Program Admissions | Teacher Licensure Program

Program Description

Teacher Licensure
For individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree or higher and are seeking their Oregon Preliminary Teaching License and want a flexible licensure-only program.
 

Admissions Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
  • From an accredited college or university. Degree must be completed before beginning coursework.
• GPA
  • Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75, or 3.0 in at least eight semester hours of graduate study.
• Experience with children or youth
  • Preferred in a school setting.
• Academic Prerequisites
  • Elementary: Coursework in math, science, writing, literature, history, cross-cultural studies, music, and art.
  • Middle & High School: Coursework should reflect strong preparation in the subject area you plan to teach (bachelor degree in your chosen content area or significant coursework in your chosen content area)
• Completed GradCAS Application: Your online application will also include transcripts, two references, a résumé, and a TSPC character questionnaire.

How to Apply

Step 1: Create a GradCAS Account  

Pacific University uses the GradCAS online system to process applications. 

Teacher Licensure Application

Step 2: Prepare and Upload the Following in GradCAS

• Transcripts
  • Official transcripts ordered and sent to GradCAS from all colleges/universities attended.
  • For international coursework, a course-by-course evaluation is required through WES or ECE.
  • Evaluations must be sent to GradCAS by the application deadline.
• Two References
  • Contact information for two people who can speak to your ability to work with PreK–12 students.  They will be emailed a form to fill out.  
• Résumé, which should include:
  • Employment history
  • Licenses or certifications
  • Experience with school-age children or youth
  • Education background
• TSPC Character Questionnaire
  • Required for all applicants.
• English Language Proficiency
  • A satisfactory command of the English language is required. Applies to all non-native English speakers, including U.S. permanent residents and citizens. See the School of Learning & Teaching English Proficiency Requirement webpage for more information.
• Application Fee: $38 (non-refundable)