Whether you’re just starting your academic plan, or you’re a year on out, there are always questions to be answered. That’s why we’ve put together a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and answered them accordingly. Please note that this list is an evolving project, so keep checking back as more questions are addressed over time. It might benefit you to bookmark this page for future reference.
Who is my academic advisor?
Academic advisors are assigned to specific programs. You can consult the Academic Advising page on the COE website to learn who the academic advisor is for your program.
How do I see my academic advisor?
The Advising Office is located in the Schmitt Academic Center (SAC) suite 481. You can schedule an appointment with your academic advisor through the Advising Center tab via Campus Connection or by sending an email to your academic advisor and request an appointment. You can also visit with your academic advisor to get answers to quick questions during walk in advising, which takes place the first week of each quarter and the first week of registration for each term. For more information about scheduling an appointment, please consult the following form.
How do I contact my instructor?
There a couple different ways to reach your instructor. First, instructors list their contact information on the course syllabi (phone, email, office hours). Second, you may contact the department assistant to help you reach your instructor.
• For LSE, SCU or SCG Courses, contact Nicole Nudo: nnudo@depaul.edu
or (773) 325-1674
• For ECE, EE, PE, SEC or T&L Courses, contact Cherin Jaradat: cjaradat@depaul.edu
or (773) 325-4175
• For A&S, BBE, or CS Courses, contact Evan Blewett: eblewett@depaul.edu
or (773) 325-4806
• For CSL or LSI Courses, contact Jennifer Sonnenberg: jsonnen2@depaul.edu
or (773) 325-4228
Where are the Departments located?
There are four different departments in the College of Education, all located on the 3rd floor of the Schmitt Academic Center (SAC):
1. Teacher Education – SAC 346
2. Leadership, Language, and Curriculum – SAC 326
3. Counseling and Special Education – SAC 326
4. Educational Policy Studies and Research – SAC 326
The majority of faculty offices are located in SAC 326 and 326.
Where can I get help to prepare for the Test of Academic Proficiency (TAP)?
The Academic Success Center offers workshops, study guides, and tutoring services to help current students and alumni prepare for the TAP. The Illinois Certification Testing System (ICTS) also has study guides for all certification tests listed on its website.
What is Advanced Standing and when do I need it?
At DePaul you are admitted to the College of Education as a pre-teacher candidate, and you progress to an advanced standing candidate. The advanced standing requirement applies to any student seeking teacher certification. To qualify, you must meet specific requirements, and these differ slightly for undergraduate and graduate students. Check the COE website for more details or the Get The Facts form on Advanced Standing.
How many credits do I need to take to be considered a full-time student?
DePaul considers undergraduate students who are enrolled in 12 credit hours per quarter a full-time student, while graduate students must be enrolled in 8 credit hours per quarter. However, Financial Aid may have additional requirements, therefore, please consult DePaul Central about your specific situation.
Where can I find course descriptions for current and past academic years?
DePaul University’s course catalogs are available on the website and contain archives of catalogs as far back as 1966. You can click on the course description link once you locate the academic year you are seeking.
The class I need is closed. Can I get on a wait-list?
If a class is full, but has a wait-list, you can add yourself to the waitlist and as seats open up, students on the waitlist will be automatically enrolled. When you add yourself to the waitlist, you are given a position number. Students are enrolled in open seats based on their position number. The lower the number, the higher your priority. Refer to the Get The Facts form on the Wait List Policy for more details.
How do I enroll in EDU 025?
To enroll in EDU 025, log onto Campus Connection and click on “For Students.” Select “Records and Registration” then “Enroll: Add/Drop.” Find the class by clicking on the green search button. Make sure the course career is set to “Undergraduate” in the class search criteria, then click on the green search button again. EDU 025 is located in “Education – General” under the Education column.
Will my credits from a previous institution transfer to DePaul?
Undergraduate Students:
Prospective undergraduates can consult the transfer guides available online. Enter the school and then search each area to determine the DePaul equivalent course.
Graduate Students:
All COE graduate students can transfer up to 9-quarter hours (approximately 2 courses) from another college or university as credit toward their Master's or Doctoral degree requirements per the approval of the Department Chair or Program director. All other courses must be DePaul coursework. Under no circumstances can a course taken at DePaul University or at any other college or university fulfill degree requirements in more than one degree program. A course can only be counted as fulfilling the degree requirements of one degree program.
Who are the certification officers for the College of Education?
We have two certification officers at the College of Education who handle different programs:
1. Nancy Hashimoto nhashimo@depaul.edu
• Type 04 – Early Childhood
• Type 03 – Elementary Education
• Type 09 – Secondary
• Type 10 – World Language
• Type 10 – Physical Education
2. Alexa Walsh awalsh11@depaul.edu
• Type 03 Elementary & Type 10 Special Education (LBS1) – Dual Certification
• Type 10 – Special Education (LBS1) – Special Education for Teachers
• Type 10 – Reading Specialist
• Type 73 – School Counselor
• Type 75 – General Administrative
• Type 75 – Superintendent
Where can I get a copy of a course syllabus?
Please contact the Department Assistant of the respective course:
• For LSE, SCU or SCG Courses, contact Nicole Nudo: nnudo@depaul.edu
or (773) 325-1674
• For ECE, EE, PE, SEC or T&L Courses, contact Cherin Jaradat: cjaradat@depaul.edu
or (773) 325-4175
• For A&S, BBE, or CS Courses, contact Evan Blewett: eblewett@depaul.edu
or (773) 325-4806
• For CSL or LSI Courses, contact Jennifer Sonnenberg: jsonnen2@depaul.edu
or (773) 325-4228
When should I attend a Mandatory Meeting for Student Teaching?
Students must attend a Mandatory Meeting approximately ONE YEAR prior to applying for Student Teaching. Dates are set per quarter and announced by the Director of Student Teaching, Kate Liston, via email and our FaceBook page – DPU College of Education. You can also consult our college's Student Teaching site, which has an exhaustive amount of information.
When can I expect to see my certification test scores listed in EdTrack and Campus Connection?
The College of Education receives test results from ICTS on the scheduled score report dates. If you elected to share your results with DePaul University, we will enter your passing scores within two weeks. Please note, we do not record failed attempts.
The Special Education for Teachers program offers special education certification (LBS1) for practicing teachers. The program includes a unique set of summer practicums.
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