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On-campus M.AE.<\/h1>\n

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Application Instructions<\/h2>\n

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Ed.S.\u00a0 Application Directions<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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    Apply Online to the University of Florida Graduate School<\/a><\/link-block><\/response-element>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    In the “Special Program Info”<\/b> section, select the “Distance Learning Program”<\/b> check box.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    In the “Primary Program”<\/b> section, please use the following information to ensure your application is routed to the appropriate area:<\/p>\n

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    1. \n

      Degree goal:<\/b> Masters<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

    2. \n

      Program of study:<\/b> Curriculum and Instruction<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

    3. \n

      Program specialization:<\/b> Teacher Leadership for School Improvement (TLSI)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

    4. \n

      Department contact name:<\/b> Online-Magdi Castaneda<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n

    5. \n

      Be a current, full-time practicing educator.<\/b> Our program is job-embedded, and we expect you to apply all that you are learning in coursework and collect evidence of implementation. You MUST<\/b> have a full-time job where you can implement what you are learning for the duration of your graduate program.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

    6. \n

      GPA of 3.0 or higher.<\/b> The GPA that matters is your upper division undergraduate GPA (the last 60 credits of your bachelor\u2019s degree) from a recognized, accredited college or university.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

    7. \n

      A statement of purpose\/admission essay.<\/b> This must be between 250 and 300 words<\/b> in length. Briefly explain your current position, outline your career goals, and explain how the TLSI program will enable you to reach those goals.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

    8. \n

      Three letters of recommendation.<\/b> Ideally, these should come from previous faculty or your current educational supervisor or administrator (principal, AP, district curriculum specialist, coach). Recommendations should be professional, not personal, in nature.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

    9. \n

      Submit a current resume.<\/b> Detail your work experience as an educator, including your current school\/district, certification area(s), and future job goals (including whether you plan on staying in the PreK-12 environment).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

    10. \n

      Transcripts (New Students Only).<\/b> Send official transcripts from all institutions of higher education to the UF Office of Admissions (P.O. Box 114000, 201 Criser Hall, Gainesville, FL 32611-4000).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

    11. \n

      GRE Scores.<\/b> The GRE is no longer required<\/b> for admission to the TLSI program!<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

    12. \n

      For international students.<\/b> If your degree was not completed in English, submit TOEFL (min: 80 internet-based), IELTS (min: 6), or MELAB (min: 77) scores.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

    13. \n

      Financial Aid.<\/b> Explore financial aid options<\/a><\/link-block><\/response-element> and apply for all that apply to your situation.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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

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      Request Information<\/h2>\n

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

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        Application Deadlines<\/h3>\n

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        To begin the TLSI program, please complete your application by the following deadlines:<\/p>\n

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        • Fall Semester:<\/strong> May 15<\/li>\n
        • Spring Semester:<\/strong> October 15<\/li>\n
        • Summer Semester:<\/strong> March 15<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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