Elementary Education Major

Required Subject Matter (9 credits minimum):

A grade of C or better is required in each course as well as a minimum grade point average of 2.5.  Courses can only be retaken once for a passing grade.

• MATH 305 - Concepts of Number and Operations 3 Credits
• MATH 306 - Concepts of Geometry 3 Credits
• HIST 302 - United States History 3 Credits

Professional Education Component (62 credits minimum):

The professional education component in elementary education consists of a sequential pattern of course work integrated into phases. Each subsequent phase has the previous phase as a prerequisite. Prior to enrolling in Phase II, the student must have been admitted to Becoming a Complete Professional I. Early and continuous experiences with children in school settings are included throughout the professional education component and are an integral part of the professional courses. These practicum experiences are required to successfully complete each professional course. A grade of C or better is required in each course as well as a minimum grade point average of 2.5. 

Degree Map

This program has the following minimum GPA requirements: 2.50 overall GPA. If Non-Native Language is required, that must be completed in addition to the schedule below. Students who are admitted to the University in good standing and who have satisfactorily completed all prerequisites may apply for admission to the educator preparation program BCP I. The program admission requirements and program progression may be found at the Education Student Services web site, https://www.indstate.edu/education/ess