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Elementary Education
| Degree | Specialization | Hours | Thesis Option | Minor Option |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA | Elementary Education | 36 hours | Thesis | Minor needed |
| MEd | Elementary Education | 36 hours | Non-Thesis | Minor needed |
| MEd | Educational Technlology | 39 hours | Non-Thesis | Required minor |
| MA | Talent Development Emphasis | 36 hours | Thesis | No minor |
| MEd | Talent Development Emphasis | 36 hours | Non-Thesis | Required minor |
| MA | Early Childhood Education (ECE) | 36 hours | Thesis | Minor needed |
| MEd | Early Childhood Education (ECE) | 36 hours | Non-Thesis | Minor needed |
| MEd | Master Math Teacher (EC-4 | 36 hours | Non-Thesis | No minor |
| MEd | Elem. Ed (CMED: 4-8 English Lang. Arts/Reading/Social Studies | 36 hours | Non-Thesis | No minor |
| MEd | Elem. Ed (CMED: 4-8 Science) | 36 hours | Non-Thesis | No minor |
| MEd | Elem. Ed (CMED: 4-8 Math) | 36 hours | Non-Thesis | No minor |
| MEd | Elem. Ed (CMED: 4-8 Generalist) | 36 hours | Non-Thesis | No minor |
| MEd | Elem. Ed (CMED: EC-6 Generalist ESL) | 36 hours | Non-Thesis | No minor |
| MEd | Elem. Ed (CMED: EC-6 Generalist Bilingual) | 36 hours | Non-Thesis | No minor |
| Deadlines | U.S. Citizen | International |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Semester | June 15 | June 1 |
| Spring Semester | October 15 | October 1 |
| Summer | April 15 | March 15 |
| Summer Midterm | June 1 | May 1 |
Graduate course descriptions for this program may be viewed online in the Graduate Catalog.
The Graduate College will continue to process applications received after the deadline for this program, on a first-come, first-served basis, with no guarantees for admission consideration. If the program is not listed as an option on ApplyTexas for a given semester, applicants may no longer apply for the program for that semester. Applicants will be required to submit a new application and fee for admission consideration for future semesters.
Graduate Advisor
Dr. Priscilla Crawford
College of Education 3035
Dr. Susan Field Waite - Talent Development Emphasis
245-2041
College of Education 3016
Application and Application Fee
Please apply online through the ApplyTexas Application and allow 2 working days for the application to be received by Texas State.
The required non-refundable $40.00 application fee can be submitted with credit/debit card information during the application process. If preferred, applicants may submit a non-refundable $40.00 application fee (check or money order in U.S. currency) made payable to Texas State. The mailing address is listed below.
Please Note: Students who change their admission status must pay the fee associated with the new application. Degree-seeking students changing majors and/or seeking multiple degrees are required to complete a new application and pay the $40 fee.
An additional international evaluation fee of $50.00 (U.S. currency) is required if the application is considered for admission based on foreign credentials.
Transcript and Grade Point Average (GPA) Requirement
Applicants who are a Texas State University-San Marcos degree recipient or are currently enrolled at Texas State need to request transcripts for any coursework NOT listed on the Texas State transcript. The Graduate College will provide the Texas State transcripts.
Applicants who are not Texas State University-San Marcos degree recipients or are not currently enrolled at Texas State must submit one official transcript from each four-year college or university attended. These transcripts must be mailed directly from the university or college attended or submitted in a sealed university envelope with the university registrar's signature on the back of the envelope.
All applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited university. A minimum of a 2.75 GPA on the last 60 undergraduate semester hours of letter-grade work earned before receipt of a Bachelor's (plus any previously completed graduate or professional work) is required.
Graduate Record Exam (GRE) Requirement
The Elementary Education program does not require the Graduate Record Exam (GRE).
| Degree | Hours | Thesis Option | Minor Option |
|---|---|---|---|
| Med | 36 hours | Non-Thesis | Required minor |
| Deadline | U.S. Citizen | International |
|---|---|---|
| Summer | April 1 | March 15 |
Graduate course descriptions for this program may be viewed online in the Graduate Catalog.
Graduate Advisor
Dr. Barbara Davis
245-8196
Please apply online through the ApplyTexas Application and allow 2 working days for the application to be received by Texas State.
The required non-refundable $40.00 application fee can be submitted with credit/debit card information during the application process. If preferred, applicants may submit a non-refundable $40.00 application fee (check or money order in U.S. currency) made payable to Texas State. The mailing address is listed below.
Please Note: Students who change their admission status must pay the fee associated with the new application. Degree-seeking students changing majors and/or seeking multiple degrees are required to complete a new application and pay the $40 fee.
