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Frequently Asked Questions About the Teacher Credential Programs

How much is tuition?
Tuition for full-time credential students is approximately $3,800 per semester (subject to change) for California Residents. Go to www.csus.edu for more information on fees.

What is the length of the program?
We have both two- and three-semester basic programs in the multiple subject and single subject credential programs. Special Education Credential Programs provide for great flexibility - full time or part time schedules are available, as well as summer coursework offerings.

When can I begin a basic credential program?
Our regular Multiple Subject and Single Subject three-semester (16 month) programs begin every fall and spring semester; the two-semester (9 month) Multiple Subject and Single Subject programs begin every fall semester. Special Education programs begin every fall and spring with summer coursework offerings.

Are there any prerequisites?
Depending on the program option, the following courses may be taken as pre or co-requisites: EDBM 170, EDS 100 A/B, HLSC 136, and KINS 172 (MS only). Occasionally, education courses taken at another college can be evaluated for substitution after admission to the program.

What are the test dates for CBEST and CSET, and how do I register to take these tests?
(click on the test name to go to the test web site.)

When are applications available and due?
For Fall program starts, applications are available in December and due March 1st. For Spring program starts, applications are available in July and due October 1st.

How do I apply to Sacramento State for "graduate school admission" and how do I apply to the Teacher Preparation Program?
Two applications are required if you are a graduating senior or are not currently a continuing graduate student at Sacramento State.

  1. The application for graduate school admission must be submitted online at www.csumentor.edu. Print out and save the receipt verifying you have paid for and submitted the graduate admission application.
  2. The application for the Teacher Preparation Program can be downloaded.

Can I come in and have an advisor explain everything?
After you have read the Admissions Guide [pdf] and attended an information session, please contact the Teacher Preparation Program Office if you have additional questions.

Can you tell me a little about what I would be doing in the Teacher Preparation Program?
Each semester you will have both credential coursework and public school experiences. In a nutshell, your program will be busy and intense, especially in the two semester program.

What internships are available?
Depending on school districts' needs, internship teaching positions may be available. The intern holds a full or part-time teaching position while completing coursework. Currently, most internship positions are in either special education or single subject areas such as mathematics, English or Spanish (other subject matter areas may be available). At this time, only the Special Education and Teacher Education Departments may offer internships.