FAQ - Grad Secondary


Graduate Students in Mathematics Education

How do I apply for the MST?

I have an undergraduate degree majoring in science or engineering. What courses should I take to prepare for admission to the MST secondary program?

I have taken only some of the required post-calculus courses. Should I apply for non-degree status?

What if I took a required course somewhere else? Will I need to repeat it?

I started at UIC as a non-degree student. How many of these courses can apply to my degree? How do I transfer courses to my degree program?

Who grants certification?

How do I apply for Continuing Education courses? Can these apply to my degree?

Can I apply courses from my UIC undergraduate degree to my graduate degree?

What do I do if I'm starting the program in Spring term and I can't take MthT 411 because I haven't taken 410 (offered in the Fall)?

I already have an elementary teaching certificate; what do I need to do to teach secondary mathematics?

I already have a secondary teaching certificate; what do I need to do to teach secondary mathematics?

I am completing a Master of Education (in the College of Education) to obtain elementary certification. How can I get a Middle School Mathematics Endorsement?

If I am admitted to begin in the Fall semester, for example, but find that I am unable to attend, can I enroll in the Spring semester instead?