MEd in K-12 English as a Second Language Education
The MEd in K-12 ESL Education: Teacher Licensure degree program prepares educators who are pursuing licensure or
certification as a teacher of students who are learning English as a second language. Candidates find coursework, including
student teaching, designed to augment their professional knowledge, skills and aptitude.
The CDE and CCHE recognize the high quality of JIU’s MEd preparation degrees and have designated JIU as a state-approved
program of teacher and principal/administrator preparation. For most states, graduating from an approved program of preparation
is an important step toward achieving educator licensure or certification.
| Concentration |
K-12 English as a Second Language Education |
| Prereq GPA |
Minimum GPA of 2.5 from a college or university recognized by the U.S. department of Education. |
| Prereq Degree |
Bachelor's degree |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
Master and undergraduate credit transfers require a course grade of C or higher. Doctorate and Specialist credit transfers require a course grade of B or higher.
Courses transferred to JIU will not be used in calculating a student's JIU GPA, but will be used in calculating a financial aid student's 150% or 200% (depending on degree program) maximum timeframe (See Satisfactory Academic Progress).
JIU accepts the transfer of college credits. The following kinds of credits may qualify for transfer:
* Credits earned at institutions accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
* Military and corporate training approved by the American Council on Education (ACE).
* Credits earned through specific national exams such as CLEP, DSST, and ACE/PEP.
* International credentials evaluated by any NACES approved provider.
* Credits from institutions that have specific articulation agreements with JIU.
* The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program also accepts Advanced Placement (AP) courses or exams, and SATII language exams. See the BBA handbook for details.
Candidates in the Education Specialist, Doctorate of Education, or Doctorate of Business Administration degree programs have additional requirements:
* Credits earned in an Education Specialist or Doctorate degree program at institutions accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
All transfer credits are granted only if they are applicable to the student's selected degree program. Transfer credits are not available for JIU certificate programs or for student teaching, internship, comprehensive examination, dissertation, or capstone courses. A student who transfers credit to the Specialist or Doctoral program is required to audit the respective course. Students should work with their Student Support Counselor in determining how transfer credit may apply to their academic degree plan. The final decision to accept credits belongs to the Registrar. Students who have earned credit at other institutions are responsible for ensuring that the courses they register for at JIU do not duplicate any previously earned credit. |
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MEd in K-12 English as a Second Language Education: Teacher Licensure
The MEd in K-12 ESL Education: Teacher Licensure degree program prepares educators who are pursuing licensure or certification as a teacher of students who are learning English as a second language. Candidates find coursework, including student teaching, designed to augment their professional knowledge, skills and aptitude.The CDE and CCHE recognize the high quality of JIU’s MEd preparation degrees and have designated JIU as a state-approved program of teacher and principal/administrator preparation. For most states, graduating from an approved program of preparation is an important step toward achieving educator licensure or certification.
| Concentration |
K-12 English as a Second Language Education: Teacher Licensure |
| Prereq GPA |
Minimum GPA of 2.5 from a college or university recognized by the U.S. department of Education. |
| Prereq Degree |
Bachelor's degree |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
Master and undergraduate credit transfers require a course grade of C or higher. Doctorate and Specialist credit transfers require a course grade of B or higher.
Courses transferred to JIU will not be used in calculating a student's JIU GPA, but will be used in calculating a financial aid student's 150% or 200% (depending on degree program) maximum timeframe (See Satisfactory Academic Progress).
JIU accepts the transfer of college credits. The following kinds of credits may qualify for transfer:
* Credits earned at institutions accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
* Military and corporate training approved by the American Council on Education (ACE).
* Credits earned through specific national exams such as CLEP, DSST, and ACE/PEP.
* International credentials evaluated by any NACES approved provider.
* Credits from institutions that have specific articulation agreements with JIU.
* The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program also accepts Advanced Placement (AP) courses or exams, and SATII language exams. See the BBA handbook for details.
Candidates in the Education Specialist, Doctorate of Education, or Doctorate of Business Administration degree programs have additional requirements:
* Credits earned in an Education Specialist or Doctorate degree program at institutions accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
All transfer credits are granted only if they are applicable to the student's selected degree program. Transfer credits are not available for JIU certificate programs or for student teaching, internship, comprehensive examination, dissertation, or capstone courses. A student who transfers credit to the Specialist or Doctoral program is required to audit the respective course. Students should work with their Student Support Counselor in determining how transfer credit may apply to their academic degree plan. The final decision to accept credits belongs to the Registrar. Students who have earned credit at other institutions are responsible for ensuring that the courses they register for at JIU do not duplicate any previously earned credit. |
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MEd in K-12 English as a Second Language Specialist: Bilingual Education
The MEd in K-12 ESL Education Specialist: Bilingual Education degree program is designed for licensed educators who are
bilingual and interested in pursuing an additional endorsement as a teacher of students who are learning English as a second
language. Candidates find coursework designed to augment their professional knowledge, skills and aptitude.
