Texas A&M University-San Antonio

About

Texas A&M University-San Antonio is a four-year public university in the Texas A&M University System. As a proud Hispanic-serving and military-embracing institution with a predominantly first-generation student population, Texas A&M University-San Antonio transforms lives and the community by delivering a quality higher education experience that is accessible and inclusive, and by empowering students for academic success, rewarding careers and engaged global citizenship. Currently, over 8,000 students are enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs.

College or University
San Antonio, TX

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Bachelor’s & certification

Undergraduate Teacher Certification

From 48 to 72 months
Program Duration
In-person
Program Format
Pre-Test Required
No

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Program

Program Info

Texas A&M University-San Antonio has 12 pathways to teacher certification covering elementary school, middle school, high school and all-level certifications. These include the following degree plans with listed certification areas:

Degree	Certification Area
BS in Biology	Life science grades 7-12
BS in Chemistry	Chemistry grades 7-12
BS in Education	Core subjects Early Childhood-grade 6
BS in Education	Special education Early Childhood-grade 12
BS in Interdisciplinary Studies	Bilingual and core subjects Early Childhood-grade 6 or grades 4-8
BS in Kinesiology	Physical education Early Childhood-grade 12
BS in Mathematics	Mathematics grades 7-12
BA in English	English Language Arts & Reading grades 7-12
BA in History	History or social studies composite grades 7-12
BA in Spanish	Languages Other Than English Early Childhood-grade 12

Upcoming Deadlines

Deadlines
Program Start

Dec. 01, 2024
Spring
Jun. 30, 2025
Fall

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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

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

$9,300
In State Tuition
$23,124
Out of State Tuition
$30
Application Fee

Ways to Lower Your Costs

Students at Texas A&M University-San Antonio have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with Texas A&M University-San Antonio to see if you can, too!

Amount

Description

$5,000

Scholarship

Ready to Work San Antonio is a unique training, education and employment program that provides tuition assistance and wrap-around services for qualified individuals. Funds are available if you meet certain eligibility criteria. Learn more.

Up to $7,000

Grant

The ASAP2TEACH grant provides tuition and exam fee support for students seeking bilingual teacher certification. Learn more.

Varies

Work Study, Working While Still Enrolled

Work-study opportunities are available, or you can find other employment while enrolled.

If you're already employed at a school and work with students within your declared certification area, you may complete your field residency observation hours as part of your existing job.

For more information visit:Financial Aid Office

Certifications

Bilingual Education / Core Subjects (4-8)
Bilingual Education / Core Subjects (Pre-K-6)
Chemistry (7-12)
Core Subjects (Pre-K-6)
English Language Arts and Reading (7-12)
History (7-12)
Life Science (7-12)
Mathematics (7-12)
Physical Education (Pre-K-12)
Social Studies (7-12)
Spanish (Pre-K-12)
Special Education (Pre-K-12)

Program Overview

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