A minimum of 45 transferable university quarter credits are required to enroll in the following programs. There are no exceptions.
To start the Bachelor of Arts in Education, you must first complete your lower-division requirements, pass the Washington Educator Skills Test-Basic® (WEST-B), and then apply with our advisors. CityU is dedicated to helping you achieve your goal of becoming an elementary school teacher.
iTEP Plus: 4.0
TOEFL iBT: 76
University of Cambridge ESOL Exams: FCE First Certificate in English
IELTS (International English Language Testing System): Band 6.0
CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language): Overall 60; Writing 60
PTE (Pearson Test of English): 51
The EIKEN Test in Practical English Proficiency: EIKEN Grade Pre-1
WEST-B (Washington Educator Basic Skills Test): OSPI passing scores on Reading & Writing Sections
ELS: ELS Level 109 Intensive Program
The Bachelor of Arts in Education will satisfy requirements for a Washington State Residency Teaching Certificate, which means you’ll be qualified to work as a certified teacher in any public or private elementary school in Washington state.
Endorsements include:
Elementary Education
Middle-Level Mathematics
Special Education
English Language Learners (ELL)
Reading
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College Composition: 5 credits
College Mathematics: 5 credits (May be met with Math for Elementary Teachers or MATH 107 or higher.)
Humanities: 15 credits
Social Science: 15 credits
Natural Science/Mathematics: 15 credits
EDU 320A Content: Instructional Strategies P-12 (5)
ESP 423 Curriculum Modifications and Adaptation (2)
EDU 308 American School Law and Issues in Special Populations (3)
EDU 313 Multicultural Education (2)
ERL 436 Literacy Instruction and Assessment I (4)
ERL 438 Literacy Instruction and Assessment II (4)
EDU 383A Content: Classroom Management (3)
EDU 404A Content: Student Assessment & Evaluation (3) OR ESP 408 Student Assessment & Evaluation (3)
EDE 433 Content: Mathematics I (4)
EDE 439 Content: Mathematics II (4)
ERL 440 Language Arts and Literacy Integration (4)
EDU 329 Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (4)
EDE 307 Special Education and Special Programs (3)
EDE 325 Sustainability and the Social Sciences (4)
EDE 370A Content: Creative Arts Concepts (2)
EDE 403 Health and Fitness Methods (2)
Teaching is a challenging yet highly rewarding career. If you’re passionate about working with youth and making a difference, a Bachelor of Arts in Education from CityU of Seattle will set you on that path.
This bachelor’s program will prepare you for a variety of roles in the education field, including:
Special education teacher
Guidance counselor
K-12 teacher
Single-subject math, reading, or ELL teacher
Networking Opportunities
At CityU, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your professional network by connecting with faculty working in your field, students from around the globe, and alumni employed at Seattle’s top companies. Plus, you’ll be part of a supportive community that’s dedicated to helping you reach your career goals.
International student health insurance for academic students per quarter: $390
