Admission Requirements

In addition to Onondaga Community College's general admission requirements, enrollment in this program requires:

1. A high school diploma or equivalent.
2. College level placement in English and Reading (Note: Students who need to complete developmental coursework prior to required courses will need additional time to complete the A.A. degree).
3. A high school average of 85% or a cumulative G.P.A. of 2.5 after completing 15 credit hours of college level work.

Retention in the program requires:

1. Maintenance of a G.P.A. of 2.5 to remain in good standing in the program.

(Student will be placed on probation if the G.P.A. drops below 2.5 in a given semester; the student is expected to raise the G.P.A. to 2.5 the following semester.)

Please Note: Since admission requirements vary among 4-year teacher preparation programs, students are urged to consult an Onondaga Teacher Education advisor in the Human Services and Teacher Education Department or Counseling Department for transfer information for specific colleges.