TEH Section 8: Regional Campuses
Regional Campuses
As a student interested in a teacher education program, you may begin your Kent Core coursework for any of the teacher education programs at any of the regional campuses. Depending on the program of your interest will determine whether you would then transfer to another campus to complete your degree. To enter into advanced study courses, you must apply for advanced study via the
For you to apply for advanced study on the Kent campus, you must have the pre-advanced study coursework completed as well as other requirements designated by the various departments. Some licensure programs may be completed in their entirety at designated Regional campuses (e.g., Early Childhood, Middle Childhood).
Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education Technology (AAS/ECET) And Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education (BSE/ECED) | KSU Tuscarawas & Salem Campuses
We are very excited to offer the AAS/ECET and the BSE/ECED program that can be completed in its entirety at the KSU Tuscarawas and KSU Salem campuses. The organization of the program varies slightly since it is a 2 + 2 program. If you enter this program, you are able to earn the AAS/ECET prior to applying for the advanced studies portion of the BSE/ECED program. The advanced study program is composed of 4 semesters of coursework where the Kent Campus has 3 semesters of the same coursework in a similar sequence.
As you seek admission into the Bachelor's degree Early Childhood Education program, it is important to know that it is selective and requires successful completion of the Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education Technology. Following the successful completion of the Associate Degree, you complete a four-block sequence of advanced coursework while gaining teaching experience.
Completion of the Associate degree in Early Childhood Education does not guarantee admission into the last 2 years of the baccalaureate program. If you are seeking admission to this program, it is expected that you meet all professional requirements for admission to advanced study and have a minimum cumulative 2.75 GPA in all previous undergraduate coursework. Faculty will select the most qualified applicants based upon the number of available student spaces, students' essay, interview, and cumulative GPA.
Applications are submitted in the spring and/or summer semester with a new cohort of students beginning each fall. Classes are sequential and only offered once each year.
Bachelor of Science in Middle Childhood Education (BSE/MCED)
The BSE in MCED program may be started at any campus; however, you will need to transition to either the Stark, Geauga, or Kent campus to complete it. This usually happens during your 4th semester of coursework.
KSU Stark and Geauga Campuses
The BSE/MCED program may be completed in its entirety at KSU Stark or KSU Geauga. While it is possible to complete the degree program in four years by taking 16-18 credit hours each semester, it is more probable that 4.5 years will be needed for certain combinations of concentrations.
- You can apply to the Stark campus MCED Advanced Study program in the Fall and Spring for a Fall start only. The Stark campus MCED Advanced Study online application is available each Fall and Spring semester on the Stark campus MCED department site.
- Applications are due on the second Friday after the start of the term in which you are applying.
- The Stark campus MCED Advanced Study program will only consider Advanced Study applications during the summer cycle if seats are still available.
The MCED program has selective admission criteria. The faculty will review your application for admission to Advanced Study using the following criteria. There are no minimum or maximum number chosen each year; only qualified applicants will be accepted.
- Overall GPA (minimum 2.75, but highest possible overall GPA is best – see the top of your GPS Audit for your overall GPA).
- Completion of Pre-Advanced Study coursework.
- Taking most content area courses and Kent Core requirements. When faculty consider your application, they look to see how many courses you will have left after the Advanced Study coursework. Anything beyond a semester’s worth of coursework (15 hours) may result in you being advised to apply later when more coursework is completed. This is often decided on a case-by-case basis. We suggest you meet with an academic advisor to determine your eligibility.
*If you are a KSU Stark student interested in ECED, you also have the option to transition to the KSU Tuscarawas or Salem campuses. We recommend that you speak with an advisor at the Tuscarawas/Salem campuses as soon as you begin the program, as the sequence of coursework and timing for the application to advance study varies from the Kent campus and could delay your graduation with a BSE degree by 1 year.
Transitioning from a Regional Campus to the Kent Campus
If you are attending a Regional Campus and considering the Kent Campus in a future semester, there are many resources available to ensure a successful transition. There is no additional application required. To obtain the best possible foundation for academic success, it is recommended that you complete the following minimum academic achievements before transitioning to the Kent Campus:
- Successfully complete any developmental coursework as prescribed by an academic advisor.
- Successfully complete 12 semester hours of coursework.
- Achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00.
If you are planning to transition from a Regional Campus to the Kent Campus, these steps may help ensure a smooth process:
- Meet with Your Regional Campus Academic Advisor
- Visit the Kent Campus
- Meet with a Kent Campus Academic Advisor
- Register for Classes
- Apply for Financial Aid and Scholarships
- Apply for On-Campus Housing
- Review Payment Options
- Purchase a Parking Permit
For admission, you are required to submit official transcripts from every post-secondary institution you attended. If you have fewer than 12 semester hours of college coursework, you should also submit an official high school transcript including ACT or SAT scores if applicable.
If you are interested in transitioning to the Kent campus, consider using the links below to learn more about making the transition to the Kent Campus:
Last updated July 23, 2025