Is life directing you down a new path? Take your skills and career experiences to Indiana University Kokomo and become a Kindergarten through 6th grade teacher through our Post-Baccalaureate in Elementary Education (K-6) program.
Our program is flexible and designed to fit your schedule and needs, allowing you to balance your education with your other life commitments. It accommodates individuals employed full-time in schools by enabling them to utilize their current positions for both course curriculum and student teaching.
Complete your program part-time over two years, including summer sessions, and an additional semester of student teaching.
The Post-Baccalaureate in Elementary Education (K-6) program allows individuals with degrees in other fields to transition into elementary education. By completing the program and successfully passing your state licensing exams, you will earn an Indiana teaching license, qualifying you to teach children in grades K-6.
Graduate tuition per-credit hours can be found at the Office of the Bursar. Additional fees apply for select coursework.
For the latest requirements and course details for the Transition to Teaching programs, please refer to the Academic Bulletin.
| Starting Semester | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall | June 30 (preferred) |
| Spring | November 30 (preferred) |
| Summer | March 30 (preferred) |
Indiana University Kokomo offers both federal and private student loan options. Students are encouraged to explore federal loans first before considering private loans.
The Indiana University Net Price Calculator provides you with an estimated net cost of attending IU Kokomo after grants and scholarships. We recommend that you have your most recent tax return, W-2s, bank statements, and investment statements available to improve the accuracy of the calculator.
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If you have questions about this program, licensing, or how to get started on your path toward becoming a teacher, we are here to help! Reach out through our interest form and we’ll be in touch with you soon. We can’t wait to meet you and help you take the next step toward your future success as a teacher!
Indiana University Kokomo
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