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Education endorsement and certificate programs at umw

Are UMW’s College of Education endorsement and certificate programs right for me?

Are UMW’s college of education endorsement and certificate programs right for me?
UMW’s College of Education Endorsement and Certificate Programs offer a graduate endorsement and two certificates. Prospective students possess a bachelor’s degree and a valid Virginia collegiate professional or postgraduate professional license. Competitive applicants will have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 on undergraduate coursework and at least 3.0 on graduate coursework. Many classes are offered during weekends and evenings.

UMW’s added credentials give educators increased knowledge in a particular field of study. The added credentials will lead to more lucrative and fulfilling employment options.

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Post-Baccalaureate certificate in teaching students with autism
Explore the great range of students’ characteristics on the autism spectrum, learn positive approaches to behavior management, discover methods for teaching and supporting students, and delve into emerging and assistive technologies.

Graduate student tuition and fees

Graduate tuition and fees
The tuition and mandatory fees outlined below have been approved by the Board of Visitors and are effective for the 2022-2023 Academic Year.

Application dates and deadlines

Application dates and deadlines
To enroll for the fall semester, the suggested filing dates are Priority Jun 1, Standard Jul 1, Space Available Aug 1. The spring suggested filing dates are Priority Nov 1, Standard Dec 1, Space Available Jan 1. The summer filing dates are Priority Feb 1, Standard Mar 15, Space Available Apr 15. UMW does accept post-filing date applications on a rolling, space-available basis.

Check out the College of Education Graduate Endorsement and Certificate Programs Checklist for the materials you’ll need to get started.

Have questions about the education endorsement and certificate programs?

Please contact Graduate Admissions at (540) 654-5862 or Email us at graduate@umw.edu, or you can fill out our Request for More Information Form. Feel free to visit our social media as well.