Can I apply to a teaching credential program if I didn't major in Education?
What exams do I need to take to apply to TEP or TeachLA credential programs?
What is a subject matter preparation program?
Do you accept applications for Spring?
When is the last date that I can take the GRE?
Can I enroll in a Graduate program on a part-time basis?
Is it possible to transfer coursework?
When are decisions made?
>How much is tuition?
How do I apply?
Can I apply to more than one program?
Can I send the required documents (transcripts, recommendation letters, etc.) separately?
Is there an application fee?
Can I send my applications?
How many students are admitted each year?
Is there an interview required for admission?
How can I contact faculty?
Are there any prerequisite courses that I can take before I am admitted?

Can I apply to a teaching credential program if I didn't major in Education?
Yes. In fact, education is not even available as an undergraduate major in the state of California.

For TEP and TeachLA:
In addition, candidates considering a credential program should have academic preparation from an accredited school in the area in which they wish to teach. Before being considered for admittance to UCLA, an applicant needs to show subject matter competence in their subject area either by passing the required state examinations or by completing an approved subject matter preparation program.

What exams do I need to take to apply to TEP or TeachLA credential programs?
CBEST (California Basic Educational Skills Test) - required for both TEP and Teach LA applicants

CSET (California Subject Examinations for Teachers) - required for both TEP and Teach LA applicants pursuing a Multiple Subject teaching credential (elementary school teaching) or a Single Subject teaching credential (middle school and high school teaching).

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS:
International applicants whose first language is not English must certify their proficiency in English. Such applicants must submit scores received on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) section, as part of their application. International applicants who hold a bachelor's or higher degree from a university located in the United States or in another country in which English is the spoken language and the medium of instruction, or who have completed at least two years of full-time study at such an institution, are exempted from the TOEFL exam. In this case, the GRE is required in lieu of the TOEFL exam.

What is a subject matter preparation program?
The California Commission will accept coursework in lieu of the Single Subject CSET exam, but not in lieu of the Multiple Subject CSET exam. An acceptable waiver program is a series of approved courses that can be taken in lieu of the Single Subject CSET examination for fulfilling the Commission on Teacher Credentialing's subject matter competency requirement. Many four year colleges and universities in California offered these CTC Approved Subject Matter Preparation Programs. Students should contact the UCLA counselor for more information.

Do you accept applications for Spring?
No. Applications are accepted once a year for all programs in the Department of Education.

PLI APPLICANTS: Applications are available from September through January 08, 2007 for a July 2007 start date.

TEP APPLICANTS: Applications are available from September through January 08, 2007 for Fall 2007

TeachLA APPLICANTS: Applications are accepted throughout the year for a July start date.

When is the last date that I can take the GRE?
For PLI:
The GRE must be taken by January 08, 2007, for 2007 admission.
You must submit an original score report.

For TEP:
The GRE is not required for admission to this program.

For Teach LA:
The GRE is not required for admission to this program.

Can I enroll in a Graduate program on a part-time basis?
For PLI:
During the academic school year, this program will meet on a part-time basis (one evening a week and one Saturday a month). However, the beginning summer session classes meet Monday through Thursday for 6 hrs. each day.

For TEP:
No. The program can only be completed on full-time basis during the day. (Please see program information for specific details)

For Teach LA:
The program is completed on a part-time basis during the late afternoon and early evening hours and on Saturdays while employed as a teacher through the Los Angeles Unified School District.

Is it possible to transfer coursework?
Coursework cannot be transferred into any of our Master's programs.

Regarding teacher-credentialing requirements for TEP and Teach LA:
Fulfillment of the U.S. Constitution requirement can be completed at a community college or four-year college/university. (See program information on how to satisfy requirement) 

When are decisions made?
For PLI:
Applicants will be notified as early as mid-March.

For TEP:
We begin reviewing applications in February through March. Letters regarding admission will be sent in April.

For Teach LA:
Applicants will be notified by the end of May.

How much is tuition?
For PLI:
Graduate tuition is approximately $2,703.16 per quarter for California residents.
For non-California residents, it is approximately $7,690.16 per quarter. University fees are payable upon registration at the beginning of each term and cannot be deferred.

For TEP:
Graduate tuition is approximately $2,703.16 per quarter for California residents.
For non-California residents, it is approximately $7,690.16 per quarter. University fees are payable upon registration at the beginning of each term and cannot be deferred. Fee's may increase for the 2006-2007 academic year.

For Teach LA:
$7500 per year and students receive a discount of $1500 when student passes the State subject matter proficiency exam or has completed a state-approved subject matter waiver program. 

How do I apply?
Applications for graduate admission are available on-line at www.gdnet.ucla.edu. Paper applications are not available.

Can I apply to more than one program?
No. As a University policy, you may only apply to one program each year at UCLA.

Can I send the required documents (transcripts, recommendation letters, etc.) separately?
Yes, If you submit an on-line application, you will send your official transcripts, test scores, letters of recommendation, (personal statements/essays may be submitted on-line) to the Department separately. All official transcripts and letters of recommendation must be submitted in sealed envelopes.

Mail your information to the following address:
Graduate School of Education & Information Studies
1009 Moore Hall, BOX 951521
Los Angeles, CA 90095-1521

Is there an application fee?
There is a non-refundable application fee of $60 that goes with the University application.

The fee can be paid by credit card or check. If you wish to pay by credit card, UCLA accepts Visa, MasterCard, and Discover Card. Please make checks payable to the "Regents of the University of California." If someone else writes a check for you, be sure your name and other identifying information (Social Security number, date of birth, etc.) appear on the face of the check. The application fee must be paid before an application can be processed. If you apply on-line, you must pay with a credit card. 

Can I send my applications?
No, only supplemental items should be mailed or hand-delivered.

For TeachLA:
Applicants need only apply to the Department not to the University. A $60 application fee should accompany the TeachLA application.

How many students are admitted each year?
For PLI:
We expect to admit 50-75 students

For TEP:
We expect to admit approximately 220 students. Our application pool can be anywhere from 350-580 applications.

For TeachLA:
Each year, we expect to admit 25 to 35 students.

Is there an interview required for admission?
For PLI:
Qualified applicants will be required to attend a group session. Prospective students will be asked to participate in a discussion of a problem or situation facing the education system currently.

For TEP:
GROUP WORKSHOP - As a part of the admissions process, applicants attend a mandatory Group Workshop. Applicants engage in small group activities under the direction of Teacher Education Program faculty and coordinators. Applicants are evaluated with regard to their contributions, interpersonal skills and small group interactions. Provisions will be made for applicants who are living out of the state or country and cannot attend one of the Group Interview sessions (information will be provided upon application to the program).

For Teach LA:
Yes, normally there is a group interview. Individual interviews can be arranged if necessary. 

How can I contact faculty?
For PLI:
Nancy Parachini, PLI Director, and can be contacted via email: nparachi@ucla.edu or you can call (310) 825-6212

For TEP:
You may view the TEP web site for faculty/instructor roster at http://www.centerx.gseis.ucla.edu/tep/people.htm

For Teach LA:
Faculty can be contacted via OSS Staff at (310) 825-8326.

Are there any prerequisite courses that I can take before I am admitted?
For PLI:
No. There are no prerequisite courses that can be taken prior to admission.

For TEP and Teach LA:
No. There are no prerequisite courses that can be taken prior to admission.

All Education courses are taken once you're admitted, however, there are additional credential requirements outside of the program that may be taken prior to admission. (See program information on how to satisfy requirements).