BA and ITEP Comparison
There are two primary program pathways within the major that students can select for graduation.
The BA pathway is the traditional teacher education program where students complete a Bachelor's of Arts degree in Liberal Studies in a total of 120 units. After completion of the B.A., they may continue their education as a post-baccalaureate student in order to complete a teaching credential program at ºÚÁÏÍø or another university.
The Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP) combines the study of academic subject matter for elementary school teaching or special education teaching with professional preparation and student teaching. Completion of ITEP includes both a Bachelor's of Arts degree in Liberal Studies and teaching credential(s).
Comparison in Educational Experience & Credential Admissions
BA Only
102-104 units of core requirements
12-16 units of electives to reach 120 total unit requirement for graduation from ºÚÁÏÍø
120 units minimum for a Bachelor's Degree
ITEP Pathway
Multiple Subjects Credential Program
- 102-104 units of core requirements
- 31 units of credential requirements
- 84 units of core requirements
- 51 units of credential requirements
Education Specialist Credential Program
- 81 units of core requirements
- 39 units of credential requirements
120-135 units for an ITEP program
BA Only
4 Years
ITEP Pathway
4-5 Years
Application Status
BA Pathway
Select "Post-Bac" for pathway
Apply during your last semester of your Bachelor's pathway
Deadlines:
- May 1 for Fall admissions
- December 1 for Spring admissions
ITEP MSCP
Select "ITEP" for pathway
Apply after completing EDEL 200, reaching 60 units, and before reaching 90 units
For transfer students, apply by the end of your second semester at ºÚÁÏÍø
Deadlines
- May 1 for Fall admissions
- December 1 for Spring admissions
University Application Status (via )
Must reapply by the appropriate deadline:
- June 1 for Fall admissions cycle
November 1 for Spring admissions cycle
Includes $70 application fee
No need to reapply
BA Pathway
Receive a new, later registration date and time for your first term as a post-baccalaureate student
ITEP Pathway
Maintain current registration as a student in senior standing
BA Pathway
Post-baccalaureate/ credential tuition
2025-2026:
- $4690 per semester (full time 7+ units)
- $3118 per semester (part-time 0-6 units)
ITEP Pathway
Undergraduate tuition
2025-2026
- $4171 per semester (full time 7+ units)
- $2815 per semester (part-time 0-6 units)
