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Program Description

Subject Area Endorsements 
For licensed teachers seeking a subject area endorsement to add to their Oregon teaching license.  
 

Admissions Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree
    • From an accredited college or university.
  • Teaching License  
  • GPA
    • Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75, or 3.0 in at least eight semester hours of graduate study.
  • Academic Prerequisites
    • Coursework should reflect preparation in the subject area you are seeking endorsement in (20 semester credits).
    • Passing in your endorsement area prior to applying. Please select 51³Ô¹Ï as a score recipient when registering for your test.  
  • Completed GradCAS Application: Your online application will also include transcripts, two references, a résumé, and a TSPC character questionnaire.

Application Deadlines

Summer Cohort (Elementary Multiple Subjects Endorsement only) 
Early Deadline: March 1
Final Deadline: May 1

Fall Cohort (All Subject Area Endorsements) 
Early Deadline: April 1
Final Deadline: July 1

Spring Cohort (Elementary Multiple Subjects Endorsement only) 
Early Deadline: October 1
Final Deadline: December 1

How to Apply

 

Step 1: Create a GradCAS Account  

51³Ô¹Ï uses the GradCAS online system to process Subject Area Endorsement applications. Be sure to select the correct application link based on your intended start date. 

(Elementary ONLY) 

Step 2: Prepare and Upload the Following in GradCAS:

  • Transcripts
    • Official transcripts ordered and sent to GradCAS from all colleges/universities attended.
    • For international coursework, a course-by-course evaluation is required through or
    • Evaluations must be sent to GradCAS by the application deadline.
  • Two References
    • Contact information for two people who can speak to your ability to work with PreK–12 students.  They will be emailed a form to fill out.  
  • ¸éé²õ³Ü³¾Ã©, which should include:
    • Employment history
    • Licenses or certifications
    • Experience with school-age children or youth
    • Education background
  • Official Score Report from Subject Test
  • TSPC Character Questionnaire
    • Required for all applicants.
  • English Language Proficiency
    • A satisfactory command of the English language is required. Applies to all non-native English speakers, including U.S. permanent residents and citizens.
  • Application Fee: $38 (non-refundable)