COE Student Resource Office
University Hall, Room 234
Phone: (719) 255-4996
Fax: (719) 255-4110
Email: education@uccs.edu
COE Student Resources: https://coe.uccs.edu/resources
Mission Statement
The UCCS College of Education prepares teachers, leaders, and counselors who embrace equity, inquiry, and innovation.
Vision Statement
The College of Education is the preparation provider of choice for all educators, counselors, and leaders of school districts, higher education institutions, clinical mental health agencies, and other non-profit agencies in Colorado Springs, El Paso County, and southern Colorado. We are known for our knowledge and understanding of contextual differences in these settings in Colorado Springs and rural/southern Colorado.
We engage in research that addresses real problems faced by our region, and we proactively seek opportunities that will bring additional resources to areas of need to support transformational educational experiences and the well-being of all students.
Our Goals
- Ensure high-quality preparation of education and counseling professionals
- Engage in research-based inquiry and practice
- Provide continual professional growth opportunities
- Infuse and enhance the use of technology
- Embrace equity, diversity, and social justice
- Collaborate with campus and community partners to effect change
- Work across the college and university to optimize efficiency and effectiveness
Accreditation
The UCCS College of Education is authorized by the state of Colorado to offer educator preparation and school counseling programs. The Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling programs are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Programs (CACREP), and our Human Services BA degree program is accredited by the Council for Standards in Human Service Education (CSHSE).
Faculty and Staff
Visit the COE Faculty and Staff Directory to preview the most up-to-date information about our faculty and staff.
Admissions Information
Undergraduate and Graduate Students
Contact the Student Resource Office at (719) 255-4996 or education@uccs.edu
For current admission information, visit the specific program web pages.
Academic Advising
Undergraduate Students
Contact the Academic Advising Office 719-255-3260 advising@uccs.edu
Graduate Students
Contact our college Student Resource Office to schedule an appointment with your college program advisor:
COE Student Resource Office
University Hall, Room 234
Phone: (719) 255-4996
Fax: (719) 255-4110
Email: education@uccs.edu
Department of Counseling and Human Services
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The Department of Counseling and Human Services offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs as well as certificate and licensure programs.
Undergraduate Degree programs:
Undergraduate Certificate:
Graduate Degree programs: concentration options
Graduate Certificate & Licensure Programs:
Department of Leadership, Research, and Foundations
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The Department of Leadership, Research, and Foundations offers graduate degree and endorsement programs as well as undergraduate programs.
Undergraduate Degree Program:
Certificate:
Graduate Degree Programs: concentration options
Certificates & Licensures:
Department of Teaching and Learning
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The Department of Teaching and Learning offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs as well as certificate, initial licensure, and endorsement programs.
Undergraduate Degree programs:
Undergraduate Certificates:
- (Grades K-6)
- (Grades 7-12)
Graduate Degree programs:
Graduate Certificates and Licensures:
College of Education General Academic Policies
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Specific academic policies related to each department may be found on the department webpage or obtained through the designated chair of each department. For additional Undergraduate Program Policies, please refer to the Academic Policies, Registration, and Records section of this Catalog; for additional Graduate Program Policies, please refer to the Graduate School section of this Catalog.
Changes in Program Requirements
Program requirements may change without notification due to changes in licensure standards or state statutes.
Graduation Requirements
The Catalog that governs a student’s graduation requirements is the one in effect at the time of a student’s most recent admission into the college of the student’s degree program.
Graduation Procedures
Graduate Students
Please contact the Student Resource Office at the beginning of the last semester of your degree program to complete the Application for Admission to Candidacy for an Advanced Degree paperwork. This form must be completed in its entirety and submitted by the announced deadline. Additionally, students are required to complete a diploma card application through their student portal. Failure to submit required graduation materials by the university-established deadline may result in the delay of graduation.
Graduation forms and diploma card instructions can be found on the Graduate School website.
Completed graduation forms and general inquiries can be submitted to education@uccs.edu.
Undergraduate Students
Please contact your advisor in Academic Advising/Degree Audit/Orientation early in the last semester of your degree program to complete the required graduation paperwork. Failure to submit required graduation materials by the university-established deadline may result in the delay of graduation.
Admission and Transfer Policy for Undergraduate Students
ADMISSION TO THE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Freshman Admission: Freshman admission to the College of Education (COE) is the same as for admission to the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. The UCCS Freshman Admission Policy is available on the Admissions page.
TRANSFER FROM OUTSIDE THE UNIVERSITY
Transfer Admission: Transfer students follow the same admission policies as the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. Information is available on the Admissions page.
TRANSFER WITHIN THE UNIVERSITY
Students may transfer from another college in the University IF they have a grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or above. Students who have been put on probation in another college may not declare a major in the College of Education until they have a minimum GPA of 2.0.
Graduate Students
All work accepted for transfer credit must come and be transferred into the university within a six-year time limit. All transfer coursework must have been taken at a regionally accredited institution (four-year institution to transfer to a graduate program, two- or four-year institution to transfer to undergraduate program) and have been awarded a letter grade. College work more than seven years old may not count or may require validating or updating.
