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New Mexico State University

Curriculum & Instruction

Undergraduate Programs

The primary function of the undergraduate programs in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction is the preparation of licensed teachers for elementary and secondary schools. This process includes a broad general education, professional education and teaching specializations.

TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM (TEP)

In order to complete the degree (and become licensed to teach), undergraduate students must be admitted to the competitive Teacher Education Program (TEP). Applicants who successfully complete the minimum requirements for admission must submit a professional portfolio to be reviewed by the TEP Admission Committee.

The following minimum criteria must be met:

  • a minimum cum GPA of 2.5,
  • 55 credit hours completed,
  • TEP prerequisite courses completed (or concurrently enrolled in final ones), with a grade of "C" or better,
  • a passing score of 240 or better on the New Mexico Teacher Assessment (NMTA) Basic Skills test.
  • one Student Disposition

The Undergraduate TEP packet, explaining the components of the portfolio that are necessary to be considered for admission by the TEP Admission Committee does not ensure admittance into any teaching program. Applicants are encouraged to develop a strong student portfolio, achieve the highest GPA possible and present the portfolio in a professional manner. Packets are also available at the Undergraduate Advisement Office of the College of Education, located at the Zuhl Library, second floor. Portfolio submission takes place twice a year, once during the fall semester and once during the spring semester, during a specific one week period. For specific dates each semester, contact the Undergraduate Advisement Office at (505) 646-3404. Applicants should be aware that admission to the TEP is competitive and admission is based upon available faculty resources.

STUDENT TEACHING

Student Teaching is the final semester of the degree, and is a requirement for licensure. Student Teaching applications are submitted one year prior to the actual student teaching semester, and students must be admitted to the TEP in order to apply for student teaching. Application deadlines are October 9 for fall student teaching and March 9 for spring student teaching. Applications are submitted to the Undergraduate Advisement Office.

For more information, contact the College of Education Undergraduate Advisement Center located temporarily on the second floor of the Zuhl Library, (505) 646-3404.

DEGREE: Bachelor of Science in Education

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