LOYOLA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO

2024-2025 CATALOG

The Academic Catalog is the official listing of courses, programs of study, academic policies and degree requirements for Loyola University Chicago. It is published every year in advance of the next academic year.

Bilingual/Bicultural Education (BSEd)

Overview

The BSEd program in Bilingual/Bicultural Education was designed for students who seek to become licensed bilingual teachers of elementary-aged children. Loyola's Bilingual/Bicultural Education program prepares candidates to teach in two languages in the growing number of bilingual programs in the Chicago area and across the country. Building from candidates’ rich bilingualism, they are prepared with knowledge and pedagogy to make a positive impact on the lives of multilingual students.

All of Loyola’s Bachelor of Science in Education (BSEd) majors complete the Teaching, Learning, and Leading with Schools and Communities (TLLSC) curriculum. This unique, research-based approach emphasizes authentic practices in field-based learning experiences in school and community settings. These modules were designed with four Cornerstones in mind—partnering with schools and communities, classroom diversity, ongoing classroom experience, and participating in professional learning communities.

Upon program completion, Bilingual/Bicultural Education majors earn a BSEd in Bilingual/Bicultural Education. They are eligible for the Illinois State Board of Education Professional Educator License (PEL) in Elementary Education (grades 1 through 6), as well as the Bilingual Education and English as Second Language (ESL) endorsements. Graduates are also entitled to the International Baccalaureate certificate.  All of these credentials are built into the Elementary Education major.