Program Requirements

Q: How long will it take me to finish my program?
A: Including one summer term, full time students can complete most programs in five semesters.

Q: Who is my advisor?

A: Advisors will assist you in the Office of Student Academic Services.  You will also be assigned a program advisor upon your official admittance to the College of Education.


Teacher Certification Questions

Q: Do I have to pass the Florida Teacher Certification Examination (FTCE) before I graduate with a Bachelor's Degree?

A: Yes.  In order to be eligible to graduate, you must receive a passing score on BOTH the Professional Education Subtest, and your Subject Area Test of the Florida Teacher Certification Examinations (FTCE).

Q: How can I add on a second certification?  Can I double major?

A: You can double major in education and another college (i.e., Arts and Sciences).  You cannot double major within the College of Education; however, students may take additional courses to meet Florida certification requirements in other subject (i.e. a Math Education major may add on certification in English Education).  However, it will lengthen the time you will be in college.

Q: When should I apply for my Florida Teaching Certificate?

A: Because USF requires education majors to complete all certification exams prior to graduation, USF graduates are eligible to apply for a five-year professional certificate upon meeting employment/fingerprint requirements.


Other Questions

Q: Do I need to apply to Intern and Graduate?

A: Yes.  It is your responsibility to apply by the deadline. Deadlines are posted in the College of Education.

Q:  Will I earn a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree?

A: If you have taken your foreign language at the college level and three exit courses, you will be eligible for a Bachelor of Arts.  Both degrees are equally acceptable for a teaching position and equally recognized.

Q: What are the job opportunities and salaries in teaching?

A: General information concerning job opportunities, critical shortage teaching areas, and salaries can be obtained from the Office of Student Academic Services.  The personnel office in each school district can provide specific information related to opportunities and salaries for their district.

Q: What scholarships are available in the College of Education?

A:  A few scholarships are available from both the University and the College.  The Financial Aid office has listings of available scholarships.  The Office of Student Academic Services has a list of scholarships specific to education majors.

NOTE:  Because education is an evolving field, there are occasional changes.  Advisors in the Office of Student Academic Services are aware of these changes and are available to consult with you.  Additional information can be found in the USF Undergraduate Catalog.