Admission: Instructional I Teacher Certification
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Before applying, International Applicants MUST click here.
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There are 2 types of admission to the Special Education Instructional I certification program: Nondegree and Degree admission.
Nondegree Admission
For nondegree admission, you need to
*Please note: U.S. citizens and permanent residents of the U.S. who hold an international bachelor's degree, must submit official transcripts and your diploma for evaluation to be approved for nondegree enrollment. International applicants on visas are not eligible for nondegree enrollment.
A maximum of 9 credits taken as a nondegree student can be transferred into the Instructional I certification program.
Degree Admission
For admission, you need to have a baccalaureate degree from a regionally-accredited college or university with credit conditions substantially equivalent to those required by Penn State.
Admission is granted jointly by the Penn State Graduate School and the academic program at Penn State Great Valley. The Admissions Committee reviews applications and makes decisions based on the quality of an applicant's credentials compared with other applicants.
To apply, please submit the following:
- Online application
• Under degree sought, enter CERT
• Under major sought, enter SPLED
• In the Online Application Notes section, enter Instructional I Certification
- Non-refundable application fee, payable by credit card online or by check or money order payable to The Pennsylvania State University. more
- Two official transcripts from each college or university you have attended. Penn State students do not need to submit transcripts. more
Please send all supporting documentation to Penn State Great Valley, Admissions Office, 30 E. Swedesford Road, Malvern, PA 19355. Applications will be reviewed after your application portfolio is complete.
Application Deadline
Rolling admission. Applications are reviewed throughout the year.
Concurrent Programs
Penn State offers an opportunity to pursue 2 degree programs on a concurrent basis. For more information, click here.
International Students
For application requirements in all visa categories, click here.
Helpful Information
Undergraduate and Graduate Academic Transcripts
The Admissions Committee will review an applicant's undergraduate and graduate transcript. Individuals with a combined junior/senior grade-point average of 3.0 (B) on a 4.0 scale and appropriate course backgrounds will be considered for admission. Periodically, exceptions to the minimum grade-point average may be made for individuals with special backgrounds, abilities, and interests.
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