{"id":527,"date":"2026-03-06T19:48:42","date_gmt":"2026-03-06T19:48:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/education.ufl.edu\/elementary-education\/?page_id=527"},"modified":"2026-03-09T12:53:21","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T12:53:21","slug":"frequently-asked-questions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/education.ufl.edu\/elementary-education\/prospective-students\/site\/frequently-asked-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/education.ufl.edu\/elementary-education\/files\/2026\/03\/23-Baby-Gator-78.jpg” background_position=”top_center” background_vertical_offset=”42%” min_height=”500px” custom_padding=”38px||38px||true|” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”50px||50px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_4,1_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” positioning=”none” position_origin_a=”bottom_center” custom_padding=”0px||29px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”1e8c1549-19d7-403c-9f1c-4fb6419acbf9″ link_font=”|800||on|||||” link_text_color=”#CC4927″ link_font_size=”13px” link_letter_spacing=”1px” header_text_color=”#194588″ custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nElementary Education<\/a><\/span><\/span>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”1e8c1549-19d7-403c-9f1c-4fb6419acbf9″ text_text_color=”#ffffff” link_font=”|800||on|||||” link_text_color=”#CC4927″ link_font_size=”13px” link_letter_spacing=”1px” header_text_color=”#194588″ header_font_size=”50px” custom_margin=”||0px|||” header_font_size_tablet=”50px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

M.A.E. SITE Program<\/h1>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”1e8c1549-19d7-403c-9f1c-4fb6419acbf9″ text_font=”|600||on|||||” text_text_color=”#CC4927″ text_font_size=”18px” link_font=”||||on||||” link_text_color=”#1C2F3D” link_font_size=”15px” link_letter_spacing=”1px” header_3_font_size=”18px” min_height=”31.8px” custom_margin=”10px||0px||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”.degree-submenu-link {|| padding: 12px 16px;|| display: inline-block;||}” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Home<\/a>Tuition and Fees<\/a>FAQ<\/a>Email Coordinator<\/a> Application Instructions<\/a><\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_4,1_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||7px|||” saved_tabs=”all” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”941bca35-9ee2-46da-b883-ccfcfb66c000″ header_2_font=”|300|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#1F7E98″ header_2_font_size=”30px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n

We’ve put together answers to the most common questions from applicants interested in earning a graduate degree or certificate in educational technology.<\/span><\/p>\n

Do you still have questions? Please be sure to\u00a0<\/span>contact us<\/span><\/a>!<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”What will be my eligibility for teacher certification upon the completion of the program?” open_toggle_text_color=”#1C2F3D” closed_toggle_text_color=”#1C2F3D” icon_color=”#1C2F3D” open_icon_color=”#1C2F3D” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”5abafb89-939a-41d7-8b14-9ebc3081fd88″ title_text_color=”#1C2F3D” title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Lato|700|||||||” title_font_size=”17px” body_link_text_color=”#194588″ custom_margin=”||7px||false|false” custom_padding=”10px||10px||false|false” link_option_url_new_window=”on” border_color_all=”#EDBA75″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Graduates of SITE are eligible for Florida certification for elementary education, grades K through 6.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”What is an Educators Preparation Institute (EPI)?” open_toggle_text_color=”#1C2F3D” closed_toggle_text_color=”#1C2F3D” icon_color=”#1C2F3D” open_icon_color=”#1C2F3D” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”5abafb89-939a-41d7-8b14-9ebc3081fd88″ title_text_color=”#1C2F3D” title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Lato|700|||||||” title_font_size=”17px” body_link_text_color=”#194588″ custom_margin=”||7px||false|false” custom_padding=”10px||10px||false|false” link_option_url_new_window=”on” border_color_all=”#EDBA75″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

