Bachelor of Science in Education in Physical Education

Catalog Year 2025-2026

Based on VCCS Curriculum for EDUCATION

Transfer Guidance

Transfer Admission Requirements

• Transfer applicants must present a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA.

• Prior to applying, VCCS applicants must complete an English composition equivalent to ENGH 101 (ENG 112). Students may provide secondary school coursework or test scores demonstrating English language proficiency.

• Prior to applying, VCCS applicants must complete a college-level math course.

• GAA applicants must present a minimum 2.85 cumulative GPA. For more information about Guaranteed Admission Agreement Requirements, visit: https://www.vccs.edu/transfer-programs/

Important Links & Dates

• Office of Transfer Services: https://www.gmu.edu/admissions-aid/apply-now/how-apply/transfer/office-t...

• Admission Application: By Oct 1 or March 1 at https://www.gmu.edu/admissions-aid/apply-now

• Financial Aid: https://www.gmu.edu/financial-aid

• FAFSA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid: March 1 for Fall admission and October 1 for Spring admission at studentaid.gov.

What Should I Consider When Selecting Courses?

• Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year. For help, see Transfer Steps and Resource Center at www.TransferVirginia.org

• Connect with an advisor at your community college within your first year. College connect available in your account of www.TransferVirginia.org.

• Most of the general education classes are also needed to fulfill Content Area Endorsement courses for licensure. Review those requirements here: https://education.gmu.edu/teacher-track/content-area-review/.

• Connect with pre-education advisors at George Mason prior to transfer: https://education.gmu.edu/teacher-track-office/team.

Is This Degree Right For Me?

• Individuals interested in this program typically recognize the importance of being physically active and adopting healthy habits. They also enjoy working with groups of school-age children (PK-12).

• A student must pass the required state licensure exams prior to completing the student teaching internship.

What Is The Impact On My Degree Of Work I Have Already Completed?

• Associate Transfer Degree Completion: Students who complete a VCCS transfer associate degree (AS, AA, AA&S, & AFA) will receive a waiver of the Foundation and Exploration (lower division) Mason Core general education categories. To be eligible for the waiver, the students must provide the George Mason Office of Admissions with a final, official transcript reflecting the degree conferral date. As a prerequisite for ENGH 302, ENGH 101 is not waived. Students must complete ENGH 100 or ENGH 101, or an equivalent, with a C or higher.

• Dual Enrollment – Completion of Associate Degree in HS: Applicants are required to apply as freshmen.

• Catalog Year: Catalog year determined by first term of attendance at George Mason.

• Credit for Prior Learning: Credit by exam may be used to fulfill General Education and/or major requirements. See: https://www.gmu.edu/admissions-aid/apply-now/how-apply/transfer/transfer...

Is This College Right For Me?

• Located in Fairfax within the National Capital Region. Mason enrolls 26,000 undergraduate students, in 80 in-demand majors, from 50 states and 130 countries.

• 4,000 new transfer students choose George Mason each year. George Mason is consistently ranked as one of the most diverse universities in the U.S.

• Transfer students are welcome to live among our 7700-student residential community or off-campus. The Office of Contemporary Student Services is dedicated to the support of off-campus transfers.

• 66% of George Mason students receive financial aid

• 22 Division I men’s and women’s teams and 475+ student organizations

• Learn more about our college at www.TransferVirginia.org.

Did You Know That…

• This degree allows you to teach two content areas: health and physical education.

What Can I Do With This Degree?

• Explore possible careers, salaries, and job outlook at: TransferVirginia.org

• Teach health and physical education PK-12.

Program Successes & Highlights

• We have strong partnerships with multiple local school districts.

• Health and Physical Education teachers are in high demand; our graduates all find jobs in the field.

• We have a high national ranking by US News & World Report.

Do More With Your Degree!

• Earn a master’s degree later to specialize and expand your career options within the field.

• After teaching a few years, you can become a mentor teacher for the program if you stay in Northern Virginia.

Other Than Classes, Are There Other Program Requirements?

• Students must earn a C or better in specific major courses.

• Students must maintain an overall 2.5 GPA and pass all Commonwealth of Virginia mandated tests for licensure area.

• Students should meet with the Major Academic Advisor throughout their program.