Bachelor's Degree with Teacher Licensure: Colorado
Regis University's Bachelor’s Degree with Licensure offers a variety of options for aspiring educators or for teachers who wish to upgrade their skills and credentials. Our 128-credit-hour license program includes the course requirements that fulfill state standards for specific specialization areas. Through this option, students can earn their Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree and simultaneously earn licensure/certification in Colorado.
Overview
- The State of Colorado requires all licensed teachers to obtain licensure in addition to the Bachelor’s degree. A degree is not sufficient to meet licensure guidelines.
- All courses required for degree and licensure may be taken at Regis CPS, or up to 90 credits may be transferred in. Regis faculty has the final decision on acceptance of transfer credit.
- Paraprofessionals are offered a 10% preferred tuition discount for all Education courses at Regis University CPS. Contact an Enrollment Counselor for details.
- After acceptance into the Education Program, you will be assigned an advisor who will provide specific course information.
- A student may take as long as seven years to complete the program of study.
Class Format
- Available in accelerated 5- and 8-week terms
Online 
ClassroomTuition
Classroom-based courses: $380 /credit hour
Online-based courses: $395 /credit hour
Total Degree Requirements
A minimum of 128 Credit Hours
Want to learn more about Regis University and the Bachelor's Degree with Teacher Licensure: degree program? We are here to help you get started.
- Request an information packet on your degree.
- Reach an Enrollment Counselor by phone at 1-800-944-7667. Enrollment Counselors are available Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (MST)
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Requirements: a minimum of 128 semester credit hours
- Undergraduate Core Requirements: 45 credit hours
- Content Area Requirements: A minimum of 42 credit hours are required to complete a major and licensure in an approved academic field. Specific courses are required to meet state requirements in the content area.
- Professional Teaching Sequence: 48 to 54 credit hours are required and are included in the overall degree plan
Licensure Areas
Early Childhood Education (Preschool-Grade 3)
Foundational and Professional Sequence Courses
- EDFD 401 Technology for Educators
- EDFD 402 The Craft of Writing for Educators
- EDFD 405 Perspectives in Education
- EDFD 420 The Exceptional Child in the Regular Classroom
- EDFD 430 Lifespan/Child Development
- EDFD 431 Educational Psychology
- EDFD 441 Children's and Adolescents' Literature
- EDRG 444 Teaching Reading and Writing
- EDFD 445 Math for Educators
- EDFD 449 Influences in Early Childhood
- EDFD 470 Effective Classroom Management
Methods Coursework
- EDEC 450 Organization and Assessment Learning - Early Childhood
- EDEC 451 Early Childhood Methods I: Primary
- EDEC 452 Early Childhood Methods II: Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Student Teaching Coursework
- EDEC 490 Student Teaching
- EDEC 497 Professionalism in Education
Elementary Education (Grades K-6)
Foundational and Professional Sequence Courses
- EDFD 401 Technology for Educators
- EDFD 402 The Craft of Writing for Educators
- EDFD 403 Cultural Competence in Education
- EDFD 405 Perspectives in Education
- EDFD 420 The Exceptional Child in the Regular Classroom
- EDFD 430 Lifespan/Child Development
- EDFD 431 Educational Psychology
- EDFD 441 Children's and Adolescents' Literature
- EDRG 444 Teaching Reading and Writing
- EDFD 445 Math for Educators
- EDFD 470 Effective Classroom Management
Methods Coursework
- EDEL 450 Organization and Assessment Learning - Elementary
- EDEL 460 Elementary Methods I: (Reading, Language Arts, Expressive Arts, Social Sciences)
- EDEL 461 Elementary Methods II: (Math, Health, Science, Physical Education)
Student Teaching Coursework
- EDEL 490 Student Teaching
- EDEL 497 Professionalism in Education
Special Education Generalist (Grades K-12)
Foundational and Professional Sequence Courses
- EDFD 401 Technology for Educators
- EDFD 402 The Craft of Writing for Educators
- EDFD 403 Cultural Competence in Education
- EDFD 405 Perspectives in Education
- EDFD 420 The Exceptional Child in the Regular Classroom
- EDFD 430 Lifespan/Child Development
- EDFD 431 Educational Psychology
- EDFD 441 Children's and Adolescents' Literature
- EDFD 443 Math for Special Educators
- EDRG 444 Teaching Reading and Writing
- EDSP 453 Language and Literacy Instruction for Special Education
- EDFD 470 Effective Classroom Management
Methods Coursework
- EDSP 460 Methods for the Typical Classroom
- EDSP 461 Educational Assessment for Special Education
- EDSP 462 Methods in Special Education
- EDSP 464 Behavioral Analysis and Intervention
- EDSP 467 Adaptive Technology
- EDSP 468 Assessment, Intervention, and Instruction for Students with Special Needs
Student Teaching Coursework
- EDEL 490 Student Teaching
- EDEL 497 Professionalism in Education
Start Dates
| Starts | Classes Begin | Classes End | Registration Ends for Online Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 - 2012 | January 9 | March 4 | January 4 |
| Spring 2 - 2012 | March 5 | April 29 | February 29 |
| Summer 1 - 2012 | May 7 | July 1 | May 2 |
| Summer 2 - 2012 | July 2 | August 26 | June 27 |
Tuition Comparison
Find out how the cost of an undergraduate education degree from Regis University compares to other higher education institutions. Contact your Enrollment Counselor for more information.
