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Home: Academics: Certification: Secondary

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Transfer Students

Dean's Welcome

Thank you for your interest in the School of Education! At the School of Education, you will find a lively community committed to enhancing the skills required for teaching subjects that fascinate you. At the same time, we develop educators who work to eliminate educational inequality and foster the leadership skills that will make an impact anywhere. Thanks for visiting the School of Education on the web. We hope to see you on campus soon!

For more information about transferring into the undergraduate teacher education program, we suggest starting with the following frequently asked questions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many hours must I complete to be considered for transfer admission?

A: You must complete 54 transferable semester hours by the term in which you plan to begin coursework in the School of Education. You are encouraged to work toward the completion of the school's requirements prior to admission.

Q: In what areas may I be certified?

A: The State of Michigan requires that all teacher certification candidates have either a teaching major and minor or two teaching majors in order to be recommended for teacher certification. The School of Education offers teacher certification in the following areas:

Elementary:

• Language Arts
• Mathematics
• Integrated Science
• Social Studies
• Fine Arts (minor only)

Secondary and K-12: view majors and minors

Q: How can I learn more about teacher education at the School of Education?

A: For more information, please consider attending an M-Teach Information Session. You may also email te.program@umich.edu or call the Teacher Education office at 734-615-1528.

Q: How much will it cost to attend Michigan?

A: For information about the cost to attend U-M, including financial aid information, go to: www.finaid.umich.edu

Q: What kind of co-curricular activities would enhance my certification experience?

A: In addition to a lively schedule of lectures from our own faculty and guests, the School of Education has several co-curricular student organizations. School of Education students are also actively involved in a variety of extra-curricular activities outside of the School of Education. For a complete listing of U-M student organizations, visit the Maize Pages. For other campus life resources, explore the U-M Division of Student Affairs.

Preparing to Transfer

If you are planning transfer to Michigan, it is strongly recommended that you attend an M-Teach Information Session, where you will be thoroughly introduced to the Teacher Education program. If you have questions about transferring to the University of Michigan School of Education, we encourage you to contact us at te.program@umich.edu or 734-615-1528.

In addition, you are encouraged to:

• Chat with a School of Education advisor when he or she visits your campus.
• Check with your community college counselor for more information.
• Map out a schedule of classes you can take at your current institution and begin to plan for your U-M coursework.

Teacher Education Curriculum

Teacher education at Michigan emphasizes building a strong foundation through coursework with leaders in the field of education and experience in the diverse classrooms of southeast Michigan. To learn more about our curriculum, you may want to explore our course outlines for elementary education and secondary education, along with the program's major and minor requirements.

How to Apply

1. Review School of Education undergraduate application deadlines.
2. As you complete the application, refer to the Application Assistance sheet [.pdf]
3. Access the application for admission and select "Apply Now!"

Application Review

The Teacher Education admissions committee seeks to admit a diverse cohort of students that will thrive within the School of Education. As part of a holistic application review, several aspects of a student's academic experience are considered. In addition to a minimum GPA of 3.0, strong transfer applicants will also submit letters of recommendation that speak to the student's previous experiences, abilities, and goals; a personal statement that addresses why the student's previous academic and professional experiences make him/her an ideal candidate for admission; and a high school transcript and test scores that reflect strong academic preparation.

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