African American Studies, BA + Single Subject Credential in Social Science + Teaching, MAT
This Spartan Accelerated Graduate Education (SAGE) Scholars Program prepares students to teach History, Social Science, and Ethnic Studies in California public high schools. The Department of African American Studies provides an interdisciplinary curriculum and comprehensive liberal arts education by training students to appreciate diversity and multicultural American society. As juniors, African American Studies, BA majors are eligible to apply for a SAGE Scholars program that allows them to be concurrently enrolled in the Single Subject Credential - Social Science and Teaching, MAT programs (with an optional Spanish bilingual authorization) as an undergraduate. This combined degree pathway can be completed in five years.
To add a Spanish Bilingual Authorization to this pathway, students simultaneously apply to the Critical Bilingual Authorization program (CBAP). This requires an additional personal essay in their SAGE Scholars application and an interview in Spanish. CBAP students take one credential course in Spanish (EDTE 208B instead of EDTE 208) and take specified sections of several other credential courses. They do their student teaching in bilingual classrooms and are required to register for 2 seminars of EDTE 297B - Advanced Issues in Bilingual Education (2 units) during their student teaching semesters, for an additional 4 units.
It is strongly recommended that students complete an additional US History Minor to prepare them to establish subject matter competency via the California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET) in Social Science. African American Studies is not a CSET waiver program.
Intakes
- Jan
- Aug
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
San José State University (SJSU), located in the heart of Silicon Valley, offers strong job opportunities both on and off campus. The university hires for faculty, staff, and administrative positions across various departments. Students can find on-campus part-time jobs, internships, and research assistant roles to support their studies. Through its Career Center, SJSU connects students and alumni with employers, internships, and career fairs. The university uses Handshake, a dedicated job portal, where thousands of internships and job listings are posted regularly. SJSU also has auxiliary organizations that provide additional employment options. With its location in Silicon Valley, students gain access to tech companies, start-ups, and Fortune 500 firms for internships and full-time employment. The business, engineering, and computer science programs are especially well linked with industry. Graduates benefit from strong employer demand, particularly in technology, finance, and innovation-driven roles. SJSU is known as one of the top public universities in California for career outcomes. Overall, the university provides excellent professional exposure, making it a strong launchpad for careers in the U.S. and globally.
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Contact our PSA counselor for more information
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Entry Requirements (Undergraduate)
- Completion of high school (12 years of education) with strong academic results.
- GPA requirement: minimum 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (equivalent to around 80–85%).
- Must meet subject-specific requirements depending on the chosen major (Math, Science, or English prerequisites).
- Submission of official transcripts in English.
- SAT/ACT: Not mandatory for international students (test-optional).
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, etc.) is required.
English Language Proficiency (IELTS & Others)
- IELTS Academic: Overall 6.0 (no band less than 6.0)
- TOEFL iBT: 80 (minimum 18 in each section)
- PTE Academic: 44
- Duolingo English Test (DET): 120
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT OUR PSA COUNSELOR
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 05 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
88460 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 70 USD
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