Special Education B.S.
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College of Education & Human Development (TCED)201 - Bachelor of Science
Are students ever admitted to a pre-major status before admission to this major?
No
Minimum number of completed credits required for admission
30
Preferred program admission GPA for students admitted to degree-granting college(s)
2.75
Preferred program admission GPA for students from other University of Minnesota campuses
2.75
Preferred program admission GPA for students transferring from other institutions
2.75
Explanation for GPA preference higher than 2.0 for admission
Before applying, all students must meet the minimum admission requirements. However, meeting minimum prerequisite course, credit levels, and GPA requirements does not guarantee admission to the Special Education major. A variety of selection criteria are used to determine admission, including but not limited to, overall GPA, number of credits completed, and success in key courses.
The skill set required of a special education teacher is such that a higher GPA is recommended in order to increase the likelihood of successful completion of the licensure requirements.
The skill set required of a special education teacher is such that a higher GPA is recommended in order to increase the likelihood of successful completion of the licensure requirements.