Teacher Licensure Admissions Requirements





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General Requirements for All Teacher Licensure Programs


It is important to provide all required documents so the Office of Admissions can process your application for admission to Alliant International University. Please check the following list to make sure you have included everything needed for admission:


1) Completed Online Application

  • Prospective students must submit an online application along with a non-refundable $65 application fee.


2) Minimum Cumulative GPA

  • All Teacher Licensure applicants must possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.

  • If your undergraduate or graduate (if applicable) GPA is below the stated requirement, you must submit a petition requesting an exemption from this academic requirement and hold the stated items below. The online application allows you to provide a statement of exception or submit additional material that would document your ability to perform in an intensive academic environment.

    • Application

    • Passing CBEST or equivalent

    • Official Undergrad Transcripts

    • 2 letters of recommendation

    • 2-4 page essay that includes their GPA exception request statement

    • Resume


3) Official Transcripts

  • Applicants are required to submit official transcripts from all degree-granting institutions attended. Applicants must possess at least a Bachelor's degree or higher from an institution of higher education that is regionally accredited in the U.S. (or its international equivalent).

4) Foreign Transcript Policy

  • Students who previously attended schools outside of the United States may be able to show proof of official transcript documents by providing either of the following:

  • Official Transcript and internal review by designated Alliant staff.

  • Third Party Review: A student may request an official evaluation of schoolwork which will be sent directly from a credible transcript evaluation service to the University. The evaluation must indicate that the document was based on an official educational record in order to be considered for transcript intake.**

  • ** Students enrolling in Teacher Education programs must submit transcripts through the pre-approved entities listed on the California Commission of Teacher Credentialing portal. Alliant’s internal review is not sufficient for entry into these programs.

  • Note: this policy does not pertain to potential transcript evaluation for transfer credit purposes.

  • Degree Requirements for Foreign Students Enrolling in California Teaching Credential Programs

  • California teaching credential program applicants whose degree is from outside the U.S. must have their transcripts evaluated prior to being admitted to the Alliant International University teaching credential program.

  • To locate the most updated list of CTC-approved entities, please review visit: https://www.ctc.ca.gov/docs/default-source/leaflets/cl635.pdf?sfvrsn=6


5) Letters of Recommendation

  • Two recommendations are required for all applicants.

  • Recommendations should be from references familiar with your work, your academic abilities, or your potential for scholarship and professional accomplishment. These letters can come from supervisors, academic instructors, volunteer coordinators or other professional and/or academic relationships.


6) Essay

  • An admissions essay is required of all applicants.

  • In a comprehensive 2-4 page (double-spaced) essay please address the following:

    • A brief autobiographical statement; professional aspirations; accomplishments and any relevant experience in teaching or working with children and adolescents, and/or within K-12 schools.


7) Interview

  • An Interview with a Program Director or Faculty may be required for students not meeting GPA requirements.


Program-Specific Requirements


The University’s admissions criteria vary from program to program and are designed to measure the qualities and capabilities required of a professional in the field to which the student is applying as reflected in an applicant’s academic ability, academic preparation, and other personal and non-academic factors.