Frequently Asked Questions

Will earning my degree in this master's program mean that I also become National Board Certified?

Do I still need to apply and pay a fee to the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards to become certified if I am in this master's program?

Do I have to apply for National Board Certification in order to participate in this master's program?

I am a pre-candidate.  Do I still need to do the entire portfolio for my thesis/capstone project?

If my portfolio does not pass for National Board Certification, will I still earn my degree?

Why should I consider a master's degree program that incorporates the National Board Certification process?

I am not very experienced or comfortable using computers.  Will I be able to succeed with online classes?

I have seen that there are  grants and subsidies for National Board Certification from my state, district, and NUPTDC.  Will these cover my tuition?

Am I required to maintain a minimum GPA in order to earn my degree?

I am almost finished with my degree program.  How do I apply for graduation?

I am not planning on walking in the commencement ceremony.  Do I still need to apply for graduation?

There are a lot of acronyms, like NBCT, NUPTDC, and NBPTS.  What do they all mean?

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