Overview

Fresno Pacific University's Education and Teaching program has a strong reputation for providing the best teachers in the Central Valley and our graduates are extremely sought after by school districts and private schools.

Key Features

FPU’s credential programs are accredited by the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing (ctc.ca.gov), an agency of the State of California that ensures your credential maintains its integrity and respectability.

Most people wanting to become a teacher earn their credential through a typical credential program as described above. However, there are a few students who desire and qualify for ALTERNATIVE PATHWAYS to a credential.

All credential programs at FPU develop your understanding of child growth, educational principles, skills in methods of teaching, strategies for managing classroom behavior and teaching using technology. These programs use traditional classes and fieldwork.

For junior high and high school teachers, earn your degree in the subject you want to teach.

FPU degrees for single subject teachers include: art, biology, chemistry, communication, early childhood development, English, history, math, music, physical education, social science and Spanish.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biology

Chemistry

Communication

Early Childhood Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Fresno, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.1

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit an application for admission.

Request an official evaluation of your high school (or university, if applicable) transcripts to be sent to Fresno Pacific University.

Take TOEFL or IELTS in your country.

Submit financial documentation by email

Submit a copy of your passport (the page containing your photo) via email

Optional: Take the SAT or ACT if transferring under 24 units.

3.1 weighted high school GPA

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

36990 USD / year

≈ 36990 USD / year
Out-of-State

36990 USD / year

≈ 36990 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

36990 USD / year

≈ 36990 USD / year

Living costs

Fresno

United States

990 - 1485 USD / month

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

Funding

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Key Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Fresno

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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