About the course

This major partially satisfies the criteria for a teaching endorsement in Earth and space science (5-12), qualifying students to teach earth and space science at the high school, middle, or junior high levels. Students who successfully complete the environmental science BS, environmental geology specialization and STEM Teaching Program (an alternative to the Professional Education Program) are eligible to apply for Washington State teacher certification. Teacher certification candidates must receive a C grade or higher in all major and STEM Teaching Program courses, have a GPA of at least 3.0 for either the last 45 graded quarter credits or overall CWU/transfer cumulative, and meet all Washington State teacher certification requirements. See the Geology/Earth science teaching advisor as soon as possible to develop a course of study. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: US$86,296

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2021	Ellensburg
Winter (January), 2024	Ellensburg
Spring (March), 2024	Ellensburg
Summer (June), 2024	Ellensburg
Fall (September), 2024	Ellensburg
Winter (January), 2025	Ellensburg
Spring (March), 2025	Ellensburg
Summer (June), 2025	Ellensburg

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Central Washington University

CWU requires an original, official transcript that shows a complete list of courses taken, grades received, and the number of credits awarded. The transcript should show the date of graduation (if you completed your studies) and any certificates, diplomas, or degrees received. Please note, for some countries, CWU may also need the official certificates and or diplomas of degrees received.

　　Application processes vary depending on cumulative GPA as outlined below:

　　Applicants with a 3.00 cumulative GPA or higher who have satisfied the State of Washington CADR requirements will be automatically admitted regardless of ACT or SAT scores. Applicants must still submit ACT or SAT test scores for placement in English and Math courses at CWU. A personal statement is not required.

　　Applicants with a 2.50-2.99 cumulative GPA who have satisfied the CADR and have a composite ACT score of ? 19 or combined SAT score of ? 1050 (or > 550 for Math and English) will be automatically admitted. A personal statement is not required.

　　Applicants with a 2.50-2.99 cumulative GPA who have satisfied the CADR and have a composite ACT score of < 19 or combined SAT score of < 1050 (or < 530 for Math or