How to Apply
The BAS-T program builds off the strong foundation of a professional/technical associate in applied science (AAS-T) degree in Early Childhood Education.
Prerequisites
- ENGL& 101
- MATH 111 or another approved college-level math course
- AAS-T* in ECE or its equivalent
*An AAS-T is 40 core credits (humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, communications, and quantitative) plus 50 early childhood credits (some courses may count both as ECE and as core) for a total of 90 credits. - Cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 in all education related coursework.
- Scores on the WEST-B, SAT, or ACT.
Application
Application Checklist
- Applied to Pierce College. Be sure to choose the correct starting quarter.
- Submitted the BAS-T application:
- Submitted WEST-B (or equivalent SAT or ACT scores) to Pierce College.
- WEST-B must be taken prior to admission
- Submitted three (3) Professional and/or Academic Reference Forms (2 of the 3 references should be from current supervisors or others who have formally evaluated your work)
- Submitted Personal Essay
- Submitted Response to Parent Email
- Submitted Resume
- Submitted Official Transcripts in the original sealed envelopes from all institutions previously attended (excluding Pierce College)
- Completed FAFSA or WASFA and any other applicable financial aid such as Washington Scholarships for Child Care Professionals, Washington Teacher Grants, and WashBoard.
All application materials must be addressed to:
Pierce College
Attn: Bachelor of Applied Science in Teaching,
9401 Farwest Drive SW
Lakewood WA 98498