| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-01-21 | - |
| 2025-09-02 | - |
Program Overview
This BA/MST five-year program combines a Bachelor of Arts in History with a separate Bachelor of Arts in Education, leading to New Jersey teacher certification. It prepares students for careers as K-12 History teachers and includes a full year of clinical practice (student teaching) as mandated by New Jersey. The program emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and persuasive communication skills. International students are also welcome to apply for the program, which is offered in the Spring and Fall terms.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The provided text describes a Subject Matter Education (K-12) program, specifically focusing on History, offered as a combined Bachelor of Arts/Master of Science in Teaching (BA/MST) five-year program. The program leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree in History, a separate Bachelor of Arts degree in Education, and New Jersey teacher certification (Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing). It includes a full year of clinical practice (student teaching) mandated by New Jersey. The program is designed for "thinkers, doers, and persuaders" interested in careers in elementary, middle, or high school teaching.
Careers:
The program prepares graduates for careers as teachers at the elementary, middle, and high school levels.
Other:
The program is offered in the Spring and Fall terms for international students. The minimum GPA requirement is 2.25.
For international students, the requirements are:
- High School transcript: A certified English translation is necessary if the document is not already in English. A Foreign Credential Evaluation Report is optional.
- Proof of English Language Proficiency: Standardized test scores are required unless the student is exempt. Rowan's TOEFL code is 2515, PTE code is M7V, and for Duolingo, Rowan University should be added to the "My Colleges" list. Official IELTS score reports can be verified with the TRF# in the bottom right corner.
- For Performing or Creative Arts Majors: An audition or portfolio review is required.
- Transfer Students: If a student has completed 12 or more college credits, they are considered a transfer student and must submit college transcripts (with certified English translations if not in English). All official transcripts are required before the semester begins. A Foreign Credential Evaluation Report is optional.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
International students must submit proof of English language proficiency unless they are exempt. Acceptable tests include TOEFL, PTE, IELTS, and Duolingo. The ELP is a non-credit program designed to improve English language skills before university entry.
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