Academic Eligibility:

• At least 36 semester hours of accredited college coursework. (Some programs require at least 45 hours.)
• ENGL 1101 and 1102 with grades of “C” or better. EDUC 2110* with a grade of “C” or better and a satisfactory field experience evaluation. (*Or provide proof of credit from an approved high school Georgia Pathways for Educators Program)
• Achieved a minimum, institutional (adjusted) or cumulative GPA of 2.75 for all coursework completed at Kennesaw State University. However, only candidates who have earned a KSU institutional (adjusted) or cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher will be guaranteed admission when all other admission requirements have been met. Students with a 2.75-2.99 GPA will be admitted on a case-by-case basis.
• No grade lower than “C” in Lower Division Major and Teaching Field courses as required by the programs in Teacher Education.
• Students with the minimum scores on Collegiate SAT, ACT, or GRE examinations may exempt GACE Program Admission Assessment by submitting proof of scores to the Certification Officer
• Completed with a “C” or better:  WELL 1000 or 2000, HPE 2000, HPE 2050, HPE 2250, and either HPE 1560 or 1580.
• Received a minimum letter grade of “C” in any required HPE major courses
• International students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.