Education, Bachelor of Science

Available: On Campus

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Founded as 葫芦影业 Normal Institute in 1879, 葫芦影业 was the first teacher preparation program in Texas.

The BS in Education offers ideal class sizes and personal attention from a highly qualified faculty.

Locations

The Education degree is offered at the main campus in Huntsville and many classes are offered at The Woodlands Center.

Careers in Education

  • Teacher
  • Principal
  • Administrator
  • Coach
  • Superintendent
  • Professors

Or continue your education with a graduate degree.

Coursework

The first step to becoming a teacher is deciding which grade level you want to teach, as this will determine your degree plan.

Students interested in the B.S. in Education and a Master of Education in Teaching and Learning can get a jumpstart on their master's degree in the 4+1 accelerated dual degree programs. With the 4+1 programs, students complete graduate-level courses as part of their undergraduate degree. for availability.

All students are required to participate in field experiences in public schools.

  • Early Childhood PK - 3
    Grade Level & Subject Your Degree Plan
    PreK - 3rd Grade
    PreK - 3rd Grade and Bilingual Education
  • Elementary EC-6
    Grade Level & Subject Your Degree Plan
    Elementary
    Elementary and Bilingual Education
    Elementary and All level Special Education
  • Middle Grades 4-8
    Grade Level & Subject Your Degree Plan
    4th - 8th grade Core Subjects (except Fine Arts, Health & PE)
    4th - 8th grade Math
    4th - 8th grade Science
    4th - 8th grade Social Studies; all History, Geography, Eco. and Govt.
    4th - 8th grade ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading)
  • Secondary 6-12 or 7-12
    Grade Level & Subject Your Degree Plan
    7th - 12th grade Science: encompasses Biology, Chemistry, Geology (Earth Science), Physics (including Astronomy)
    7th - 12th grade English Language Arts and Reading
    7th - 12th grade History
    7th - 12th grade Journalism
    7th - 12th grade Mathematics
    6th - 12th grade AFNR (Agriculture, Food, Natural Resources)
    6th - 12th grade AFNR (Agriculture, Food, Natural Resources)
    6th - 12th grade AFNR (Agriculture, Food, Natural Resources)
    6th - 12th grade AFNR (Agriculture, Food, Natural Resources)
    6th - 12th grade AFNR (Agriculture, Food, Natural Resources)
  • All Grades: Fine Arts, Physical Education, Spanish
    Grade Level & Subject Your Degree Plan
    All grades Early Childhood-12th grade : Physical Education
    All grades Early Childhood - 12th grade : Languages Other than English (Spanish)
    All grades Early Childhood - 12th grade : Art
    All grades Early Childhood - 12th grade : Music
    All grades Early Childhood - 12th grade : Theatre

Program Breakdown

Brief breakdown of the type, or types, of degree(s) available, their length, available enrollment, and estimated cost.
Category Degree Summary
Length 120-131 Credit Hours
Required Courses
Enrollment Fall, Spring, Summer
Tuition/Costs Rates Per Semester

Undergraduate Application Deadlines

  • Fall: August 1
  • Spring: December 15
  • Summer: May 15