Caldwell University
Caldwell University is a private, accredited Catholic university in Caldwell, NJ offering bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees and a vibrant campus life complete with rewarding activities, clubs, and service opportunities.
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Education – Combined B.A./M.A. Program
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Launch your career in education with Caldwell University’s combined B.A./M.A. program! Students in our program will graduate with a B.A. degree and two majors: a content major (English, Math, Science, Social Studies, or World Language) AND an Education major (secondary or elementary). Students in this program will also graduate with an M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction.
With our small class sizes and connection with faculty members, students will get to know the professors who will guide them throughout the program.
Career Outlook
Upon graduation and successful completion of the program, which includes content area courses and pedagogical courses, students will be NJ teacher certified to teach in the content area and level they have chosen. The M.A. portion of the program will provide further knowledge in the area of pedagogy and curriculum. Once experience has been garnered, it may lead to a position as a Director of Curriculum.
BA/MA Entrance Requirements for Incoming First Year Students
For students who have submitted SAT/ACT scores:
- Minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.50-Minimum SAT score of 1130 or ACT score of 23
For students who did not submit SAT/ACT scores:
- Minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.50
- 4 or more Honors/Advanced (not AP) classes in which final grade in each was B+ or better
- 2 or more AP courses, Dual Enrollment courses, or IB courses in which final grade was B or better
BA/MA Entrance Requirements for Students who Have Completed their Freshmen and/or Sophomore Year (Including Transfer Students)
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 at the end of freshman year if that is when the student applied
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 at the end of sophomore year if that is when the student applied
- Earned grade of A- or better in ED206 and any other education course prior to acceptance
Once accepted via either path, students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 to remain in the program. Students may not enroll in graduate level courses prior to Junior year. Students may enroll in no more than three (3) graduate level courses prior to passing Praxis II and student teaching.
Undergraduate courses for Secondary Education K-12
Undergraduate courses for Elementary Education K-6
Statement of Outcomes Assessment
(Student Teaching – 15 weeks)
Prior to admission into student teaching (courses ED 470 & ED 475), all students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Students must achieve a passing score on the appropriate Praxis examination and demonstrate successful acquisition of Caldwell University Teacher Education Accreditation Council (TEAC) claims. The NJPTS standards for Teacher Baccalaureate Pre-Service Programs are required to complete student teaching. The culminating field experience requirement in student teaching is placement in an approved school setting under the supervision of a cooperating teacher and a university supervisor. A formal application must be submitted to the Director of Field Placement according to the guidelines established by the School of Education. No additional courses will be allowed during student teaching.
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