An additional international evaluation fee of $50.00 (U.S. currency) is required if the application is considered for admission based on foreign credentials.
Transcript and Grade Point Average (GPA) Requirement
Applicants who are a Texas State University-San Marcos degree recipient or are currently enrolled at Texas State need to request transcripts for any coursework NOT listed on the Texas State transcript. The Graduate College will provide the Texas State transcripts.
Applicants who are not Texas State University-San Marcos degree recipients or are not currently enrolled at Texas State must submit one official transcript from each four-year college or university attended. These transcripts must be mailed directly from the university or college attended or submitted in a sealed university envelope with the university registrar's signature on the back of the envelope.
All applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree in elementary education from a regionally accredited university. A minimum of a 2.75 GPA on the last 60 undergraduate semester hours of letter-grade work earned before receipt of a Bachelor's (plus any previously completed graduate or professional work) is required.
Graduate Record Exam (GRE) Requirement
The Elementary Education program does not require the Graduate Record Exam (GRE).
Additional Application Requirements
- Three (3) letters of reference
- Resume
- Background Inquiry Release
NOTE: Some programs require specific forms to be used when submitting references and essays. Please review the program website listed below.
Please submit required admission documents to the Graduate College. Mailing address:
Texas State University-San Marcos
The Graduate College
601 University Dr.
San Marcos, TX 78666-4684
If preferred, applicants may electronically submit the documents listed above to the Graduate College at http://www.gradcollege.txstate.edu/rqmt/doc.html. Individuals submitting recommendation letters for applicants may send them electronically by clicking here. References using this site will need the applicant name and date of birth, and preferably an ID number.
Please visit http://www.education.txstate.edu/ci/degrees-programs/graduate/Teacher-Fellows.html for more information regarding this program.
| Degree | Hours | Thesis Option | Minor Option |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEd | 36 hours | Non-Thesis | No minor |
| Deadlines | U.S. Citizen | International |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Semester | March 1 | March 1 |
| Spring Semester | September 1 | September 1 |
| Summer | No Admission | No Admission |
| Summer Midterm | No Admission | No Admission |
Graduate course descriptions for this program may be viewed online in the Graduate Catalog.
Graduate Advisor
Dr. Virginia Resta
(512) 716-4533
Avery Building 464F
Round Rock Higher Education Center
Application and Application Fee
Please apply online through the ApplyTexas Application and allow 2 working days for the application to be received by Texas State.
The required non-refundable $40.00 application fee can be submitted with credit/debit card information during the application process. If preferred, applicants may submit a non-refundable $40.00 application fee (check or money order in U.S. currency) made payable to Texas State. The mailing address is listed below.
Please Note: Students who change their admission status must pay the fee associated with the new application. Degree-seeking students changing majors and/or seeking multiple degrees are required to complete a new application and pay the $40 fee.
An additional international evaluation fee of $50.00 (U.S. currency) is required if the application is considered for admission based on foreign credentials.
Transcript and Grade Point Average (GPA) Requirement
Applicants who are a Texas State University-San Marcos degree recipient or are currently enrolled at Texas State need to request transcripts for any coursework NOT listed on the Texas State transcript. The Graduate College will provide the Texas State transcripts.
Applicants who are not Texas State University-San Marcos degree recipients or are not currently enrolled at Texas State must submit one official transcript from each college or university attended. These transcripts must be mailed directly from the university or college attended or submitted in a sealed university envelope with the university registrar's signature on the back of the envelope.
All applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited university. A minimum of a 2.75 GPA on the last 60 undergraduate semester hours of letter-grade work earned before receipt of a Bachelor's (plus any previously completed graduate or professional work) is required.
Graduate Record Exam (GRE) Requirement
The Elementary Education program does not require the Graduate Record Exam (GRE).
Additional Application Requirements
- Three (3) letters / forms of reference (must be on TRP reference forms)
- Resume
- Essay
NOTE: Some programs require specific forms to be used when submitting references and essays. Please review the program website listed below.
Please submit required admission documents to the Graduate College. Mailing address:
Texas State University-San Marcos
The Graduate College
601 University Dr.
San Marcos, TX 78666-4684
If preferred, applicants may electronically submit the documents listed above to The Graduate College at http://www.gradcollege.txstate.edu/rqmt/doc.html. Individuals submitting recommendation letters for applicants may send them electronically by clicking here. References using this site will need the applicant name and date of birth, and preferably an ID number.
Please visit http://www.education.txstate.edu/ci/degrees-programs/graduate/Teacher-Recruitment-Program.html for more information regarding this program.
International applicants, please visit the International Student web page for other admission requirements that may apply to this program.
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