Undergraduate Degree Pathways
There are many pathways to earning your credential to teach Math, Science, and/or Computer Science. Learn more in the video and sections below.
Admissions/ Application Process
Contact: Credentials Office at credentials.office@sonoma.edu(link sends e-mail)
Attend an Info Session. See schedule at http://education.sonoma.edu/Student-Services-Office
About requirements and other questions specific to the single subject credential program?
Contact: Dr. Ed Lyon at lyone@sonoma.edu
| I want to teach... | Recommended subject matter pathway |
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| Middle School Science or High School General Science |
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| Biology, Chemistry, Physics, OR Earth Science (also allows you to teach middle school science high school general science) |
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Middle School Math or High School General Math, Algebra, Geometry, Probability & Statistics |
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| Middle School Math or High School General Math, Algebra, Geometry, Probability & Statistics AND Trigonometry & Calculus |
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| Computer Science |
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Admission Requirements
- Complete Prerequisites (EDSS 417, EDSS 418) +
- 45 Hours of Observation in School +
- Single Subject Credential Application
How will I be supported Financially?
The credential program approximately costs $15,000. The average STEM candidate received approximately $10,500 in scholarships and stipends in 2021-2022.
The STEP Center and partners support all candidates in affording the program through a combination of the following Scholarships, Reimbursements, and Stipends. Find more information here.
CSET and CBEST Reimbursement:
As an undergraduate, you can request the Exam Reimbursement Form to get a reimbursement for any CSET or CBEST exam taken. You can also get reimbursed for additional CSET or other teaching exams taken as a teacher candidate.
How do I get Advising?
About undergraduate pathways, CSET, and subject matter programs?
| Subject | Contact |
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| BA/BS in Math |
Dr. Ben Ford at ben.ford@sonoma.edu Or Dr. Martha Byrne at byrnema@sonoma.edu |
| BA in Physical Science | Dr. Alex Miller at millerale@sonoma.edu |
| All other science undergraduate pathways, CSET, and the Foundational Level General Science (FLGS) Subject Matter Program |
Dr. Ed Lyon at lyone@sonoma.edu |
| Computer Science Supplementary Authorization | Dr. Rajeev Virmani at virmani@sonoma.edu |