Student Information FAQ
Is AITEC a cohort program or do students have to enroll in a teacher preparation program on campus?
One of AITEC (American Indian Teacher Education Collaboration) initiative is to assist students with enrollment into the College of Education by assisting students with admissions, transfers and scholarship opportunities. AITEC is not a program of student cohorts.
Will the program offer distance learning?
Yes, each department within the College of Education has different Distance Learning elements.
What are the requirements for admission?
The admissions process is the same for all students.
Apply to the University of Utah first. https://admissions.utah.edu/ ;
If you are a transfer student go to the University Transfer Center https://transfer.utah.edu/ ;
then apply to the College of Education department of choice.
Will the program require an emphasis in Navajo language and/or culture?
No this is not a requirement for graduation. The College of Education is a member of the NNTEC (Navajo Nation Teacher Education Consortium http://www.navajonationdode.org/NNTEC_1.aspx). We work collaboratively with all students on any cultural needs.
When will the program accept applications?
Each department within the College of Education has a different application process. It is important to contact the department and work with the Academic Advisor.
ECS - Education Culture & Society
www.ecs.utah.edu
Amy Wright - Academic Program Specialist
801-587-7814
Amy.wright@utah.edu
ELP - Educational Leadership & Policy
elp.utah.edu
Shari Fraser - Academic Advisor
Shari.Fraser@utah.edu
EDPSY - Educational Psychology
ed-psych.utah.edu
JoLynn Yates - Academic Program Specialist
801-581-7148
Jo.yates@utah.edu
SPED - Special Education
special-ed.utah.edu
Patty Davis - Academic Advisor
801-581-4764
Patty.Davis@utah.edu
UITE - Urban Institute for Teacher Education
uite.utah.edu
Academic Advisors:
Kristen Lindsay - Elementary Education Academic Advisor
801-581-7158
Kristen.lindsay@utah.edu
Rebecca Owen - Secondary Education Academic Advisor
801-581-6818
Rebecca.Owen@utah.edu
What will the courses of study look like?
Each course of study will depend on the program you choose.
For example: Special Education https://special-ed.utah.edu/undergraduate/index.php
How long is the program?
Each department and program is different – it will depend on the program you choose.
Will the program be full-time or part-time?
Each department and program is different – it will depend on the program you choose.
Can a student be dually enrolled?
As an Undergraduate you can have dual majors, at the Graduate level you are listed with one major with a minor. https://gradschool.utah.edu/
As a transfer student how can I transfer my other college credits?
All transfer student should go through the University Transfer Center https://transfer.utah.edu/
Ceceilia Tso (Navajo)
AITEC Director
American Indian Teacher Education Collaboration
Dean's Office
801.577.2668 Office
Ceceilia.Tso@utah.edu