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Now accepting applications! Part-time and full-time options are available.
Important dates and deadlines
- BAS-T application
- Priority deadline: April 1
- Final deadline: June 1
- WVC application
- Priority deadline: March 15
- Final deadline: April 15
- Classes begin Summer Quarter
Program entry
Requirements
- Acceptance to Wenatchee Valley College (apply here)
- Completed application to WVC BAS-T program (apply here)
- Earned associate degree (or higher) from a regionally accredited institution
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- BAS-Teaching Prerequisite Coursework
After application
- Submit scores on the WEST-B, SAT, or ACT (contact ncabrera@wvc.edu for more information about receiving a financial aid voucher for the WEST-B exam)
- Complete and pass criminal background check (completed through the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) prior to or upon acceptance into the program)
- Complete FAFSA/WASFA financial aid applications, if applicable (learn more)
- Complete interview with Early Childhood Education faculty (applicants will be contacted by faculty to schedule an interview upon submission of application)
Application requirements
- Completed application to Wenatchee Valley College, if not currently enrolled (apply here by April 15)
- Completed application to BAS-Teaching Program, including:
- Three (3) professional and/or academic references (2 of the 3 should be from current supervisors or others who formally evaluate your work)
- Resume or CV
- Transcripts from all post-secondary education programs (upload unofficial transcripts - official transcripts will be submitted after admission)
- Submitted two (2) admission essays
- What are your professional goals? How do you believe that obtaining BAS-Teaching will impact or improve your future practice? (250-500 words)
- Describe the most pressing educational needs in your community. Identify how you might address those needs as a prepared teacher. (250-500 words)
- Application fee $50 submitted
- Interview with Early Childhood Education faculty (applicants will be contacted by faculty to schedule an interview upon submission of application)