Requirements for Program Application

	Requirements	Minimum/Maximum Points
	1. Completion of 30 earned college credits	No points assigned
	2. Passing scores for Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST)	3-10
	3. 2.75 combined cumulative GPA. You may use one of these calculators to estimate your future GPA.	5-20
	4. GPA in Foundational Courses--BIO 103/105 or MIC 100, HPR 105, ESS 112, ESS 117, and ESS 225	1-25
	5. Fitness Assessment and Reflection Paper	1-15
	6. PK-12 Teaching/Physical Activity Leadership Reflection Paper	1-15
	7. Up-to-date Resume (2-page maximum)	No points assigned
	8. Interview with Faculty Committee	1-15
	Total Possible Points:	100

Application Process

Application deadlines are the first Fridays of October, February, and June (4:00 pm).
Submit your complete application packet to Dr. Ray Martinez, Program Director, 213 Mitchell Hall—submitting items piece by piece is not acceptable.
Candidates meeting all minimum criteria will be contacted to arrange an interview with the faculty.
Action letters announcing admission decisions will be mailed approximately one month following the application deadline.
The College of SAH Dean’s Office will be notified of candidates approved for admission and will formally admit students to the Teacher Education Program as ESS-Teaching majors.
Those denied admission will be invited to discuss their questions and concerns with a member of the Admission Committee.

You need to know...

Application deadlines are the first Fridays of October, February, and June (4:00 pm).
A total of 60 students will be admitted each year during the fall, spring, and summer review periods.
Only complete applications at the admission deadlines will be accepted for review.
The application process is competitive and meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Candidates are limited to two application attempts during their academic career at UW-La Crosse.