Students who want to be licensed to teach political science at the secondary level must declare their intention to do so with the History and Social Sciences Educator Licensure Program at the earliest possible opportunity. Educator licensure involves significant requirements in addition to the completion of a degree in political science.

Certificate in Educator Licensure - Social Sciences: Political Science at Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois University offers the Certificate of Educator Licensure - Social Sciences: Political Science as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in DeKalb , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 1 year, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for educator licensure - social sciences: political science and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 28, 2027.
About Certificate in Educator Licensure - Social Sciences: Political Science
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Certificate in Educator Licensure - Social Sciences: Political Science at Northern Illinois University
Entry Requirements
- High School Diploma: You must have graduated by the time you start at NIU in order to be admitted.
- Grades: You must have passing grades equivalent to a U.S. C+ average on all transcripts and/or exam scores
English Requirements
- PTEMin 48
- IELTSMin 6
- TOEFLMin 71
Tuition and Fee Information for Certificate in Educator Licensure - Social Sciences: Political Science at Northern Illinois University
How to Apply for Certificate in Educator Licensure - Social Sciences: Political Science at Northern Illinois University
There are two easy ways to apply to NIU for free. No test scores required.
Apply Using the NIU Application
Apply directly to NIU using our online application.
Apply Using the Common App
Add us to your list of schools while completing the Common App.
We are currently accepting applications for fall 2023 and spring 2024.

United States of America, DeKalb