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Experience Matters
The University of St. Francis has been empowering educators for 100 years. Today, we proudly continue to serve those who serve others. What separates us from other institutions is our ability and willingness to customize offerings to meet the evolving needs of today’s educators.
A pioneer in online learning, USF offered its first online courses and degree programs in 1998. More than 20 years later, our engaging online format balances quality learning experiences with flexibility and value. Dedicated educators have filled over 50,000 seats in courses offered through USF's REAL program since its debut.
Applying for Endorsements
Complete an endorsement application through your ISBE Educator Licensure Information System (ELIS) account. Click here for a helpful how-to video.
When the endorsement application is reviewed by ISBE an email notification from noreplylicensure@isbe.net will be sent to the email account associated with the ELIS account. Ensure the email address associated with the ELIS account is current.
The ISBE application notification will identify any missing endorsement coursework and/or testing.
If the deficiencies are completed within the application expiration date, no additional fees will be required to earn the endorsement.
If the deficiencies are not completed within the application expiration date, an additional endorsement application will need to be submitted.
3. Educators can check the application status by viewing details in the ELIS account. More details about this process can be found on the ISBE License Status page.
ISBE subsequent endorsements and current requirements can be found on the ISBE website. For additional information and endorsement application assistance, please contact a local Regional Office of Education (ROE).
Earn Credit Now and Apply it Toward a Master's Degree Later
Did you know that educators can roll up to 18 hours of graduate credit earned through REAL at the University of St. Francis
into the M.S. Teaching & Learning programs?
Application and admission to the university is required.
Standard tuition rates apply for all core courses within the M.S. Teaching & Learning degree program.
For additional information, please contact Maggie Stevenson, Graduate Admissions Counselor at mstevenson@stfrancis.edu or 815-740-3389
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*Per credit hour tuition (PCH) rates as of Fall 2024. May reflect cohort/educator discount. Tuition does not include required books, materials, or applicable fees. All tuition is subject to University increases.
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