Social Studies Education
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Explore the courses you'll need to complete your degree.
Outcomes & Careers
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$64k
High School Teacher
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for a secondary school teacher is $64,580.
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$62k
Elementary & Middle School Teacher
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for an elementary or middle school teacher is $62,310.
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$84k
Geography Postsecondary Teacher
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for a geography postsecondary teacher is $83,980.
As a social studies education major, you’ll prepare to lead your own classroom, gaining subject area knowledge as well as expertise in all areas of education. You’ll complete a minimum of 120 credit hours to complete this degree, including the general education requirements and at least 39 senior division hours. A minor is required.
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Get Funding for Your Education
Missouri’s opened the door to a more educated workforce. We want to help you walk through it. If you’re an adult learner and a Missouri resident returning to college, learn about the Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant. It’s a statewide financial aid program that can be used to pursue a certificate, degree or industry-recognized credential in a high need area in Missouri. This major is eligible for the Fast Track grant.
Teaching Social Studies with Real-World Impact
Out of State Certification
Completion of this program allows you to be eligible to apply for an education certification in the state of Missouri through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). It is not certain if it leads to certification in other states. The U.S. Department of Education has contact information available for each state's licensure agencies.
Cape Girardeau, Missouri 63701