Teacher Education - Inservice

Endorsement-Only Programs
(includes Continuing Teaching License)

• ESOL
• ESOL/Bilingual
• Language and Literacy: Reading
• Special Education or Basic/Standard Exceptional Learner I

For applicants who currently hold an Oregon Initial Teaching License: the program requirements for an Oregon Continuing Teaching license are embedded in all advanced preparation endorsement programs. By applying to an endorsement program you are automatically applying to our Continuing Teaching License program. Follow the application requirements below.

Application Process

The Graduate Admissions office will confirm via email the receipt and status of your application file. Any outstanding items will be noted.

Applicants will also receive email notification when the application file is complete and ready for faculty review.

Application Deadline

Applications for Teacher Education - Inservice programs will be reviewed by faculty and the Graduate Admissions Committee on a rolling basis. That is, files will be reviewed once all application requirements are met. The Graduate Admissions Committee meets every month of the year except August.

Application Requirements

Applications and all supporting materials (transcripts, letters of recommendation, essays, etc.) must be received by the Graduate Admissions Office before the file is submitted to faculty for review.

The following are required:

1. Application Form
   You may use our online application or our paper application (pdf.) . You may also contact the Graduate Office of Admissions to receive an application packet by mail.
2. Application Fee
   A $50 nonrefundable application fee is required. Online application: the fee is payable with a credit card or electronic check. Paper application: submit a check payable to “Lewis & Clark College”. Alumni of the graduate school will have the opportunity to request an application fee waiver.
3. Two Personal Essays
   Download our Personal Essays Form (pdf.) for Teacher Education: Inservice essay topics and instructions. Essays may be single spaced or double spaced and may be submitted electronically (email attachment or as part of the online application) or in paper format (mailed or faxed).
4. Two Letters of Recommendation
   Two letters and two Recommendation for Admission form (pdf.) must be submitted. The forms and letters should be written by two individuals who know you and are qualified to evaluate your academic competence, character and/or experience in professional or leadership roles. Professors, supervisors, and employers are often the best sources. References from a personal therapist, family members, or friends are not accepted. NOTE: One letter of recommendation must be from a principal or supervisor who has observed your student teaching or licensed teaching within the last five years. If you are unable to obtain such a letter for some reason, please contact the Admissions Office to discuss your options.
5. Official Transcripts
   Applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution or the foreign equivalent. Official, sealed transcripts must be submitted from each post-secondary institution attended regardless of the length of study or the number of courses taken. Faxed transcripts are not considered official by the Graduate School. Graduates of a non-U.S. university system are required to provide officially evaluated and translated copies of all their college transcripts. Official evaluations and translations are done by outside agencies. Information regarding three such agencies can be found by going to: Information for International Students.
6. Grade Point Average (GPA)
   All applicants must hold a minimum 2.75 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) in their undergraduate degree. A minimum of 3.4 GPA is required for those students who graduated from an institution using a 5.0 scale.
7. Resume
   Submit a current professional resume listing positions that you have held for three months or longer including your current position.
8. Test Scores
   Test scores are not required for admission

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