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For consideration of admission, the
applicant should have the following credentials:
1. Academic Record
Applicants must have earned a master’s degree from an accredited institution and normally have maintained at least a 3.0 average in that course of study. High
NTE/Praxis II scores are also required to demonstrate academic ability.
2. Teaching Ability
The record of the applicant must show at least three years of successful full-time teaching and high recommendations as an instructor.
3. Personal Qualities
In evaluating the potential for leadership, the College will pay particular attention to the required letters of recommendation, seeking evidence of strength of character, skill in decision-making, and a talent for articulate speaking and writing.
4. To be considered for admission to the Ed.S. program an
applicant should submit the following credentials:
a. A completed, signed, dated and witnessed application form and a $40 application fee.
b. Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all colleges attended
c. NTE/Praxis II scores
d. Three letters of recommendation
e. A personal statement of approximately 1 page (250-300
words).
The applicant should submit a personal statement as part of the application itself. This statement should be a reflection on how your personal goals as an educator tie with the Converse concept of The "Ideal" Educator. This ideal is derived from the Converse College Founder’s Ideal in which Dexter Edgar Converse said his desire was that Converse students "may be enabled to see clearly, decide wisely, and to act justly." How do you see your Converse graduate program helping you "to see clearly, decide wisely, and to act justly"? Your personal statement should be approximately one page (250 – 300 words). In keeping with the Honor Tradition at Converse, your essay must be entirely your own work. Organize your essay clearly, proofread, and spell-check your essay carefully. Be as specific as you can as you reflect on how Converse can help you become The "Ideal" Educator.
f. Copy of teaching
certificate
The Educational Specialist Degree in Curriculum and Instruction is a sixth year higher education program of 36 hours in curriculum, instruction, administration, and liberal arts.
5. Send application forms and fees to:
School of Graduate Studies
Converse College
580 East Main Street
Spartanburg, South Carolina 29302-1931
Phone: 864-596-9220
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