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CIU

Columbia International University

About

For nearly a century, CIU has educated people from a biblical worldview to impact the nations with the message of Christ. CIU focuses on developing leaders while affirming the Bible as the foundation for all learning. We live by our motto, “To Know Him and to Make Him Known.” CIU is a multi-denominational, evangelical, coeducational, private Christian university, graduate school and seminary, all with full accreditation. Located in Columbia, South Carolina, CIU offers more than classes and degrees.

You bring us your passion. We’ll provide you the space for personal growth, academic excellence, and the avenues you need to pursue your dreams.

  • College or University
  • Columbia, SC
Tiffany Wulff

I chose to study the Teacher Education program at CIU because I wanted to get my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in just 5 years! Throughout my time at CIU, I have completed practicums at Ben Lippen School where I taught Bible lessons to elementary school students. I also completed practicums at two public elementary schools where I taught English, Math, and Science lessons to both 5th-grade and Kindergarten students.

Tiffany Wulff

CIU

Programs

Master’s & certification

Master of Arts in Teaching- Early Childhood & Elementary Education

  • 18 months

    Program Duration

  • In-person

    Program Format

  • Pre-Test Required

    Yes

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Program Info

The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) program seeks to create a learning environment that provides models, growth experiences, and communities of practice for equipping Christian educators. The entire early childhood and elementary school curricula are addressed, and graduates are eligible for initial state licensure recommendation for elementary education (2nd-6th grade) with an add-on in early childhood (PreK-3rd grade) in South Carolina as well as with the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). The program is designed to meet your scheduling needs. You may begin your course of study at the beginning of the fall or spring semesters, and may complete the program in four terms of full-time study or extend the time to complete the program.

You will be trained as a Christian educator, involved learner, effective practitioner, and authentic professional who makes decisions and creates effective learning communities.

Upcoming Deadlines

  • Deadlines

    Program Start

  • Rolling Deadline

    Fall

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Ways to Lower Your Costs

Students at Columbia International University have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with Columbia International University to see if you can, too!

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Certifications

Choral Music (PK-Grade 12)
Early Childhood (PK-Grade 3)
Elementary Education (Grades 2-6)
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Stats

Gender

  • Male

  • Female

    5%

    95%

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