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About

Teacher preparation has been a part of the University of Colorado Boulder since the university was established in 1876. At CU Boulder, our mission in the School of Education is grounded in a lived commitment to democracy, diversity, equity, and justice. We teach and engage in research with our colleagues in schools and communities to make a transformative difference. The work of our faculty, researchers, staff, and students contributes to evidence-based policy and practice. We aim for our graduates to be engaged and informed educators, researchers, policymakers, and community leaders.

  • College or University
  • Boulder

Institution Links

  • Admissions
  • Financial Aid Office
  • Online Application
Rachel Swanson

The best part about being an education student are the connections I have been able to make with professors and graduate level students. I have enjoyed all the practicums the CU Teach program offers. I like this program, because it gave me a chance to explore actual teaching early in the program. The last thing I enjoy about the education program is the small classroom settings because it gives you an opportunity to meet other students who share similar interests.

Rachel Swanson

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Programs

Bachelor’s & licensure

Undergraduate Teacher Licensure Programs

  • In-person

    Program Format

  • Pre-Test Required

    No

Relevant Links

Elementary Education ProgramMiddle and High School Teaching Program

Program Info

Lead change in education with a BA in elementary education (grades K-6) or middle and high school teaching (grades 6-12). Both programs prepare you to be a reflective, ethical and responsive educator dedicated to serving public schools and your community. 

The elementary education program, with an endorsement in culturally and linguistically diverse education, trains teachers for grades K-6 who are dedicated to creating welcoming, fair and supportive classrooms.

The middle and high school teaching program prepares teachers for grades 6-12 in the following subjects:

  • English
  • Math
  • Science
  • Social Studies 
  • Spanish

As part of the middle and high school teaching program, you will earn two degrees: a Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) in your chosen subject area, and a teaching degree.

Upcoming Deadlines

  • Deadlines

    Program Start

  • Oct. 01, 2025

    Spring

  • Nov. 15, 2025

    Fall

  • Jan. 15, 2026

    Fall

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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

Learn how to get$100 Back
and apply for a$1000 Scholarship

  • $14,002

    In State Tuition

  • $43,622

    Out of State Tuition

  • $65

    Application Fee

Ways to Lower Your Costs

Students at University of Colorado Boulder have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with University of Colorado Boulder to see if you can, too!

Amount
Description

Varies

Scholarships

Automatic-consideration scholarships are reviewed at the time of admission. Apply for School of Education specific scholarships through the CU Scholarship Application by March 1. 

For more information visit:Financial Aid Office

Licensure Areas

Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education K-12
Elementary Education K-6
English 6-12
Mathematics 6-12
Mathematics 6-8
Science 6-12
Social Studies 6-12
Spanish 6-12
For more information, visit: Admissions

Stats

Gender

  • Male

  • Female

    16%

    84%

Ethnicity

  • American Indian or Alaskan Native

  • Asian

  • Black

  • Hispanic/Latino

  • Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander

  • White

  • Two or more races

    0%

    3%

    1%

    16%

    0%

    73%

    7%

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