Candidates who hold a non-teaching bachelor's degree and wish to get a teaching license may be eligible for the Initial Licensure Alternate Route Program.

Requirements for Admission

• A bachelor's degree (in the subject to be taught, for secondary licensure);
  
• documentation of proficiency in reading, mathematics, and writing (ACT of 24 or more; SAT verbal and math of 1100 or more; SAT of verbal, math, and writing of 1500 or more; PRAXIS I scores that meet Indiana minimums);

Program Requirements

All candidates in the Initial Licensure Alternative Route Program will complete a three-semester sequence, culminating in a semester of student teaching. Candidates must have credit for EDUC 221: Diversity and Equity in Education.

Student Teaching

Upon matriculation into the Initial Licensure Alternative Route Program, candidates must apply for a student teaching placement. Passing scores on content exams required for state licensure must be submitted prior to commencing a student teaching placement. For further information about the program, possible candidates should contact the Department of Teacher Education.