant provisional admission for a maximum of six graduate
hours to students who have not submitted all relevant documentation and who hold a bachelor's
degree from an accredited institution. Provisional status must be removed
at the end of the six semester credit hours and before any other coursework
can be taken.
ELIGIBILTY TO TAKE TExES EXAMS
Approval to take TExES Exams is based on the procedure and criteria listed below.
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