Old Dominion University offers a Post-Baccalaureate Endorsement in Elementary Education (PreK-6). Many students who already possess an undergraduate degree enter Old Dominion University for the sole purpose of meeting Virginia’s teaching licensure standards. When these students apply for admission into an approved teacher education program, they are considered to be post-baccalaureate endorsement program candidates and must meet the college’s policy for admitting students into an approved teacher education program.
Program Highlights
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Admission to Old Dominion University does not guarantee admission into the post-baccalaureate endorsement teacher preparation programs in the Darden College of Education and Professional Studies.
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The Pre-K-6 post-baccalaureate endorsement option is available for those students who wish to pursue licensure and do not meet the master’s degree admission requirements or who do not wish to pursue the master’s degree.
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Requirements
All students must apply for and be admitted into the approved post-baccalaureate endorsement program for Elementary Education (grades Pre-K-6). The following admission criteria must be met:
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A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college/university is required in the liberal arts and sciences (or equivalent) including specific course work to meet Virginia’s stated coursework competencies for elementary education (Pre-K-6) subject area preparation.
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Cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.75 is required for admission.
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An application for non-degree admission must be submitted by the appropriate deadline for admission. Under certain circumstances, applicants who do not fully meet the requirements for regular admission to the program may be admitted on a provisional basis subject to conditions specified by the graduate program director for elementary/middle education.
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Virginia Licensure
** You do not need three years of educational experience to apply to this program. However, to be eligible for an Administration and Supervision preK-12 license in the Commonwealth of Virginia, you must have completed three years of successful, full-time experiences in a public or accredited nonpublic school in an instructional personnel position with licensure as a teacher or school counselor. ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿'s MSEd concentration in educational administration and supervision is approved by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
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If you're seeking teacher licensure or endorsement in another state, we encourage you to check your state's requirements before you apply.
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Cost of Attendance
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Review the estimated tuition rates for the 2025-26 academic year (subject to change). Other fees are assessed for special services and certain academic programs. Non-resident rates are charged for anyone who is not a current Virginia resident, including international students.
Ways to Fund Your Degree
There are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending Old Dominion University, including scholarships, assistantships, and student loans. For more details about financial aid at Old Dominion, visit the Financial Aid Office page.
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