Applying to the Dartmouth College Teacher Education Program

CRITERIA FOR ACCEPTANCE IN TO THE TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM

The secondary and elementary programs are each capped at ten students, and applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early in their college careers. This early application is more likely to ensure a spot in the program and guarantee that applicants will be able to fulfill program requirements while enjoying a rich and varied college experience.
Applicants will demonstrate:

1. An ability to complete required Education foundational courses and content-specific courses as appropriate.
2. Prior relevant experience working with young people.
3. A commitment to working in an innovative and demanding program, with a focus on student learning.

PROCEDURES FOR APPLYING TO THE TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM

1. Applicants schedule an initial meeting with Zooey Zullo if interested in elementary teacher education, Jay Davis if secondary, or Director of Teacher Education Andrew Garrod if unsure.
   
2. Applicants submit an application and current transcript to the Education Department Administrator Sandy White.
   
3. After the completed application and transcript have been submitted and reviewed, candidates will be contacted to schedule a 15-minute interview with faculty members in the Department.
   
4. Teacher Education faculty will meet to review applications and will notify candidates of their status.

APPLICATION FORM

An application form can be downloaded here.

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