The CDE and CCHE recognize the high quality of JIU’s MEd preparation degrees and have designated JIU as a state-approved
program of teacher and principal/administrator preparation. For most states, graduating from an approved program of preparation
is an important step toward achieving educator licensure or certification
| Concentration |
K-12 English as a Second Language Specialist: Bilingual Education |
| Prereq GPA |
Minimum GPA of 2.5 from a college or university recognized by the U.S. department of Education. |
| Prereq Degree |
Bachelor's degree |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
Master and undergraduate credit transfers require a course grade of C or higher. Doctorate and Specialist credit transfers require a course grade of B or higher.
Courses transferred to JIU will not be used in calculating a student's JIU GPA, but will be used in calculating a financial aid student's 150% or 200% (depending on degree program) maximum timeframe (See Satisfactory Academic Progress).
JIU accepts the transfer of college credits. The following kinds of credits may qualify for transfer:
* Credits earned at institutions accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
* Military and corporate training approved by the American Council on Education (ACE).
* Credits earned through specific national exams such as CLEP, DSST, and ACE/PEP.
* International credentials evaluated by any NACES approved provider.
* Credits from institutions that have specific articulation agreements with JIU.
* The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program also accepts Advanced Placement (AP) courses or exams, and SATII language exams. See the BBA handbook for details.
Candidates in the Education Specialist, Doctorate of Education, or Doctorate of Business Administration degree programs have additional requirements:
* Credits earned in an Education Specialist or Doctorate degree program at institutions accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
All transfer credits are granted only if they are applicable to the student's selected degree program. Transfer credits are not available for JIU certificate programs or for student teaching, internship, comprehensive examination, dissertation, or capstone courses. A student who transfers credit to the Specialist or Doctoral program is required to audit the respective course. Students should work with their Student Support Counselor in determining how transfer credit may apply to their academic degree plan. The final decision to accept credits belongs to the Registrar. Students who have earned credit at other institutions are responsible for ensuring that the courses they register for at JIU do not duplicate any previously earned credit. |
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MEd in K-12 English as a Second Language Specialist: Bilingual Education Teacher Licensure
The MEd in K-12 ESL Education Specialist: Bilingual Education Teacher Licensure degree program prepares educators who are
pursuing licensure or certification as a teacher of students who are learning English as a second language. Candidates find
coursework, including student teaching, designed to augment their professional knowledge, skills and aptitude.
The CDE and CCHE recognize the high quality of JIU’s MEd preparation degrees and have designated JIU as a state-approved
program of teacher and principal/administrator preparation. For most states, graduating from an approved program of preparation
is an important step toward achieving educator licensure or certification.
| Concentration |
K-12 English as a Second Language Specialist: Bilingual Education Teacher Licensure |
| Prereq GPA |
Minimum GPA of 2.5 from a college or university recognized by the U.S. department of Education. |
| Prereq Degree |
Bachelor's degree |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
Master and undergraduate credit transfers require a course grade of C or higher. Doctorate and Specialist credit transfers require a course grade of B or higher.
Courses transferred to JIU will not be used in calculating a student's JIU GPA, but will be used in calculating a financial aid student's 150% or 200% (depending on degree program) maximum timeframe (See Satisfactory Academic Progress).
JIU accepts the transfer of college credits. The following kinds of credits may qualify for transfer:
* Credits earned at institutions accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
* Military and corporate training approved by the American Council on Education (ACE).
* Credits earned through specific national exams such as CLEP, DSST, and ACE/PEP.
* International credentials evaluated by any NACES approved provider.
* Credits from institutions that have specific articulation agreements with JIU.
* The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program also accepts Advanced Placement (AP) courses or exams, and SATII language exams. See the BBA handbook for details.
Candidates in the Education Specialist, Doctorate of Education, or Doctorate of Business Administration degree programs have additional requirements:
* Credits earned in an Education Specialist or Doctorate degree program at institutions accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
All transfer credits are granted only if they are applicable to the student's selected degree program. Transfer credits are not available for JIU certificate programs or for student teaching, internship, comprehensive examination, dissertation, or capstone courses. A student who transfers credit to the Specialist or Doctoral program is required to audit the respective course. Students should work with their Student Support Counselor in determining how transfer credit may apply to their academic degree plan. The final decision to accept credits belongs to the Registrar. Students who have earned credit at other institutions are responsible for ensuring that the courses they register for at JIU do not duplicate any previously earned credit. |
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