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Applying to Illinois State

Applying by our priority deadline is encouraged for best consideration for your academic program and for scholarships. Start your application today!

Applying to Illinois State

Applying by our priority deadline is encouraged for best consideration for your academic program and for scholarships. Start your application today!

Minimum GPA

2.70

Middle 50% GPA

3.01 - 3.56

Required Courses

None

Recommended Courses

It takes five semesters at Illinois State University to complete this degree. Students should transfer after three semesters at the community college.

To find the course equivalencies at an Illinois community college, please review our Course Articulation Guides.

• Introductory Special Education or The Exceptional Learner (SED 101)
• Child Growth and Development (TCH 210)
• Introduction to Psychology (PSY 110 or 111)
• Math for Elementary Teachers I
• Any IAI Math (Math for Elementary Teachers II (MAT 152) preferred)

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Middle 50% GPA

3.01 - 3.56

Application Period

Applications are always available.

Application Information

Current students can use the Apply to Your Program tool on My.IllinoisState.edu.

Major Requirements

Admission is competitive, based on GPA, and the department may limit enrollment due to space limitations. A written essay is required with application.

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