Education Major

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Admission to a teaching track major at The Citadel is a three level process and relatively complex. Students should read this section carefully so that this process is well understood. As an entering freshman, a student may declare a major in education or physical education (teaching track). At this level of admission, the responsibility of the student is to complete the Praxis I examination. This test (the PPST) is required of all students and should be completed successfully during the freshman year. The test of basic skills in reading, writing, and mathematics is prerequisite to study in education at the sophomore level. In addition, the student is responsible to make certain, with the counsel of his or her advisor, to follow the appropriate curriculum for the major. The student should also be aware of the importance of maintaining a grade point ratio that will allow admission to higher levels of teacher education, the internship in teaching, and ultimately graduation.

The next level of admission is accomplished when the student has completed 60-90 hours of work at The Citadel. Admission to senior level study requires a grade point ratio of 2.5.

Admission to Senior Level Study

When a student has completed 60-90 hours of work, he or she will apply for admission to senior level study. The student's application will be reviewed by the Committee on Admission and Retention. This review will include the following:

1. An examination of GPR to determine if it is at least 2.5;

2. Success in completed field experiences;

3. Evaluations completed by instructors in completed courses in professional education;

4. Evaluations completed by general education faculty;

5. Advisor evaluations regarding suitability and interest in teacher education;

6. A passing score on the PPST examination.

The Director of Teacher Education will be informed of the results of this review and will send official notice for admission or rejection to the student.