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    Teaching Credential/M.A

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    Davis, USMAIn-person18 months
    $61,383.00
    Tuition
    over 18mo

    Teaching Credential/M.A at University of California-Davis is a 18-month, in-person MA program based in Davis, US. Tuition is $61,383.

    About the program

    Combined program earning a teaching credential and Master of Arts in Education, preparing elementary and secondary teachers through year-long student teaching and coursework. Covers multiple subject for elementary and single subjects including Agriculture, English, Physical and Life Sciences, Math, and Social Sciences for grades 7-12, with optional bilingual authorization in Spanish or Mandarin.

    Focus: both
    US News #42 (Education Schools)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min overall minimum score of 80 on the Internet Based Test
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0 on a 9-point scale

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $28,664.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Teaching Credential/M.A at University of California-Davis cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Teaching Credential/M.A at University of California-Davis is $61,383.
    Is Teaching Credential/M.A at University of California-Davis online or in-person?
    Teaching Credential/M.A at University of California-Davis is offered in-person.
    How long does Teaching Credential/M.A at University of California-Davis take to complete?
    Teaching Credential/M.A at University of California-Davis is structured around 18 months.
    What GPA is required for Teaching Credential/M.A at University of California-Davis?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.000
    What work-permit options follow Teaching Credential/M.A at University of California-Davis?
    Post-completion work rights for Teaching Credential/M.A at University of California-Davis: 12 months OPT (US)