Alternative Licensure Degree Programs

The School of Education offers candidates with a bachelor’s degree an alternative route to attaining an initial Professional Educator License in the state of Illinois. In this program candidates complete an intensive summer experience of courses and internship and earn an Educator License with Stipulations. They then secure a full-time teaching position. Following successful completion of the two-year program of classes and residency, candidates will be eligible for a Master of Arts in Teaching  (MAT) degree or a Master of Science in Special Education  degree and the Professional Educator License (PEL). Due to specific state requirements for this course, those interested in the program are encouraged to contact the graduate admissions office for more information.