Application Requirements for the
Undergraduate Science Program
GPA RequirementAt the time of application, applicants must have 58 credits with a minimum 2.5 GPA; and a minimum of 2.75 GPA in the science courses. The GPA will be calculated on all transfer and UW-Milwaukee course credits.
English Composition RequirementApplicants must achieve a placement level of 4 or higher on the English Proficiency Test, or complete English 102 or an equivalent with a grade of C or better.
Mathematics Skills RequirementApplicants must achieve a placement level of 30 or higher on the Math Placement Test or complete Math 105, or 106, or 175, or an equivalent, with a grade of C or better.
Communication RequirementApplicants are required to complete Communication 101 or 103 with a grade of C or better.
CURRINS 300 RequirementApplicants are required to complete CURRINS 300: Introduction to Teaching: Colloquium and Fieldwork, or an equivalent transfer course, with a grade of C or better.
Praxis I RequirementApplicants must pass all three sections of the Praxis I with minimum scores of 175 on the Reading portion, 174 on the Writing portion, and 173 on the Math portion.
Application Workshop You are encouraged to download and review application materials and to attend an application workshop to learn more about the application process. For more information and to register.
Application DeadlinesA new cohort begins each year, approximately June 1. Applications are accepted during the months of September and January. However, if space permits, applications will be accepted after the January application period but no later than April 30. Contact advising to determine if space is still available.
Application Requirements for the
Post Baccalaureate Science Program
Bachelor’s DegreeYou must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
GPA RequirementYou must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 on all coursework completed for undergraduate credit. In addition, a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75 is required in your science courses.
Praxis I RequirementYou must pass all three sections of the Praxis I with minimum scores of 175 on the Reading portion, 174 on the Writing portion, and 173 on the Math portion prior to application to the program. Visit the Educational Testing Service Web site for more information about how to register for the test. It could take up to six weeks to receive your scores. Your official score sheet must be submitted with your application.
Informational SessionYou are encouraged to download and review application materials and to attend an informational session to learn more about the teacher certification programs, the admission criteria, and application process. For more information and to register.
Application DeadlinesA new cohort begins each year, approximately June 1. Applications are accepted during the months of September and January. However, if space permits, applications will be accepted after the January application period but no later than April 30. Contact advising to determine if space is still available.
