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Application to the Teacher Education Program
Any student enrolled at Holy Cross College may apply for admission to the Teacher Education Program (TEP) after meeting the following requirements:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program (TEP)
· Overall GPA of 2.5 or better
· Grade of C+ or better in EDUC 200
· Submit TEP Application
· Passing scores on all three sections of the PRAXIS I tests
- Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST) in mathematics, reading, and writing
- Minimum scores on PPST of: Math - 175, Reading - 176, Writing - 172, OR Combined Score of 527
- ACT composite - 24
- SAT composite - 1100
· Philosophy of Teaching statement
· Completion of introductory field experience required by the program with satisfactory evaluation by the mentoring teacher and the college instructor for EDUC 200 and EDUC 220
· Minimum of C in all courses required by the major, minor and licensing areas
· An interview with two members of the Teacher Education Committee (TEC) with passing rating
· Acceptance into the TEP is necessary for enrollment in 300 and 400 level Education courses
Application for Teacher Education Program
