Overview

Students completing this program are eligible for initial licensure in Elementary Education K–6 and Special Education: General Curriculum K–12.

The Dual Licensure Program at University of North Carolina Greensboro provides undergraduate teacher candidates clinical and field-based experiences across educational settings. Throughout their course of study, students apply their knowledge and skills in classrooms to be prepared for a career in education. The program culminates in a student teaching placement in inclusive educational context.

This program is for students who value and support the dignity and rights of all individuals and seek a professional role in education. The primary goal of theElementary Education and Special Education: General Curriculum Dual Major Program is to prepare professionals for diverse roles in working with individuals with and without disabilities across the lifespan in a variety of inclusive educational and community environments.

Career Opportunities

Upon completion of the Dual Licensure Program, graduates are eligible to apply for teacher licensure in Special Education K-12: General Curriculum and in Elementary Education K-6. With these licenses, graduates also are prepared to be Inclusive Education Specialists.

Programme Structure

Courses Included:

Teaching as a Profession

Mathematics for Teaching

Professions in Specialized Education

Language Arts Education

Integrated Reading Instruction

Internship I: Inquiry in Teaching and Learning

Elementary Social Studies Education

Science Education in the Elementary School

Mathematics Education

Internship III: Inquiry in Teaching and Learning

Reading Education

Advanced Methods in the Elementary Grades

Student Teaching and Seminar: Elementary Grades

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

127 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Greensboro, United States

Disciplines

Special Education Primary Education View 604 other Bachelors in Primary Education in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Completed International Admissions Application

A nonrefundable application fee of $65 USD

Essay/statement of purpose (optional but strongly encouraged)

Official English language proficiency score report

Official transcripts from each college/university attended

Official secondary education / high school transcripts or GED certificate, in English

For freshman applicants or transfer applicants with less than 24 credit hours, or where necessary

Copy of valid passport (photo/signature page only)

Copy of valid F1 visa (photo/signature page only) – for transfer-in students coming from a U.S. institution only, or, copy of valid other visa types (ex: H4, E2, L2)

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

21396 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10698 USD per semester during 48 months.
National

21396 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10698 USD per semester during 48 months.
In-State

4422 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2211 USD per semester during 48 months.

Living costs for Greensboro

1001 - 1540 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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