UNDERGRADUATE Programs CORVALLIS
Bachelor of Arts/Science in Secondary Education
The B.A./B.S. in Secondary Education program prepares you to become a licensed middle or high school teacher upon graduation. This degree is designed to help you become endorsed in one of several subjects.
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Embark on your path to middle or high school teaching.
Become a middle school or high school teacher in as little as four years with our Corvallis campus-based Bachelor of Arts/Science in Secondary Education degree. After completing the program, you will be eligible to apply for an Oregon teaching license, which is reciprocal with other states.
Are you transferring from an Oregon community college? Our transfer page can inform you on the transfer process. Learn more
Choose your specialization based on your interests
You will choose a specialized content area according to your career goals and interests, all while taking classes with expert faculty and working closely with highly-trained supervisors in your content area.
Students who complete the degree may become endorsed in: Biology, Chemistry, Family and Consumer Sciences, Health, Integrated Science, Language Arts (English), Social Studies, Advanced Mathematics, Foundational Math, or Physics.
Students are encouraged to complete a dual major or double degree related to their specialization to gain in-depth knowledge in their desired teaching area.
Gain real-world teaching experience with excellent support
Our degree includes a year-long practicum and year-long student teaching experience with excellent support from faculty and mentors.
In addition to our student success team, you'll also have the opportunity to receive personalized support from Ment2Teach, our mentorship program for New-to-Oregon State students. Learn about resources, participate in fun events, and build long-lasting connections with other College of Education students!
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
In-Person
25
1:22
$130,000
Frequently Asked Questions
The B.A./B.S. in Secondary Education program is offered in-person on the Corvallis campus. Students may take some prerequisites, content courses, or primary degree requirements online or at a community college. See your advisor for details.
Individual degree plans will vary based on students’ degree plans and prior credits earned. For students who complete the B.A./B.S. in Secondary Education as a standalone degree, this program can be completed in four years. For students completing a dual major or double degree, it may take 4-5 years to complete depending on the total credits needed.
Speak with an advisor to develop a detailed graduation plan that aligns with your interests and goals.
We provide opportunities and encourage students to connect with local organizations to gain hands-on experience working with youth. Students can also connect with faculty to engage in research and get involved in clubs/organizations to gain leadership experience.
Our Licensure and Placement Specialist and other faculty will assist you in the steps to apply for your Oregon teaching licensure. We also provide support in applying for teaching positions or exploring graduate programs to enhance your skillsets.
You can complete several of the Education prerequisites and content mastery courses prior to transferring to OSU. If you are attending an Oregon community college, check out our transfer guides for more details and see your advisor for more details. OSU also participates in the Degree Partnership Program, where you can dual enroll in courses at OSU and a partner community college.
You need to complete an approved licensure program in Oregon that aligns with the area you want to teach.This degree is an option for individuals who are interested in secondary education. Students interested in Elementary Education can complete our Bachelor of Arts/Science in Elementary Education.
The ESOL Endorsement is not required, but is highly encouraged to prepare students for the classroom. The ESOL Endorsement and Dual Language specialization are series of courses to prepare you to effectively teach multilingual students. Students can choose to embed the coursework for an ESOL Endorsement or Dual Language Specialization as part of their degree requirements.
Are you ready to take your next steps?
Get in touch with our team to learn more about the College of Education.