Overview
The Teaching program of Rockford University is firmly rooted in the liberal arts to provide a broad range of knowledge and practical experiences that will help students understand themselves, society, the natural world, and the world of arts and humanities. Students learn how individuals develop within the context of their social, economic, cultural, linguistic, and academic experiences. Further, students learn to identify and adjust for diverse characteristics and abilities of each student to create a positive learning environment, while reflecting upon and evaluating their own teaching skills.
Rockford University Programs Leading to Professional Educator License (PEL)
As of July 1, 2013, a professional licensure system replaced the teacher certification system in the state of Illinois. Students completing approved teacher education programs at Rockford University will receive a Professional Educator’s License (PEL) with endorsements in their chosen area(s) of study. Rockford University offers several endorsements for those seeking an Illinois PEL.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Introduction to Research
- Philosophical Foundations of Education
- Psychological Foundations of Education
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Education View 4095 other Masters in Education in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Other requirements
General requirements
- Completed application (clearly written or typed)
- USD $50.00 application fee
- Official certified copies of all secondary school transcripts evaluated by an NACES member
- Official certified copies of academic transcripts from all college
- Course descriptions for all college or university level classes that you have taken (no transfer credit will be awarded without them). All course descriptions must have a certified English translation
- Official copies of any leaving certificates or diplomas from all secondary schools
- Written or typed Statement of Intent
- Certification of Finances
- Official TOEFL or IELTS-Academic score reports for non-native speakers of English
- Official ACT or SAT score reports
- Copies of your passport, visa stamp, arrival/departure document (I-94 card), and current Form I-20
- 2 Letters of Recommendation
Tuition Fee
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International
19500 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 650 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
19500 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 650 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for Rockford
1100 - 1500 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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