| Institution | Semester Hours Required | Cost per Semester Hour | Estimated Fees for Program | Estimated Total Tuition and Fees for 30 Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado Christian University | 30 - 135 | $753 | $350 - $1,430 | $22,940 - $103,085 |
| Colorado State University | 30 - 141 | $348 | $1,245 - $4,979 | $11,685 - $54,047 |
| Metropolitan State College of Denver | 30 - 129 | $221 | $1,025 - $4,100 | $7,646 - $32,570 |
| Regis University | 30 - 128 | $380 | $50 | $11,450 - $48,690 |
| University of Colorado at Boulder | 30 - 120 | $403 | $1,662 - $6,102 | $13,752 - $54,462 |
| University of Colorado at Colorado Springs | 30 - 133 | $295 | $1,181 - $4,800 | $10,016 - $43,969 |
| University of Colorado at Denver | 30 - 120 | $336 | $840 - $2,966 | $10,920 - $43,286 |
| University of Phoenix | 30 - 120 | $393 | $950 - $3,800 | $12,725 - $50,900 |
| Institution | Semester Hours Required | Cost per Semester Hour | Estimated Fees for Program | Estimated Total Tuition and Fees for 30 Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drexel University* | 30 - 121 | $925 | $0 | $27,761 - $111,970 |
| National University* | 30 - 121 | $460 | $160 | $13,951 - $55,784 |
| Park University | 30 - 120 | $355 | $25 | $10,675 - $42,625 |
| Regis University | 30 - 128 | $395 | $50 | $11,900 - $50,610 |
| University of Phoenix | 30 - 120 | $405 | $950 - $3,800 | $13,100 - $52,400 |
| Western Governors University | 30 - 127 | $240 | $155 - $425 | $7,355 - $30,905 |
*Quarter hours converted to semester.
Admission Requirements & Application Deadlines
- Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA from all previous attended colleges and universities
- Complete online Application Form at www.regis.edu/spsteapp
- Submit a $50 non-refundable application fee (waived for previous Regis University students)
- Provide prior college official transcripts or official high school or GED transcripts
- Three years of work experience after high school, preferred
- Oath and Consent Form
- Two Recommendation Forms
- Fingerprint Card** and a money order or cashier's check for $39.50 made payable to the Colorado Bureau of Investigations and mailed to Regis University. Copy of valid Colorado or Wyoming teaching license will be accepted in lieu of the fingerprint card.**
- Additional admission requirements apply to students who are non-U.S. citizens
- Please remember - applications that are incomplete and/or missing information will NOT be processed
** To request a fingerprint card emailteapp@regis.edu, provide your name and address. You can be fingerprinted at your local police or sheriff's department (call for hours of operation and fees). Enclose the card along with a money order or cashier's check for $39.50 made out to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, and mail to Office of Admissions, Regis University, College for Professional Studies, 990 S. Broadway, 3rd Floor, Denver, CO 80209
| Starts | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Spring 1 - 2012 | December 12, 2011 |
| Spring 2 - 2012 | February 6, 2012 |
| Summer 1 - 2012 | April 9, 2012 |
| Summer 2 - 2012 | June 4, 2012 |
* Your application file including all requirements, documents and fees, must be completed by the application deadline.
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Licensed Teachers and Paraprofessionals
A 10% tuition discount is offered to licensed teachers for Master of Education non-licensure classes and Master of Arts classes, and to Paraprofessionals for all Education courses.