Science Education (Middle Grades)

Western Governors University (WGU) Washington ETPL
Calling all science geeks! The growing emphasis on STEM in schools has generated a huge demand for knowledgeable, skilled, and passionate science teachers to inspire future generations of biologists, chemists, physicists, and everyday citizens who understand the workings of the world around them. Becoming a middle school science teacher is a rewarding decision that can lead to a lifetime of personal and professional satisfaction. The online science degree program from WGU's CAEP-accredited Teachers College is designed to help you become a highly qualified middle school science teacher. Our curriculum is recognized by the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA).Note: Available in states that have a middle-grades general science teaching license. The specific grade level you will be licensed to teach depends on your state. Learn more about teacher certification.

Financial information

Total tuition

$37,640.00

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$2,065.00

Locations

Western Governors University (WGU) Washington, Online

Instructional methods

Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Program details

5 Years

Length of training

Bachelor

Award type

127

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

BS

Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses

No

Other prerequisites

High School Diploma

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

N/A

Certification/license test preparation provided

N/A

Employment performance results

Program type

Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education

Completion rate

46%

Employment rate

0%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$36.74

Typical (median) annual earnings

$0.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
12
Completion rate
46%
Average number of students who completed each year
6
Gender
Male
50%
Female
50%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
0%
Asian
0%
Black or African American
0%
Hispanic
16%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
76%
Multi-racial
8%
Other
0%
Age
Under 20
0%
20 to 29
58%
30 to 39
19%
40 to 49
12%
50 and over
12%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
0%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
0%
Some college experience, but no degree
0%
Certificate or AA
25%
BA or higher
75%