International Direct - Dual Degree - Bachelor of Science - Elementary Grades Education + Master of Arts - Teaching (Holmes Program)

International direct admission to Louisiana State University (LSU) is designed for international students with advanced English-language skills. The program focuses on academic, cultural, and professional growth to help students excel in school and prepare for a successful future.

As an international direct student at Louisiana State University, individuals will receive:

The School of Education at Louisiana State University offers undergraduate and graduate programs in Curriculum and Instruction and in Educational Leadership, Research, and Counseling. These programs aim to prepare P-12 educational professionals to become reflective practitioners, effective professionals, and inquiring pedagogues. The school’s mission is to equip professional educational leaders and scholars with knowledge of contemporary issues in education. 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).

For students seeking to further develop their expertise, the Holmes Elementary Program is a one-year master’s program for those who have completed the Holmes concentration in elementary education at Louisiana State University. Graduates of this five-year program will earn a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Grades Education, a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT), and teacher certification for grades 1-5.

Possible career paths for graduates include: