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12
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Earn a Certificate for Dual Credit Teaching in U.S. History from St. Mary’s

The Graduate Certificate for Dual Credit Teaching in United States History provides an opportunity for instructors who already have a master’s degree in another area to be credentialed to teach Dual Credit U.S. History courses.

Teaching dual credit courses almost immediately raises the income-earning potential of high school educators and expands career options to include community college teaching. 

Additional information about dual credit teaching can be found in the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission Colleges Faculty Credential document and Texas Education Agency Dual Credit FAQs. Students are encouraged to work with their local accrediting body to ensure that the certificate meets their accreditation requirements.

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  • Want to Earn a Master’s Degree?

    Students without a master’s degree may pair this certificate for dual-credit teaching with 12 additional credits of public history courses to receive an M.A. in Public History with a Graduate Certificate for Dual Credit Teaching in U.S. History.

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Program of Study

The Graduate Certificate for Dual Credit Teaching in United States History is a program that caters to your schedule. Classes for this course are available asynchronously online. For more information about this opportunity, contact the Office of Graduate Admission.

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  • Certificate Program

    The certificate program is expected to be completed on average in 12 months. Flexible options are available for students to complete the program on a 2-year timeline.

    Students who participate in the certificate program may apply their completed credit hours toward a master’s in Public History:

  • Courses

    The certificate includes 18 credit hours of graduate-level courses in U.S. History and will be completed as asynchronous, online courses.

    Courses include:

    • History of the American West and Borderlands 
    • Hispanic San Antonio
    • Topics in U.S. History
    • Topics in U.S. History: Political and Diplomatic History 
    • Topics in U.S. History: Social and Economic History 
    • United States in World History 
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Graduate Certificate Admission and Tuition

Admission

Interested applicants must complete the online application and upload a copy of the highest degree-granting transcript (bachelor’s or master’s). The GRE/GMAT is not required for admission to this certificate program.

Please note: An unofficial copy of your transcript can be used to apply for admission to the program. If enrolled in the program, students will be required to submit an official transcript within four weeks of the start of class.

To discuss specific admission procedures and requirements for this program, contact the Office of Graduate Admission or contact your Program Director. 

Tuition

The Graduate Certificate for Dual Credit Teaching in U.S. History is offered at a fixed rate of $12,000, which includes tuition, required fees and course materials. Students enrolled in this program are not currently eligible to receive federal or state financial assistance. 

Military, dependents of military members and Department of Defense employees may be eligible for a tuition discount. Employers may also offer tuition assistance to their employees. Please contact the Office of Financial Assistance at 210-431-3141 or finaid@stmarytx.edu or visit the Graduate Financial Aid page.

  • Contact Us

    To learn more about the Graduate Certificate for Dual Credit Teaching in U.S. History at St. Mary’s University, contact the Office of Graduate Admission.

    Office of Graduate Admission
    graduate@stmarytx.edu
    210-436-3126.

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Graduate Certificate FAQs

Students in the Graduate Certificate for Dual Credit Teaching in U.S. History may apply their completed credit hours toward a 30-credit-hour Master of Arts in Public History.

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Can my certificate credits go toward a master’s degree?

The Graduate Certificate for Dual Credit Teaching in U.S. History is offered at a fixed rate of $12,000, which includes tuition, required fees and course materials. 

Some programs may qualify for financial aid. Prospective certificate students are encouraged to consult with the Office of Financial Assistance to understand the financing specifics.

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How much does the certificate cost?

The Graduate Certificate for Dual Credit Teaching in U.S. History is 18 credit hours and can be completed within 7-12 months, on average.

How long does it take to complete the certificate?

Courses in the Graduate Certificate for Dual Credit Teaching in U.S. History can be completed in person or in online (asynchronous) online courses. Online courses are not taught in real-time but include pre-recorded lectures, video uploads, class chats and individual meetings with professors.

Are the online courses synchronous or asynchronous?
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