Program Overview

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Introduction to Seattle Pacific University Programs

Seattle Pacific University offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various colleges and schools. The university is committed to providing high-quality education that prepares students for successful careers and lifelong learning.

Colleges and Schools

The university is organized into several colleges and schools, each offering a unique set of programs and courses. These include:

• College of Arts and Humanities
• College of STEM and Social Sciences
• School of Business, Government, and Economics
• School of Education
• School of Health Sciences
• School of Psychology, Family, and Community
• School of Theology

Undergraduate Programs

The university offers a variety of undergraduate programs, including:

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) degrees in fields such as art, communication, English, history, and music
• Bachelor of Science (BS) degrees in fields such as biology, chemistry, computer science, and physics
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degrees in fields such as theater and visual arts

Graduate Programs

The university also offers several graduate programs, including:

• Master of Arts (MA) degrees in fields such as education, theology, and business
• Master of Science (MS) degrees in fields such as nursing and engineering
• Doctoral degrees in fields such as education and theology

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements vary by program, but generally include:

• A completed application form
• Official transcripts from all previous academic institutions
• Letters of recommendation
• Standardized test scores (such as the SAT or ACT)
• A personal statement or essay

Tuition and Fees

Tuition and fees vary by program and semester. The university offers a variety of financial aid options, including scholarships, grants, and loans.

Research Areas

The university has a strong commitment to research and scholarship, with faculty and students engaged in a wide range of research areas, including:

• Arts and humanities
• STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, and math)
• Social sciences
• Education
• Health sciences
• Psychology and family studies
• Theology

Academic Policies and Procedures

The university has a number of academic policies and procedures in place, including:

• Academic advising
• Academic appeals
• Academic honors
• Academic integrity
• Academic probation
• Academic schedule and load
• Change of personal information
• Course numbering system
• Credit by examination
• Eligibility
• Enrollment at other institutions
• Grading
• Graduation
• Limitations on credit
• Leave of absence
• Nondiscrimination policy
• Registration
• September session
• Student class status
• Student records and confidentiality
• Transcripts
• Transportation policy
• Veterans' benefits
• Withdrawals

Secondary Certification Program

The Secondary Certification program is designed for students who wish to become middle school or high school teachers. The program requires students to major in a content area aligned with their desired teaching endorsement and to complete a residency teacher certification program.

Choosing a Major

Students seeking secondary certification must major in a content area aligned with their desired teaching endorsement. Students who wish to be endorsed in two areas do not need to double major, but must take a specific set of coursework to meet state requirements.

Foundations Quarter

The Foundations quarter is a prerequisite for the EDU 2300 course. Foundations prerequisites include:

• Official admission to SPU
• Sophomore standing (45 credits)
• Registration for EDU 2100 prior to or concurrent with EDU 2300
• Post-baccalaureate students only: passing scores on the Washington state basic skills test (WEST-B), Washington state educators' endorsement test (WEST-E/NES), and transcript evaluation by the School of Education

Methods and Skills Courses

These courses may be taken independently of each other and the professional quarters. Courses must be completed prior to Methods Quarter.

Methods Quarter

Methods Quarter is offered only in Autumn Quarter. A minimum GPA of 2.0 ("C") is required in all methods courses. If you are a Secondary Certification student, you must take a methodology course for each endorsement area being earned.

Integrated and Internship Quarters

Students must take Integrated and Internship quarters sequentially in the same academic year (Winter-Spring). A minimum 3.0 GPA ("B") is required for Secondary Internships A and B.

Professional Certification Disclosure

SPU's Undergraduate Teacher Certification Program meets the educational requirements for certification in the state of Washington. Each state has different professional licensure and certification requirements. Eligibility for certification/licensure may involve more than degree completion and may include professional examinations, background checks, and fingerprinting. The requirements for certification/licensure can change without notice.