Checklist for Complete Application Packet Thank you for your interest in the program at. To ensure you have a complete application packet, double check that the items listed below are included. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Application form (pages 2-5 of this packet) Online application for admission to CWU as a post-baccalaureate student: http://www.cwu.edu/admissions/. You are a student seeking a second bachelor s degree or certificate. You are not applying for Graduate School. Note: CWU requires receipt of official transcripts from every postsecondary institution you have attended. These transcripts should be ordered and submitted directly to CWU admissions. Cover letter indicating career goals, intended endorsement area(s), teaching level of interest, and verification of willingness to participate in a Summer Academy and complete a full-time internship during the school year. Resume Unofficial transcripts to verify a minimum of 3.0 grade point average. Two letters of recommendation. Each letters must include one of the following: Verification of one year of successful student interaction and leadership (Route 2 only). Verification of one year of career experience (i.e., accountant, chemist, conditional certified teacher) (Routes 3 & 4 or mid-career professionals/individuals employed with conditional certificates/emergency substitutes). Verification of passing WEST-B scores. To register for West tests go to http://www.cwu.edu/teacher-certification/west-b-and-west-e-exams Verification of passing WEST-E or NES scores. Character and Fitness Form: http://www.cwu.edu/teacher-certification/sites/cts.cwu.edu.teachercertification/files/documents/4020b.pdf Please submit your application packet to: Program Curriculum, Supervision, and Educational Leadership Department 400 East University Way Ellensburg, WA 98926-7410 1
Application Deadlines/Timelines March 1, 2019: Application Packet Submission Deadline April 1, 2019: Admission Decisions Mailed Out April-June, 2019: Internships Arranged July 8, 2019: Boot camp Begins Route (If unsure, leave this blank.) Route 2 program Route 3 program Route 4 program Endorsement Area (You may choose two areas.) Bilingual Education* Biology Business Education Chemistry Dance Earth Science English Language Arts English Language Learner* Family & Consumer Science Health & Fitness History Library Media Marketing Education Mathematics Middle Level Humanities Middle Level Math Middle Level Science Music: General, Choral & Instrumental Music: General & Instrumental Music: General & Choral Physics Reading Science* Social Studies Special Education* Traffic Safety This program does not offer endorsements in either Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education * See APT website (www.cwu.edu/csel)under endorsement for restrictions regarding these endorsements. Personal Information Full Legal Name ~ Former Name ~ Mailing Address: Street/PO Box ~ City ~ State ~ Zip Code ~ Phone Number ~ e-mail Address ~ Date of Birth ~ Male Female US Social Security Number ~ CWU degree recipient? Yes No 2
Diversity Information This information is for statistical purposes only and is not used in the admission decision process. Your cooperation is requested and appreciated but not required. Ethnic Origin: Are you Hispanic or Latino? Yes No Racial Identity: Select one or more of the following races Native American/Alaska Native African American Asian American/Pacific Islander White Educational Information List all colleges/universities in order of attendance beginning with the institution from which you received your highest degree (no exceptions). Please add an additional sheet if you attended more than three colleges/universities stating the name of the institution, location, dates attended, and degree if applicable. 1. Institution~ City~ State~ 2. Institution~ City~ State~ 3. Institution~ City~ State~ Education Experience Currently employed in a school district? Yes No If Yes, which district? Experience in an educational setting? Yes No If Yes, how many years? 3
Test Information Candidates must provide appropriate documentation of all test scores as a part of this application. In addition, official test scores must be provided directly from the testing agency to CWU. WEST-B, SAT*, or ACT* A minimum of 240 in each section on the WEST B is required for a pass. The GRE does not substitute for the WEST B. Date Taken~ Please indicate the numeric score for each subset. Reading~ Writing~ Math~ Please indicate an overall score~~ Pass~ Fail~ *If you have current SAT scores greater than or equal to the following, you can claim an exemption from the specific WEST B subtests. Math: 515 Reading: 500 Writing: 490 Submit a copy of your SAT scores instead of verification of passing WEST-B scores. *If you have current ACT scores greater than or equal to the following, you can claim an exemption from the specific WEST B subtests. Math: 22 Reading: 22 Writing: 8 Submit a copy of your ACT scores instead of verification of passing WEST-B scores. 4
WEST-E OR NES TEST A minimum of 240 in each section of WEST E is required for a pass; 220 is the minimum passing score for the NES tests. Date taken~ Please indicate the endorsement area and numeric score. Endorsement Area~ Score~ Please indicate an overall score. Pass~ Fail~ Do you have a second area of endorsement? Date taken ~ Please indicate the endorsement area and numeric score. Endorsement~ Score~ Please indicate an overall score. Pass~ Fail~ Note: a minimum of 240 in each section of WEST E is required for a pass; 220 is the minimum passing score for the NES tests. Statement of Character and Signature Applicants to CWU must present evidence of good character in order to be accepted for admission. In accordance, do you certify that you have not been convicted of a felony or gross misdemeanor, and that you do not have a case pending against you at this time? Yes, I so certify. No If no, please attach written details with your application. I understand that failure to submit complete official transcripts from all schools, colleges, or universities attended, failure to fully disclose any information requested, and/or falsification of any information requested may result in the denial of the application, revocation of admissions, disciplinary action, or subsequent dismissal from this institution. I certify, that to the best of my knowledge, all statements I have made in this application are complete and true. Permission is hereby given to release appropriate test scores and academic records requested by Central Washington University. NAME OF APPLICANT (PLEASE PRINT) SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT DATE 5