Master of Education: Initial Licensure

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1. BACCALAUREATE DEGREE (BA or BS) with a minimum overall undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0.
2. ADMISSION TEST — Minimum score on ONE of the following:
   • ACT – 22
   • SAT – 1080
   • Praxis Core – Reading 172 AND Math 156
   • GRE – Verbal 151 AND Quantitative 153
3. WRITING TEST — Minimum score on ONE of the following:
   • ACT Writing – 7
   • SAT Writing – 7
   • Praxis Core Writing – 166
   • GRE Writing – 4
4. TWO OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS from each college or university attended showing all credits previously earned.
5. TWO COMPLETE REFERENCE FORMS from former supervisors and/or professional references who have adequate knowledge of the applicant’s Christian commitment and character and potential for success as a graduate student and professional educator. Reference requests are sent as part on the online application.
6. COMPUTER COMPETENCY evidenced in rudimentary knowledge and experience in areas such as word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, email, and internet searches.
7. FINGERPRINT BACKGROUND CHECK (within 6 months) conducted by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. Click here for registration information.
8. BRIEF INTERVIEW with Milligan faculty members, resulting in a positive recommendation.
9. COMPLETED HEALTH AND IMMUNIZATION RECORD. You must complete and sign the front page of the form and have a physician complete and sign the back page, indicating the dates of the required two doses of the MMR vaccine. International students must also meet the TB testing requirements. The other vaccines are recommended.
10. REQUIRED CONTENT COURSES based on the area/discipline you plan to teach. Teacher candidates must know, understand, and use the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the disciplines they will teach. For unconditional admission, teacher candidates must have completed subject matter undergraduate requirements with a grade of C or better for teacher licensure (or equivalent) as follows:

    DISCOUNTED PRE-REQ COURSES

    You might be able to take some prerequisite courses at Milligan at a reduced rate. Learn more »

    • Early childhood education
      A basic pattern of liberal arts courses to assure licensure (two courses in language or literature; two courses in social studies; two courses in science [with labs]; and two courses in math); OR
    • Elementary education
      A basic pattern of liberal arts courses to assure licensure (two courses in language or literature; two courses in social studies, one of which is American History; two courses in science [with labs]; and two courses in math); OR
    • Middle grades education
      (1) A basic pattern of liberal arts courses to assure licensure (two courses in language or literature; two courses in social studies; two courses in science [with labs]; and two courses in math); (2) a major in a single discipline from the arts and sciences with an area of emphasis (approximately 10% of the undergraduate curriculum) in at least one additional discipline outside the major; OR
    • Secondary education
      (1) A basic pattern of liberal arts courses to assure licensure; (2) specific courses in endorsement areas with a minimum 2.75 GPA to assure content competency consisting of at least 24 hours that are the equivalent of a major in that area (See Catalog for a list of licensure programs available).

Students who do not meet the above requirements may be admitted, under certain conditions, into the program conditionally. See the Catalog »

Special Admission

This status is designed for a Milligan undergraduate student whose goal is to be accepted into the M.Ed. program as degree seeking, but who does not meet the admission standards. See the Catalog for details or contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at 423.461.8306 or MED@milligan.edu.

Expectations and Responsibilities

All students at Milligan are expected to uphold the expectations and responsibilities for student lifestyles at Milligan College. Milligan College adopts specific rules on the basis of the belief that God’s Word, as the final rule of faith and practice, speaks on many matters pertaining to personal conduct. Therefore, behavior that conflicts with Scripture is unacceptable. Historically, communities also have developed guidelines that help put into practice basic moral and social principles. Such standards serve as a guide toward worthwhile goals relevant to one’s academic, spiritual, social, and physical well-being.

Students should consult the Student Handbook for further guidance regarding acceptable personal lifestyle and conduct while enrolled at Milligan College. A student’s matriculation and enrollment at Milligan College is their pledge to uphold the policies and expectations outlined in the Student Handbook and Catalog.

International Students

International students must provide proof of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of at least 79; or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) core of at least 6.5. Please have your Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score sent directly from the Educational Testing Service to Milligan’s Graduate Admissions Office. All international applicants must have taken the TOEFL within the last two years. You cannot be exempted from this requirement unless English is your native language, or you are a U.S. citizen, or you have received an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited U.S. college or university.

After a student is admitted, there is required documentation to submit BEFORE form I-20 can be issued.  Students may begin gathering and submitting this information even prior to admission, but no I-20 will be issued until a prospect has been fully admitted AND has submitted the required documentation. International students should click here for information on the immigration/visa process »

Accelerated BS+M.Ed. Plan

Earn your bachelor’s and Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree in five years and get a fast start on your teaching career. This is a 4+1 (5 year) plan that gives you the opportunity to complete the M.Ed. degree in one academic year (+ May term) after receiving a bachelor’s degree.

BENEFITS

• Start higher on the salary ladder with one year of teaching experience AND a master’s
• M.Ed. degree will make you more competitive for job openings in most markets
• Secure your spot in the M.Ed. program
• Get a fast start on your career
• May qualify for TEACH Grant
• Continue learning from your Milligan faculty and gain the credentials and strong reputation of the Milligan M.Ed.

REQUIREMENTS & PROCESS

1. Major in a teacher education field at Milligan (talk to advisor about available fields and majors)
2. Request endorsement from your faculty advisor
3. Meet with Dr. Angela Hilton-Prillhart for approval to declare the Accelerated Plan by fall of junior year (preferably in sophomore year)*
4. Complete and Submit (to the GPS Office) the Participation form for the Accelerated plan, which requires approval signatures from both your undergraduate advisor and Dr. Hilton-Prillhart
5. Complete the required coursework for the Accelerated Plan
6. Must complete the M.Ed. admission process, be admitted, and pay deposit by NOV 15 of senior year

*Approval to declare the M.Ed. accelerated plan is not a guarantee of your admission to the Milligan M.Ed. program.