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Learn how to apply to this MSE in Special Ed. – Instructional Specialist K-12 program
A-State Online offers a streamlined admission process for both new students and transfers. Students who are interested in the MSE in Special Education – Instructional Specialist K-12 online program must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution and a valid teaching certificate. Make sure to review full admission requirements below.
Admission Requirements:
Minimum 2.75 GPA
Bachelor's degree
Valid teaching license
A baccalaureate degree with a
cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least a 2.75 (or 3.0 on the
last 60 hours) on a 4.0 scale from an accredited institution
A valid teaching
certificate
Commitment from an administrator who will function as your mentor
during the degree program.
View acceptable mentors (.PDF).
Application
submission requirements
Complete online application
Pay the nonrefundable $30 fee
Send official transcript(s) from
the college/university attended. Official transcripts are sealed
transcripts sent from the sending institution.
Provide contact information for
the supervisor who will function as your mentor
Note: Candidates seeking licensure in Arkansas must take and pass Praxis Exam 5511-Fundamental Subjects: Content Knowledgewith a score of 148, Praxis Exam 5354-Special Education: Core Knowledge and Applications with a score of 138, and Praxis Exam 190-Foundations of Reading with a score of 233. Student may also submit a waiver form indicating the student understands they must pass state licensure exams in order to receive teaching licensure.
Submit all documents to:
A-State Online P.O. Box 2520 State University, AR 72467
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