Post-baccalaureate Programs

If you are interested in becoming a teacher and already have a bachelor's degree or higher, the College of Education has programs to help you achieve your goals. Courses taken through our post-baccalaureate programs do not lead to a degree. Instead, completion of the requirements qualifies students to take the required state certification examinations administered by Pearson. Typically, more than 95% of our graduates pass the exam.

This option prepares you to teach through coursework that explores the fundamentals of teaching. You will also earn classroom experience in the form of observations and student teaching through the Professional Development Sequence (PDS).

Post-baccalaureate students are classified as degree holders, certification seekers. Requirements vary by program, and students seeking certification should contact an academic advisor to review their transcripts before enrolling.

Applying

Before applying to the Professional Development Sequence (PDS), all post-baccalaureate students must be admitted to The University of Texas at Austin.

UT Austin alumni should follow the application instructions for returning students.

Alumni from other accredited colleges and universities should apply as a non-degree seeking student with the four-year option.

Requirements

1. A bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in the United States. Students who have earned a degree from outside of the United States should meet with an advisor in SZB 2.110 for information about additional requirements.
2. Admission to The University of Texas at Austin.
3. A minimum grade point average of “C” in all prerequisite courses.
4. Oral and written communication proficiency will be reviewed during the first semester of the PDS. Successful completion of an Individualized Performance Plan (IPP), which outlines steps for addressing your difficulties, will be required if necessary. The TOEFL exam for determining proficiency in English also may be required.
5. Admission to the Professional Development Sequence.
6. All candidates must do their student teaching in residence at UT Austin. Student teaching must be completed no more than three years prior to being recommended to the State for certification, otherwise, additional experience or coursework may be necessary.