Credits transferred from other institutions to the University of Colorado will be limited to the type and amount of credit given for similar work at the University of Colorado. Coursework completed at another CU campus will most likely transfer.
Work already applied toward a Master’s degree received at another institution cannot be accepted for transfer toward a Master’s degree at the University of Colorado; extension work completed at another institution cannot be transferred; and correspondence work, except to make up deficiencies, is not recognized.
Credit will not be transferred until the student has established a satisfactory academic record of at least one semester in residence. To be eligible for courses to be considered for transfer, a student must have an overall B average in all courses taken at the University of Colorado in Graduate School. Students are then encouraged to meet with their advisor or department chairperson to ensure that approved credits are transferred to UCCS.
Transferred credit will not reduce the residency requirement at this University, but it may reduce the amount of work to be completed in formal UCCS courses.
Excess undergraduate credits from another institution may not be transferred to the Graduate School.
Transfer Students
Transfer students will work closely with their advisor in Academic Advising and the Office of Degree Audit and Transfer Credit to determine which courses will transfer to the University. Department chairpersons and faculty representatives will also provide assistance with this process.
Seniors at UCCS
Seniors at this University may transfer a limited amount of advanced resident work (up to nine credit hours) to a graduate program provided such work:
- Is completed with distinction in the senior year at this University
- Occurs within the six-year time limit
- Has not been applied toward another degree
- Is recommended for transfer by the department concerned and is approved by the Dean of the Graduate School
Acceptance of Graduate Credits
A COE Department may recommend to the Graduate School Dean the acceptance of graduate transfer credit.
Nine (9) credits may be transferred from another institution and applied toward a graduate degree at UCCS. A grade of “B” or better is required. All work accepted for transfer must have been completed within the six-year time limit (Master’s degree) or nine-year time limit (Doctorate), or be validated and approved by program faculty through a course validation process.
Twelve (12) credits may be transferred from within the university for unclassified students. A grade of a “B” or better is required. All work accepted for transfer credit must have been completed within the six-year or nine-year time limit mentioned above, or be validated and approved by program faculty through a course validation process.
Probation/Suspension
Undergraduate Students
Students in the College of Education who have attempted at least 12 or more credit hours at any CU campus will be placed on academic probation in the College of Education for the following semester if their cumulative CU Grade Point Average (GPA) falls below a 2.0. The cumulative CU GPA includes all courses taken at any CU campus. Students may remain on academic probation for a maximum of 3 semesters as long as they maintain a minimum semester GPA of 2.5 during that time to demonstrate academic improvement.
Students on academic probation may continue to take a normal course load but should plan their schedules carefully and are strongly advised to meet with their Academic and Faculty Advisors regularly. While on academic probation, students will have a registration hold placed on their student account and they will not be able to register for the next semester (excluding summer) until their current semester grades have been posted and academic improvement can be verified. Once a cumulative CU GPA of 2.0 or higher can be verified, students will be removed from academic probation.
If, after being placed on academic probation, the student’s semester GPA continues to fall below the required 2.5 or their cumulative GPA is still below 2.0 after 3 semesters, then the student will be suspended from the College of Education. Students who have been suspended from the College of Education are not automatically suspended from the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. Suspended students may apply to transfer to another college within the university and, if approved, take courses in the new major.
Students who have been suspended may apply for re-admission to the College of Education once they have raised their cumulative CU GPA to 2.0. Suspended students must apply to have their suspension removed (after meeting the above requirement) with their Academic and Faculty Advisors. In addition, students may be required to reapply to the University. Students who are in doubt of their academic standing with regard to scholastic deficiency are strongly urged to consult with the College of Education Academic and Faculty Advisors.
Graduate Students
Graduate Students Probation and Dismissal Policy: Found on the Graduate School website under ARTICLE IV: Graduate Degree Requirements, Section D.
COE Academic Honors
President’s and Dean’s List Criteria
The criteria for the President’s and Dean’s lists are as follows:
- President’s list: 4.0-grade point average.
- Dean’s list: 3.75-3.99 grade point average.
- Students must complete a minimum of 12 credit hours during a regular semester (fall or spring).
- The dean notifies awarded students by letter and email.
Latin Honors
In order to graduate with Latin honors, a student at the time of graduation must have completed a minimum of 60 credit hours at the University of Colorado, and achieve a University of Colorado grade point average of 3.5-3.69 for cum laude, 3.7-3.89 for magna cum laude, or 3.9 or higher for summa cum laude.
College of Education Admission Requirements
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Prospective graduate and undergraduate students should contact education@uccs.edu to discuss specific admissions guidelines for each department and program.
General Graduate Admissions Guidelines
- Complete online application
- Complete the required standardized test (Counseling and Leadership programs only).
- Obtain three letters of reference.
- Submit transcripts from all institutions of higher education previously attended. Students who attended UCCS do not have to request official transcripts for admission.
- Students should have at least a 2.75 undergraduate GPA or 3.0 graduate GPA.
- Submit a career goal statement - please see the department-specific guidelines.
- Submit a current resume.
- Complete an admissions interview.
General Undergraduate Admissions Guidelines
See General Campus Admissions
Please contact the Student Resource Office at (719) 255-4996 or education@uccs.edu for specific details.
