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Mathematics Education

BSED On-Campus Main Campus
DEGREE TYPE

Bachelor's Degree

PROGRAM TYPE

Undergraduate

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Inspire curiosity and understanding. Teach math with confidence and passion.

Math gives students the opportunity to explore ideas, solve problems, and discover solutions through practice and persistence. That growth mindset builds skills that extend well beyond the math classroom. The Bachelor of Science in mathematics education prepares students for a career in education and leads to a Missouri mathematics teaching certificate.

Where Bold Ideas Take Shape in math education

In your journey to become a mathematics teacher, you’ll focus on meaningful applications of math as a strong part of our degree program. You’ll also have the opportunity to: 

  • Work closely with highly qualified, award-winning mathematics education faculty in a technology-rich environment
  • Prepare for professional examinations for entrance to and exit from the College of Education
  • Attend conferences as participants or presenters
  • Develop the professional skills needed to become a successful teacher and/or advanced study in graduate and professional programs
  • Gain valuable classroom experience through student teaching

What Can You Do with a Mathematics Education Degree?

A mathematics teacher degree from SEMO prepares you to inspire students and make an impact in today’s classrooms. Graduates pursue careers as middle school and high school math teachers, instructional coaches, tutors, curriculum specialists, and education leaders.

At SEMO, you will build strong problem-solving, communication, and teaching skills through hands-on classroom experience and faculty support. Beyond the classroom, SEMO’s Career Services team helps you explore career opportunities, strengthen your resume, prepare for interviews, and connect with employers so you can confidently take the next step toward a rewarding education career.

Internship and Employment Opportunities of Recent math education degree Graduates

  • Junior high and high schools, public and private, throughout the state of Missouri

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Math Education Major Salaries & Careers

  • $92k

    Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary

    According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the mean annual salary for a mathematical science teachers is $92,880.

  • $69k  

    Elementary School Teacher

    According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the mean annual salary for an Elementary School Teacher is $69,790. 

  • $70k

    Middle School Teachers

    According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the mean annual salary for a middle school teacher is $70,040. 

Turn Ambition Into Action

In the Mathematics Education program, you’ll leave with the knowledge and certificates to start your career. 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.

“Critical Courses” are italicized and bold. Data shows that students who have completed these courses in the first two years and have earned the noted grades are most likely to complete this program of study.

Education Courses - 47 Hours Required

A grade of ‘C’ or better is required in education courses with the exception of ED280, which requires a grade of ‘B’ or better.

  • ED280 Introduction to Education as a Profession (3)
  • EF400 Seminar in Educational Issues (1)
  • EX390 Psychology and Education of the Exceptional Child (3)
  • PY222 Development of the Adolescent (3)
  • SE307 Content Literacy Methods for Middle and High School (3)
  • SE311 Techniques of Teaching High School Mathematics (3)
  • SE350 Pedagogy 1: Principles of Effective Teaching (3)
  • SE355 Field Experience II (3)
  • SE365 Pedagogy 2: Secondary School (4)
  • SE380 Advance Field Experience (3)
  • SE385 Pedagogy 3: Advanced Methods Middle & Secondary Teaching (3)
  • SE390 Instructional Interventions for Middle and High School Students with Special
    Literacy Needs (3)
  • SE465 Student Teaching (12)

Mathematics Education Courses – 43 Hours Required – No minor required

  • MA140 Analytic Geometry & Calculus I (5)
  • MA145 Analytic Geometry & Calculus II (4)
  • MA160 Introduction to Mathematical Ideas (3)
  • MA250 Foundations of Mathematics (3)
  • MA328 Middle and Secondary Mathematics from an Advanced Perspective (3)
  • MA334 Mathematical Programming (3)
  • MA340 Concepts of Geometry (3)
  • MA345 Linear Algebra (3)
  • MA443 Elementary Number Theory (3)
  • MA445 Modern Algebra (3)
  • MA449 Mathematical Problem Solving (3)
Choose 3 hours:
  • MA223 Elementary Probability & Statistics (3)
  • MA523 Probability & Statistics I (3)

To be eligible for enrollment in the majority of courses offered by the Teacher Preparation Program and required for a teaching degree (BSE, BSFCSE, BME), students must be admitted to the Teacher Preparation Program (TPP). Students should apply for admission to the TPP upon having met the following entrance criteria:

  • 42 hours of coursework completed;
  • One of the following:
    • Composite/Superscore of 20 or higher on the ACT exam
    • Composite score of 1040 or higher on the SAT exam
    • Passing score on the Missouri General Education Assessment (MoGEA)*
    • Have a previous 4-year degree from an accredited college/university
  • The following course requirements:
    • A minimum grade of 'C' in CF/PY120 The Child (Elementary, Early, and Exceptional) or PY222 Development of the Adolescent (Middle and Secondary)
    • A minimum grade of 'B' in ED280 Introduction to Education as a Profession or ME222 Principles of Teaching Music.
  • International Students must also meet the following requirements:
    • C1 (CEFR) level
    • IELTS minimum score of 7.0 or TOEFL minimum score of 95
    • Note: This policy is for non-United States citizens who are not native English speakers. Students from the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand are exempt from English proficiency verification.

*Students already admitted to the University should take the MoGEA instead of re-taking the ACT


Special Options with Secondary Education  

SEMO offers a Master of Arts in secondary education: educational studies or educational technology. 

Some requirements may be fulfilled by coursework in major program.

  • Social and Behavioral Sciences – 3 hours
  • Constitution Requirement – 3 hours
  • US History Requirement - 3 hours
  • Written Communication – 6 hours
  • Oral Communication – 3 hours
  • Natural Sciences – 7 hours (from two disciplines, one to include a lab)
  • Mathematics – 3 hours
  • Humanities & Fine Arts – 9 hours (from at least two disciplines)
  • Additional requirements – 5 hours (to include UI100 for native students)

First Year    

Fall Semester (15 Hours)     
  • UI100 (1) 
  • EN100 (3)  
  • MA140 (5) 
  • MA160 (3)
  • General Education (3) 
Spring Semester (13 Hours)      
  • MA145 (4) 
  • General Education (3) 
  • General Education (3) 
  • General Education (3) 

Milestone: Maintain 2.75 cumulative GPA, Complete MEP

Second Year    

Fall Semester (16 Hours)  
  • ED280 (3) 
  • MA250 (3) 
  • PY222 (3) 
  • General Education (3) 
  • General Education (3)
Spring Semester (18 Hours)    
  • MA328 (3)
  • MA345 (3) 
  • MA443 (3) 
  • General Education (3) 
  • General Education (3) 
  • General Education (3) 

Milestone: Maintain 2.75 cumulative GPA, Passing score MoGEA

Third Year    

Fall Semester (15 Hours)    
  • EX390 (3)
  • MA223/MA523 (3)  
  • MA445 (3) 
  • SE350 (3) 
  • General Education (3)
Spring Semester (16 Hours)     
  • MA334 (3) 
  • MA340 (3)
  • SE307 (3) 
  • SE355 (3) 
  • SE365 (4) 

Fourth Year    

Fall Semester (15 Hours)     
  • MA449 (3) 
  • SE311(3) 
  • SE380 (3) 
  • SE385 (3)
  • SE390 (3)
Spring Semester (13 Hours)  
  • ED400 (1)
  • SE465 (12) 

Milestone: Passing score Mo Content Exam, MoPTA, 2.75 cumulative GPA, 3.0 GPA in education and content courses. A “Milestone” signifies a significant stage for a student in the completion of a degree.

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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.
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