On Campus B.A.E.

The limited access program admits high-quality teacher candidates who meet state-mandated admission requirements and show potential for the teaching profession.

Admission to the undergraduate program for rising juniors and transfer students is selective and minimally requires:

• Passing General Knowledge test scores from the Florida Teacher Certification Examination
• Completing all General Education requirements, including a writing requirement
• Completing EDF1005 Introduction to Education with a grade of B or higher and a course in Human Growth and Development or Developmental Psychology
• A minimum 2.6 GPA
• A minimum of 60 credits; the AA is required for transfer applicants
• Elementary Education applicants will be asked to submit a Personal Goals Statement (PGS). Examples of past prompts:
  • Why do you wish to pursue a career in elementary education?
  • What personal qualities and/or experiences volunteering or working in educational or related settings make you a good candidate for a career in elementary education?
  • After having read the description of the elementary education program, describe how you think this program will meet your personal and career goals.

Admission is for Fall only. Early application (January/February) is encouraged for an early decision (late March).

Please contact the Academic Advisor, Robin Rossie, for more information:

Robin Rossie
Academic Advisor
rrossie@coe.ufl.edu

(352) 273-4377

Students who complete this program are eligible for:

• Professional certification in Elementary Education K-6
• Endorsements in:
  • Reading
  • English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)