The State of New Jersey grants full licensure to students who earn this degree. A master’s degree is not required.

One of the exciting benefits of this program is that if you do wish to pursue a master’s degree, you will only need to take four graduate level courses to earn your Master of Arts in Education: Special Education, Literacy.
These four courses require only one additional semester to complete, and you will graduate with a BA in Education and Special Education, and a Master of Arts in Education: Special Education, Literacy in just two years.

Absolutely. By earning certification at the undergraduate level, even if you wish to earn a master’s degree as well, you’ll be in a unique position to earn a master’s degree in a specialty area of Education and Special Education and expand your career possibilities and marketability. Some specialty areas in the field of education and special education that students may wish to pursue at the master’s level are: Literacy, Reading, Bi-Lingual, TESOL, ABA, Educational Leadership, Pre-K-3rd Grade, School Counseling etc.
Students also have the option to expand into other fields which will complement their skills as an educator, such as Social Work, ABA, Psychology, School Psychology, Mental Health Therapist, MBA, and much more.

Although this degree can lead to entry into many fields, it is not the most ideal choice for an individual interested in a career other than education and special education. Students interested in other fields, would be better served by taking the BA in Psychology offered through Sara Schenirer in partnership with the St. Peter’s University. Information on that program is available through our website.

Great question. Please see the fieldwork explanation at the end of this FAQ sheet.

St. Peter’s University prides itself on offering superior education along with outstanding student support in a culturally sensitive environment. They are very understanding of the unique requirements and religious sensitivities of the students recruited by Sara Schenirer and have worked diligently to accommodate our requests to ensure an environment suitable for Bais Yaakov graduates.

For students and parents alike, the world of college and degrees can be confusing, costly, and difficult to navigate. We pride ourselves on the high-quality educational partners we feature, all of whom offer an accredited degree, uncompromised environment, and first-rate faculty. Most of all, we provide exceptional warmth and support to every single SPU student at Sara Schenirer. We work diligently to offer personal guidance to each student and help ensure their success and timely graduation.

• High school transcript with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Passing score on the Introduction to Psychology CLEP/Coopersmith Exam or equivalent. Coopersmith Review materials and exams are available through Sara Schenirer by emailing testing@sarasch.com.

The Office of the Registrar at St. Peter’s University grants transfer credits to students who have completed courses at accredited institutions and have provided their official transcripts for evaluation. The Office of the Registrar evaluates and accepts only credits that are applicable to the student’s program of study and reflect a final grade of ‘C’ or above. Accepted credits are applied to the student’s record, reflected on their academic planner, but not calculated into their St. Peter’s University GPA. The transfer credit planner will also be shared with the student’s advisor to assist with schedule creation and developing a graduation plan.
Examples of credits which can be transferred include Coopersmith, TAL, AP, Dual-Credit, Freshman Center, etc.

Classes are offered in Lakewood, NJ, on Sunday, and live-online one or two weeknights each week.
This degree is not currently available entirely online.

Through our degree-granting partners, we offer:
• A highly affordable degree program
• In-class learning with an online component
• Highly personalized student mentoring
• Generous transfer credit program
• Student-friendly Bais Yaakov environment
• Exemplary education with outstanding instructors

In an effort to make this degree program as affordable and accessible as possible, St. Peter’s University has agreed to substantially reduce the cost for students who register through Sara Schenirer.
Depending on how many credits a student takes, the cost will vary. Please note that for students who are fully or partially eligible for financial aid, the entire cost of the college courses may be covered by financial aid. Students who are not eligible for financial aid, will be eligible for significant scholarships which will substantially reduce the course of the degree.
Additionally, payment plans are available each semester.
Our advisors will be glad to explain the cost structure to you so you can see for yourself how truly affordable this degree program is for you.

In most cases, students can continue their education through our online program. Courses that include student teaching will need to be coordinated on an individual basis. Additionally, since SPU is an accredited college, credits can be transferred to colleges and universities worldwide, enabling students to complete their degrees elsewhere should they choose. Relocating to Eretz Yisroel requires separate arrangements which will need to be coordinated on an individual basis.

To apply, you must complete an application which is available only on our website.
When completing the application, you will also be requested to supply:
• Unofficial High School Transcript
• Personal Statement (minimum 300 words – typed)
• One Letter of Recommendation (This need not be a teacher or employer)
• Personal Photograph
Even if you do not have these available at the time of application, we recommend submitting your application immediately and submitting the requested documents as they become available.
Once your application is submitted with all the required documents, an interview will be scheduled to continue the admissions process.
Please note: In order to join the program, you must have taken and passed the following course no later than one week prior to the start of the semester: Introduction to Psychology
For students who require this course, we can provide study materials and exams which can be taken at our location, or at testing centers in your location. To request the study materials, please email testing@sarasch.com and we will email you the study material and exam instructions.

If you have additional questions or concerns, please feel free to email information@sarasch.com, and as always, we will be happy to assist you further.