About Teacher Licensure in Minnesota

St. Cloud State University's Teaching Licensure process outlines the steps students and graduates must follow to obtain a Minnesota teaching license through the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB). These pages explain licensure requirements for first-time applicants, current students seeking a Tier 2 license during program enrollment, individuals adding a license area, and those pursuing administrative or out-of-state licensure.

Here you will also find guidance on degree and certificate completion, verification requests, required application materials, and university standards, while identifying key contacts who can assist throughout the licensure process.