Join LSU's Academic Accelerator for a Bachelor of Science in Education. Gain dual certification and support for international students. Apply now!
The Academic Accelerator Program (AAP) is a balanced first-year program for international students with strong English-language skills. It provides additional support to immersive classes taught in English. Students in the Academic Accelerator Program will receive: Appropriate support for academic and English-speaking needs A full year’s worth of college credits Access to courses specifically for international students Assistance with English vocabulary needed for classes A mix of classes with both international and U.S. students The School of Education at Louisiana State University offers undergraduate and graduate programs in Curriculum and Instruction, as well as in Educational Leadership, Research, and Counseling. These programs prepare P-12 educational professionals to be reflective practitioners, effective professionals, and inquiring pedagogues. The school’s mission is to train professional educational leaders and scholars who are well-versed in current education issues. All programs are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). The Dual Certification General/Special Education program is a new undergraduate degree option that allows students to obtain dual certification in elementary grades 1-5 and special education through an integrated curriculum. Graduates can pursue careers as general education classroom teachers, inclusive special education teachers, or resource room special education teachers.