An EPI is an alternative certification program authorized by the Florida Department of Education and available to individuals who have completed a bachelor\u2019s degree in an area other than education. The SITE program is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Is the M.A.E. applicable to other states?” open_toggle_text_color=”#1C2F3D” closed_toggle_text_color=”#1C2F3D” icon_color=”#1C2F3D” open_icon_color=”#1C2F3D” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”5abafb89-939a-41d7-8b14-9ebc3081fd88″ title_text_color=”#1C2F3D” title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Lato|700|||||||” title_font_size=”17px” body_link_text_color=”#194588″ custom_margin=”||7px||false|false” custom_padding=”10px||10px||false|false” link_option_url_new_window=”on” border_color_all=”#EDBA75″ global_colors_info=”{}”]Upon completion of the SITE EPI, you will be eligible for professional educator certification in Florida. Holding educator certification in Florida may allow for you to be eligible for certification in other states. It will be important for you to contact other states in which you are interested in seeking employment to determine if they have additional requirements for certification.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Are completed credits from SITE transferable to other schools?” open_toggle_text_color=”#1C2F3D” closed_toggle_text_color=”#1C2F3D” icon_color=”#1C2F3D” open_icon_color=”#1C2F3D” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”5abafb89-939a-41d7-8b14-9ebc3081fd88″ title_text_color=”#1C2F3D” title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Lato|700|||||||” title_font_size=”17px” body_link_text_color=”#194588″ custom_margin=”||7px||false|false” custom_padding=”10px||10px||false|false” link_option_url_new_window=”on” border_color_all=”#EDBA75″ global_colors_info=”{}”]The transfer of credit hours to another school is totally dependent upon the other school\u2019s policy regarding credit transfer.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”How many SITE students are accepted into the program each year?” open_toggle_text_color=”#1C2F3D” closed_toggle_text_color=”#1C2F3D” icon_color=”#1C2F3D” open_icon_color=”#1C2F3D” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”5abafb89-939a-41d7-8b14-9ebc3081fd88″ title_text_color=”#1C2F3D” title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Lato|700|||||||” title_font_size=”17px” body_link_text_color=”#194588″ custom_margin=”||7px||false|false” custom_padding=”10px||10px||false|false” link_option_url_new_window=”on” border_color_all=”#EDBA75″ global_colors_info=”{}”]The number of students accepted into the SITE program is dependent upon the number of mentors and schools that are available to host the SITE program.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”When is the cut off date for applying to the SITE program?” open_toggle_text_color=”#1C2F3D” closed_toggle_text_color=”#1C2F3D” icon_color=”#1C2F3D” open_icon_color=”#1C2F3D” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”5abafb89-939a-41d7-8b14-9ebc3081fd88″ title_text_color=”#1C2F3D” title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Lato|700|||||||” title_font_size=”17px” body_link_text_color=”#194588″ custom_margin=”||7px||false|false” custom_padding=”10px||10px||false|false” link_option_url_new_window=”on” border_color_all=”#EDBA75″ global_colors_info=”{}”]The application deadline for Summer admission is March 15th. The SITE Program is a 3 semester (Summer B \u2013 Fall \u2013 Spring) program.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Do you follow standard procedures for applying to the Graduate School?” open_toggle_text_color=”#1C2F3D” closed_toggle_text_color=”#1C2F3D” icon_color=”#1C2F3D” open_icon_color=”#1C2F3D” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”5abafb89-939a-41d7-8b14-9ebc3081fd88″ title_text_color=”#1C2F3D” title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Lato|700|||||||” title_font_size=”17px” body_link_text_color=”#194588″ custom_margin=”||7px||false|false” custom_padding=”10px||10px||false|false” link_option_url_new_window=”on” border_color_all=”#EDBA75″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Yes, please see the information provided on the School of Teaching & Learning website for\u00a0<\/span>M.A.E. admissions<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Is there any financial assistance available for the SITE students?” open_toggle_text_color=”#1C2F3D” closed_toggle_text_color=”#1C2F3D” icon_color=”#1C2F3D” open_icon_color=”#1C2F3D” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”5abafb89-939a-41d7-8b14-9ebc3081fd88″ title_text_color=”#1C2F3D” title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Lato|700|||||||” title_font_size=”17px” body_link_text_color=”#194588″ custom_margin=”||7px||false|false” custom_padding=”10px||10px||false|false” link_option_url_new_window=”on” border_color_all=”#EDBA75″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

No stipends are available for students in the SITE program. We strongly advise you to explore all\u00a0<\/span>funding opportunities<\/a>. In addition, some students have qualified for loans for financial assistance. <\/span>Due to the rigorous course schedule in the one year program as well as during the internship semesters, there is little time to be employed.<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Do I need to complete my internship in Alachua County?” open_toggle_text_color=”#1C2F3D” closed_toggle_text_color=”#1C2F3D” icon_color=”#1C2F3D” open_icon_color=”#1C2F3D” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”5abafb89-939a-41d7-8b14-9ebc3081fd88″ title_text_color=”#1C2F3D” title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Lato|700|||||||” title_font_size=”17px” body_link_text_color=”#194588″ custom_margin=”||7px||false|false” custom_padding=”10px||10px||false|false” link_option_url_new_window=”on” border_color_all=”#EDBA75″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n

You may complete your internship requirement in many other Florida Counties depending on qualified Mentors and\/or agreement with school districts.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n
\n
\n
<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Can I work in an elementary school while in the SITE Program?” open_toggle_text_color=”#1C2F3D” closed_toggle_text_color=”#1C2F3D” icon_color=”#1C2F3D” open_icon_color=”#1C2F3D” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”5abafb89-939a-41d7-8b14-9ebc3081fd88″ title_text_color=”#1C2F3D” title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Lato|700|||||||” title_font_size=”17px” body_link_text_color=”#194588″ custom_margin=”||7px||false|false” custom_padding=”10px||10px||false|false” link_option_url_new_window=”on” border_color_all=”#EDBA75″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n

You may be able to complete the Program while working as a Paraprofessional or Instructional aide in a classroom. You must be able to work in all subject content areas with groups of children.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n
\n
\n
<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_menu menu_id=”3″ module_class=”pa-vertical-menu” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” menu_font=”Lato|700|||||||” menu_text_color=”#1C2F3D” menu_font_size=”16px” background_color=”#E8E8E8″ custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” custom_padding=”20px|20px|20px|20px|false|false” custom_css_before=”content:’Menu’;” custom_css_menu_link=”margin-left: 8px; ” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_menu][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.22.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||20px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Apply Today!<\/a> <\/div>\n

[\/et_pb_code][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”941bca35-9ee2-46da-b883-ccfcfb66c000″ text_text_color=”#ffffff” text_font_size=”14px” header_2_font=”Lato|900||on|||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_text_color=”#EDBA75″ header_2_font_size=”16px” header_2_letter_spacing=”1px” background_color=”#1C2F3D” text_orientation=”center” custom_padding=”20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Request Information<\/h2>\n

Sign up for updates about our program!<\/em><\/p>\n

\n
\n

<\/p>