Social Studies/History Admission Application

Rationale for Capping the Social Studies/History Cohort

• The current employment market does not support the number of social studies/history candidates we are currently admitting. It is an ethical decision to balance the number of candidates prepared with the likelihood of employment.
• By limiting the number of candidates admitted we can use our resources more efficiently and effectively to provide an optimum experience for our social studies/history candidates. These resources extend beyond UNO to the field placements, cooperating teachers, and university supervisors who mentor candidates.
• The criteria used to select social studies/history candidates represent potential for success based upon demonstrated academic knowledge/content knowledge, interpersonal/communication skills, and professed commitment to the profession.

Admission Process

Phase 1: Admission to Teacher Preparation as prerequisite to qualify for Social Science/History pool

• Successful completion of EDUC 2020 and EDUC 2030
• GPA of 2.5 or better
• PPST
• Completion of General Education Fundamental Skills Requirements
  (ENLG 1150, ENGL 1160, SPCH 1110, MATH 1310)

Phase 2: Admission to Social Studies/History Education

Submit application for admission to Social Studies Education at the same time as admission to Teacher Preparation.  Deadlines are the same for both cohorts. Click here for application.

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, weighted as follows:
  5 points 3.5-4.0, 3 points 3.3-3.49, 0 points 3.0-3.29
• PPST scores (weighted)
  Admission criteria:  Reading 170, Math 171, Writing 172    
  Award 5 points for scores over 180 (190 is highest score) in each category
  
• Scripted interview conducted by 2 veteran educators with scores averaged (Note: Student will be contacted for interview once he or she has been admitted to Teacher Preparation – See Phase 1.)

Selection

Students will be rank ordered by total points.  If not admitted, student may reapply next admission period.

A prerequisite for TED 4000-Social Studies methods is admission to a Social Studies/History cohort. A student who is pursuing another major may continue in that area but will not be able to complete the social science program unless also admitted to a Social Studies/History cohort.

Revised 6-10-08