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Graduate Admissions & Aid

Our Graduate Admissions & Aid

The School of Education provides a quality education for teachers and educational leaders that is also affordable. Our graduate programs fit today's multi-tasking lifestyle, with an emphasis on diverse perspectives, discussions and experiences.

We offer our students much more than just a degree - we offer the chance to be a part of a personal and professional network like no other. Which means your graduate education can enrich your life and career long after you leave the classroom.

We have recently removed all testing requirements for admission, with a goal to make teaching more inclusive.

The first order of business is to ensure you've determined which degree is right for you. Once you're sure of that, read on for all the details on deadlines, requirements, costs, and financial aid.

Deadlines

Start of Term:
End of August/Early September

Deadline to Start an Application:
August 10

Deadline to Complete Application Requirements to be Considered for Admission:
August 25

Start of Term:
End of January/Early February

Deadline to Start an Application:
January 10

Deadline to Complete Application Requirements to be Considered for Admission:
January 25

Start of Term:
End of May/Early June

Deadline to Start an Application:
May 10

Deadline to Complete Application Requirements to be Considered for Admission:
May 25

Program Eligibility

  • Graduate Degree Programs
  • Current Educators Seeking an Additional or Administrative License

    • Graduate Degree Programs

    Incoming students must hold a bachelor's degree with a 3.0 GPA from a regionally accredited institution.

    If you do not meet meet the minimum GPA requirements for the School of Education, you may be eligible for provisional admission, which sets goals to meet over your initial classes. Contact the Admissions team to discuss your options.

    Current Educators Seeking an Additional or Administrative License

    Special Education Additional License: Applicants must hold a Tier 3 or 4 special education license. Applicants with a Tier 3 or 4 teacher education license seeking their first license in special education must pursue initial licensure in special education.

    Teacher Education Additional License: Applicants must hold a Tier 3 or 4 teacher education license and meet the additional license content course requirements. Applicants with a Tier 3 or 4 special education license seeking their first license in teacher education must pursue initial licensure in teacher education for the concentration they seek.

    Seeking Administrative License in Education:

    • You must hold a master's degree from a regionally accredited institution or meet the administrative license total graduate credit requirement of 60 credits.
    • You must currently hold a Tier 3 or 4 MN teaching license.
    • Three years of teaching experience is preferred.

    Graduate Degree Programs

    Incoming students must hold a bachelor's degree with a 3.0 GPA from a regionally accredited institution.

    If you do not meet meet the minimum GPA requirements for the School of Education, you may be eligible for provisional admission, which sets goals to meet over your initial classes. Contact the Admissions team to discuss your options.

    Current Educators Seeking an Additional or Administrative License

    Special Education Additional License: Applicants must hold a Tier 3 or 4 special education license. Applicants with a Tier 3 or 4 teacher education license seeking their first license in special education must pursue initial licensure in special education.

    Teacher Education Additional License: Applicants must hold a Tier 3 or 4 teacher education license and meet the additional license content course requirements. Applicants with a Tier 3 or 4 special education license seeking their first license in teacher education must pursue initial licensure in teacher education for the concentration they seek.

    Seeking Administrative License in Education:

    • You must hold a master's degree from a regionally accredited institution or meet the administrative license total graduate credit requirement of 60 credits.
    • You must currently hold a Tier 3 or 4 MN teaching license.
    • Three years of teaching experience is preferred.

    Application Checklist

    The following materials are required for all applications within the School of Education:

    • Application Form
    • Official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate work (unless that work was completed at the University of St. Thomas) sent from the educational institution. Official transcripts must be submitted to Graduate Admissions in one of two ways:
      • Electronic (preferred): GradAdmissions@stthomas.edu
      • Mail: Graduate Admissions University of St. Thomas, Box 5, 1000 LaSalle Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55403
    • Personal Statement Essay
    • Resume
    • Two letters of recommendation

    International Applicants: Please review and follow the International Graduate Requirements.

    Depending on the program for which you are applying, additional documents may be required within your application. Please follow application prompts and attach any additional documents requested for your program.

    Graduate Tuition and Financial Aid

    2025-2026 Tuition Rate: $727 per credit hour (varies for Doctorate in Education)

    See the Estimated Cost of Attendance for graduate programs from the School of Education (used to determine your eligibility for Financial Aid).

    Scholarships

    O'Shaughnessy Scholarship: provides financial support for current educators who are seeking an additional licensure in reading and who are committed to serving at-risk student populations

    Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program: for undergraduate students (transfers, juniors, seniors) seeking a STEM teaching license

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