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With locations in Tahlequah, Muskogee and Broken Arrow, NSU is Oklahoma’s immersive learning institution. Choose from in-person, blended or online learning options.

Scholarships

NSU is committed to assisting students in applying and earning scholarships. Whether you are an incoming freshman or a continuing/returning student, NSU has a wide variety of scholarship options for students to choose from.

Clubs and Organizations

From networking to leadership opportunities, NSU’s over 80 clubs and organizations allow our students to build lasting relationships while getting the full college experience.

Transfer Students

Whether you’re an incoming or current transfer student, NSU’s transfer advisors are available to assist you with transcript evaluation, information on degree programs and support services. NSU is where You Belong.

Graduate College

Whether transitioning to graduate school or returning to higher education, NSU’s graduate college is your next step. Choose from over 25 master's degrees and several certificate programs.

TCC to NSU Tahlequah: Early Childhood Course Sequence

Notice

Smart Choice agreements are being updated at this time. Please check with an advisor as to current program offerings.

Contact Transfer Student Services to make your transition to NSU as smooth and seamless as possible.

Freshman Year at TCC

Fall Semester

  • ENGL 1113 Freshman Composition I (4x12)
  • POLS 1113 American Federal Government (4x12)
  • Humanities 3 hours
  • CHLD 2003- Lifespan Development
  • MATH 1513 College Algebra OR MATH 1473 - Mathematics for Critical Thinking (4x12)

Total Hours Per Semester 15

Spring Semester

  • ENGL 1213 Freshman Composition II (4x12)
  • HIST 1483 or HIST 1493 US History (4x12)
  • PHSC 1114 General Physical Science (4x12)
  • SPCH 1113 - Speech Communication I (4x12)
  • CHLD 2103- Child Guidance

Total Hours Per Semester 16

Sophomore Year at TCC - NSU (possible dual enrollment)

Fall Semester

  • ENGL 2413 Introduction to Literature (4x12)
  • GEOG 2033 World Regional Geography (4x12)
  • BIOL 1114 - General Biology for Non-Majors (4x12)
  • Foreign Language 3 hours*
  • CHLD 2032 Early Field Experience

Total Hours Per Semester 15

Spring Semester

  • PSYC 1113 - Introduction to Psychology1 (4x12)
  • CSCI 1203 Computer Concepts and Applications
  • BIOL 1383 Nutrition
  • SOCI 1113 - Introduction to Sociology (4x12)
  • CHLD 2513- Programming for Infants and Toddlers

Total Hours Per Semester 15

Junior Year at NSU - TCC (possible dual enrollment)

Fall Semester

  • MATH 3413 Modeling: Geometry & Measure (4x12)2
  • SPED 4433 Intro to Edu of Children w. Exceptionalities
  • READ 4013 Content Literacy K-8
  • ECED 4113 Creative Expression for Early Childhood
  • EDUC 3313 Clinical Teaching/Pre-Internship I
  • EDUC 3113 Educational Psychology
  • ECED 4813 Birth to Two Development

Total Hours Per Semester 21

Spring Semester

  • MATH 3433 Modeling: Numeration & Operations (4x12)
  • READ 4023 Read & Language Develop of Young Child
  • ELED 4323 Language Arts in the Elementary School
  • EDUC 4823 Emerging Technologies (new title)
  • ECED 4213 Cognitive Develop of Young Children
  • SCI 4214 Science in Elementary School (4x12)

Total Hours Per Semester 19

Senior Year at NSU

Fall Semester

  • MATH 3443 Modeling: Real Numbers & Statistics (4x12)
  • READ 4063 Intro to Reading & Writing Assessment
  • ECED 4313 Development of Early Childhood Programs
  • LIBM 4023 Materials for Children
  • EDUC 4032 Pre-Internship II
  • ECED 4513 Organization & Implementation of EC Program
  • P ED 4232 Motor Skill Development

Total Hours Per Semester 19

Spring Semester

  • EDUC 4044 Elementary Intern Teaching
  • EDUC 4054 Elementary Intern Teaching (Full Internship)
  • EDUC 4252 Seminar
  • EDUC 4172 Assessment and Evaluation

Total Hours Per Semester 12

1requirement associated with a BS degree from NSU in Education
2TCC MTH 2553 articulates to NSU as MATH 3413 Modeling: Geometry & Measurement

Total hours transferred from Tulsa Community College: 61 hours
Total hours needed to complete Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education: 132

For further information, contact Dr. Lisa Tritschler, Department Chair, Department of Curriculum and Instruction. 918-444-3737, or email at tritschl@nsuok.edu.