The Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP) pathway offers students the opportunity to earn their Bachelor of Arts degree and multiple subjects teaching credential in four years! Transfer students can complete their Bachelor of Arts degree and multiple subjects teaching credential in two years!
Students interested in teaching will start taking a limited number of teaching credential classes during their bachelor’s degree program in Liberal Studies or Liberal Arts and during the summer terms. This takes at least one year off of the current traditional path allowing graduates to jump into their profession one year early!
In addition to the multiple subjects credential, students can choose to pursue an Education Specialist credential or a Bilingual Authorization, expanding their expertise and career opportunities.
Transfer students who have earned an Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) in a similar pathway or have the required pre-requisite classes, are also eligible to apply for a 2 Year pathway with FPU’s Degree Completion program in Liberal Arts.
ITEP: Liberal Studies Pathway
ITEP: Liberal Arts Pathway
ITEP Pathway Roadmaps
Navigating your path to becoming a teacher just got easier. Our program roadmaps provide a clear step-by-step guide to help you stay on track from start to finish. Whether you're mapping out coursework, field experience, or credential requirements, these visual guides show you exactly what to expect at every stage. Explore the roadmaps to see how you can earn your degree and teaching credential efficiently—so you can step into the classroom with confidence.
Traditional Undergraduate Program
- Liberal Studies ITEP Roadmap
- Liberal Studies Bilingual Authorization ITEP Roadmap
- Liberal Studies Education Specialist ITEP Roadmap
Degree Completion Undergraduate Program
- Liberal Arts ITEP Roadmap
- Liberal Arts Bilingual Authorization ITEP Roadmap
- Liberal Arts Education Specialist ITEP Roadmap
Application Steps
- Submit an application for admission.
- First-time Freshmen (including students dually enrolled): Apply for the Liberal Studies program at fpu.edu/applyTUG
- Transfer students: Apply for the Liberal Arts program at fpu.edu/applyDC
- First-time Freshmen (including students dually enrolled): Apply for the Liberal Studies program at fpu.edu/applyTUG
- Applying to FPU is FREE! No application fee is required.
- Send in your official transcript(s).
- Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at using FPU’s code of 01253 or by using the school search function.
Questions?
Connect with an admission specialist to discuss the options available to you and to learn more.
- Liberal Studies: admissions@fresno.edu
- Liberal Arts: degree.completion@fresno.edu
