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University of Northern Colorado

University of Northern Colorado

About

The University of Northern Colorado (UNC), a public university founded in 1889, has a long history in teacher preparation. We are proud of our heritage and it shows in many ways. Our faculty advocate a teacher-scholar model in which the art and science of teaching are regarded as critical in how we work with all students, including teacher candidates.

Our faculty model high-quality teaching and we place priority on engaging our students in real-world issues in the schools and in the community. We prepare the largest number of teachers and educators across the largest array of program areas, so our teacher candidates gain from interactions with a broad range of future school personnel. Because of our size and program quality we partner with schools across Colorado and the world.

Learn more about how UNC is recruiting the next generation of teachers here.

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  • Greeley

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Aly Eschler

Taking over a classroom as a UNC student really helped prepare me for the challenges I face as a classroom teacher now.

Aly Eschler

University of Northern Colorado

Programs

Bachelor’s + master’s & certification

Elementary Ed BA Accelerated MAT CLD Program

  • Hybrid

    Program Format

  • Pre-Test Required

    No

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Program

Program Info

Did you know that you can work on your master’s degree while still completing your undergraduate studies? Students in the Elementary Education Licensure Program can earn a teaching license, a Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) endorsement, and complete a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education within one year after graduation.

Completing the requirements for both degrees is made possible by taking double-counted BA/MAT credits during the Junior and Senior years (ECLD 592, ECLD 594 and ECLD 523 paid for at the undergraduate tuition rate) and graduate-level credits (online–graduate-level tuition rate) starting the summer following the Senior year and completion of the undergraduate program. While this is the most efficient route, students may also elect to complete the program at a slower pace. Students remain eligible for financial aid as an undergraduate; any Graduate School aid is not available until students are admitted to the Graduate Program.

Upcoming Deadlines

  • Deadlines

    Program Start

  • Nov. 15, 2025

    Spring

  • Dec. 01, 2025

    Spring

  • Mar. 15, 2026

    Summer

  • May 01, 2026

    Summer

  • Jun. 15, 2026

    Fall

  • Aug. 01, 2026

    Fall

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Ways to Lower Your Costs

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

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Licensure Areas

Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education K-12
Elementary Education K-6

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