Graduate
Frequently Asked Questions
What graduate education programs are offered?
MA in Education, Regular certification track (teaching certificate required):
- English as a Second Language, P-12 Endorsement
- Special Education: Learning & Behavior Disorders, P-12
- Special Education: Learning & Behavior Disorders, 8-12 Endorsement
- Reading and Writing, P-12 Endorsement
- Teacher as Leader Endorsement
- Rank I Principal Licensure Program coming soon!
MA in Education, Alternative certification track (no previous teacher certification):
- Biology, 8-12 Alternative Certification (degree in biology required)
- Chemistry, 8-12 Alternative Certification (degree in chemistry required)
- Mathematics, 8-12 Alternative Certification (degree in mathematics required)
- English, 8-12 Alternative Certification (degree in English required)
- Social Studies, 8-12 Alternative Certification (degree in Social Studies required)
- Special Education: Learning & Behavior Disorders, P-12 Alternative Certification
- French or Spanish P-12 Alternative Certification (language degree required)
Is the Graduate Education Program at Asbury College accredited?
Yes. Asbury College is accredited by SACS, and the entire Education Department, including the Graduate Education Program, has both state and NCATE accreditation.
What are the admission requirements?
- Application with $25 application fee
- Completed undergraduate degree
- Official transcripts of all previous undergraduate and graduate work sent directly to the Graduate Education Office at Asbury College
- Minimum of 2.75 cumulative GPA
- Copy of teaching certificate (if required for your program)
- Praxis or GRE scores (see next question)
- 3 professional references submitted on the forms provided: 1 employer, 1 professor, 1 personal
- TOEFL score of 550 minimum for international students
Do I have to take an exam (such as the Praxis or GRE) for admission?
Testing requirements for admission depend on the program:
- All regular certification tracks: Passing Praxis scores required from your initial certification.
- Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, English, Social Studies, French, Latin, and Spanish alternative certification: Passing Praxis scores in your content area required.
- Special Education alternative certification: No scores required for initial admission; passing score on first LBD Praxis II exam required for continuation after completion of approximately 15-20 credit hours.
What is the application deadline?
All application materials, including transcripts and references, must be received no later than two weeks before the beginning of class.
What does the program cost?
Tuition for 2008-09 is $372 per credit hour. SEG prefix courses and EDG 636 have an additional $18 per credit hour technology fee.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. Students must submit a FAFSA to determine what federal aid they may qualify for. In addition, some grants and loan forgiveness programs may be available depending on your selected program of study. See the financial information sheets for more details.
Will these programs fulfill my requirements for Rank II or Rank I?
Yes. All of the programs are state-approved and can be used for rank change.
How are classes offered at Asbury College?
All of the graduate programs are offered in a concentrated, campus-based format centered around the schedule of a professional educator. Many courses make use of online resources, such as Blackboard, to enhance class time. There are also field-based courses (internships, field experiences, or practica) required in each major which take place in the educator's classroom, requiring minimal on-campus time.
Do I have to start the program in the summer, or can I start any semester?
Summer start (fall start for ESL) is recommended for optimal course sequencing and fewest semesters required for completion; however, students are permitted to begin graduate programs any semester.
Is there a new student orientation for graduate students?
Yes. New student orientations are held each semester for graduate students, and all new students are required to attend.
How long does it take to finish the program?
It varies by student and program. Minimum completion time:
- English as a Second Language: 6 semesters (fall start)
- Special Education (any regular certification track): 6 semesters (summer start)
- Secondary and P-12 alternative certification: 6 semesters (summer start)
- Special Education alternative certification: 7 semesters (summer start)
Note: Semester counts include summers. 6 semesters = 2 years.
The maximum completion time allowed for any program is 5 years.
Additional questions? Contact Dr. Bonnie Banker or Lenore Sweigard.
Call: (859) 858-3511, ext. 2502
Email: GradEd@asbury.edu
Write: Graduate Education Program
Asbury College
One Macklem Drive
Wilmore, KY 40390-1198
Fax: (859) 858-3921 (include note "Attn: Graduate Education")
