It is expected that students complete 30 credit hours of coursework per year. If fewer than 30 credits are completed successfully during the fall or spring semesters, or if developmental (non-credit) courses must be taken as prerequisites to required courses (e.g., Math 00100), students are expected to enroll in coursework during the summer terms to get back on track for an on-time graduation.
Please note: a minimum cumulative GPA of a 2.5 or higher is required to remain in good standing within the School of Education.
The elementary education program prepares graduates to meet standards for teaching in K–6 settings. Students are prepared according to the standards established by the Indiana Professional Standards Board. In addition, students are immersed in programs of study that challenge them intellectually with new models of instruction and explorations of diversity. All students spend significant time in community schools, where they learn the importance of social justice and democratic practices. They learn to tap the wealth of assets in Indianapolis as they hone their expertise as discipline-based teachers and passionate professionals. The School of Education is committed to preparing teachers who want to make a difference and have the knowledge and skills to do so.
Bachelor of Elementary Education at Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis offers the Bachelor of Elementary Education as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Indianapolis , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 4 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for elementary education and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 22, 2027.
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Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Elementary Education at Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Entry Requirements
- Graduation from a high school accredited by a state Department of Public Instruction.
- The extent to which the student meets or exceeds the following minimum requirements:
- High School GPA of 3.0.
- Completion of Core 40 including chemistry and 4 years of math including trigonometry or pre-calculus.
- Minimum SAT scores of 550 math and 480 critical reading or ACT scores of 24 math and 20 verbal.
- You must provide the results of your SAT or ACT, including the Written Section of the test (scores must be received at IUPUI by May 1). If your class has graduated and a fall semester has passed since you graduated, you do not need to take the SAT or ACT. Though test results are considered during the admission review, we do not deny students strictly based on their test results. The SAT or ACT is most important when considering you for dual admission to your intended major and scholarship consideration.
- For admission to the engineering programs, minimum SAT scores of 480 verbal (critical reading) and 550 mathematics or minimum ACT scores of 20 English and 24 mathematics are required.
- Because of a limitation on the total number of applicants that may be accepted as first-year students, out-of-state admissions may close at any time. When it becomes necessary to limit the number of Indiana residents accepted for a specific program, students will be offered admission to an alternate program or admission to the desired program for a subsequent semester.
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 79
English Program Requirements
Students who are admitted with TOEFL iBT of 60-94 or IELTS of 5.5-6.5 will take the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) placement test. Admitted students with Duolingo scores will also be required to take the EAP placement test. Depending on your EAP test results, you may take EAP courses at the same time as your academic major courses for one or two semesters. Your letter of admission will indicate if you are required to take this test.
Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Elementary Education at Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
How to Apply for Bachelor of Elementary Education at Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
IUPUI accepts one of two online applications for freshman students:
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Common Application
Submit only one application for admission to IUPUI. You must submit the nonrefundable $65 application fee to complete your application.
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- The Common App will require you to complete an essay.
- You are not required to have an SAT or ACT score to submit either application.
Questions
If you have any questions or issues, please feel free to email us at [email protected].
You will submit your supporting documents electronically through Atlas, our online portal for international students. Within five business days of submitting the online application, you will receive an email from [email protected] with instructions.
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You can also log into Atlas to see your next steps and see which documents have been reviewed and accepted. Our international admissions team will contact you if there are any questions about your documents.
After you submit your academic records and we have determined that you have been academically admitted at IUPUI, we will notify you via email. You will be able to access the letter about your admission status in Atlas.
If you have not submitted your proof of English proficiency, you should submit it now.
Also, be sure to check your email on a regular basis. We will email you if we need any additional documentation or if we have any other instructions for you. The waiting period until you hear if you have been admitted is usually two to four weeks.
Learn more about what happens after you apply, including how to check your admission status.
If you will need a student visa in order to enroll at IUPUI, you must submit financial documentation verifying your ability to pay your tuition and living expenses for up to one year. To learn more about this, please download and read: Financial Information for International Students
In order to complete this step, you must fill out both, the“Submit Financial Support Agreement” and “Submit Financial Documentation” e-forms in Atlas.
We cannot issue you a visa document until you have completed this step.
You will need to transfer your SEVIS record to IUPUI if you are currently on a student visa (F1) and are studying at a U.S. institution.
Log onto Atlas and follow instructions for filling out and submitting the SEVIS Transfer Request Form.
IUPUI requires all fall international freshmen to officially accept their offer of admission by paying a nonrefundable $100 enrollment deposit.
Once your deposit is received, it will be marked as such on your student record. This will allow you to register for student orientation (which takes place virtually during the summer). Your deposit will be applied to your first tuition bill.
You can pay your deposit online. If you were admitted by May 1, pay your deposit by June 1. If you were admitted after May 1, pay your deposit within three weeks of admission. As a reminder, your deposit is not refundable if you decide to attend somewhere other than IUPUI.
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