Political Science (for Licensure) (5-8) (9-12) (BA) 25-26

Social Science Licensure- Political Science
Receipt of this form in no way indicates acceptance in the Education Program. Students may not enroll in any education courses (SEC) without first being admitted to the Education Program. Application to the Education Program requires a minimum overall GPA of 2.75 from all institutions of higher learning. Students must also demonstrate basic academic proficiency in order to be admitted to the Department of Education. See the Department of Education for the ways currently available to do this. Please also see the Application for Admission to a Teacher Education Program on the University website for additional application information.

Political Science majors must maintain a major GPA of 2.75 or higher and an overall GPA of 2.75 or higher. All courses taken to meet licensure requirements must be completed for a grade of C- (1.70) or higher. All educator preparation programs are subject to revisions required by changes from the Illinois State Board of Education.

ALL students must complete at least half of their Education courses, excluding SEC 300, 450 and student teaching (SEC 455), at Elmhurst University and must complete three full terms [Fall/Spring] at Elmhurst University prior to student teaching. Political Science majors are strongly encouraged to have at least 12 semester hours in History so that student teaching placements and endorsements can be facilitated. Full-time teaching positions in only Political Science are uncommon.