Master of Science in Education Degree with a Major in Special Education - Gifted, Talented, and Creative

Contact Information:	Arkansas State University College of Education - Educational Leadership, Curriculum and Special Education P.O. Box 240 State University, AR 72467 Phone: (870) 972-3066 Fax: (870) 972-3096 http://education.astate.edu/ease/4-12.htm Patti Reed Administrative Assistant to the Dean and Associate Dean email:preed@astate.edu
Program Description:	The purpose of the Master of Science in Education degree with a major in Special Education - Gifted, Talented, and Creative (GTC) is to offer educators a planned program of study at the graduate level which is based on recommendations of professional organizations and accrediting associations such as the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) and NCATE.
Admission Requirement:	Students seeking admission into the Master of Science in Education degree program in Special Education - Gifted, Talented, and Creative must meet the admission requirements of the Graduate School and the specific program requirements. Unconditional Admission In addition to Graduate School criteria, academic proficiency must be established through satisfaction in either of the following admissions selection criteria: 1. 3.0 GPA in undergraduate work. 2. Two years of teaching experience. 3. Hold a current teaching license. 4. Have a written commitment from a practicing educator who will function as your mentor during the program. Conditional Admission In addition to Graduate School criteria for conditional admission, academic proficiency must be established through satisfaction of either of the following admission selection criteria: 1. 2.75 GPA in undergraduate Work or 3.0 in last 60 hours. 2. Two years of teaching experience. 3. Hold a current teaching license. 4. Have a written commitment from a practicing educator who will function as your mentor during the program.

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