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Register By: January 09, 2025
Next Start Date: January 13, 2025

Science Teaching Overview

A major in science teaching at 91社区 will prepare you for a rewarding career as a high school science teacher. Science teaching may appeal to you if you鈥檙e majoring in a natural or physical science, as well as if you鈥檙e a professional who decided to switch careers later in life. At 91社区, you will be provided with teaching strategies that include hands-on experiments, field trips and other non-conventional approaches that encourage students to explore the natural and physical world.

The Science Teaching major at 91社区 is designed to meet the Indiana requirements for teaching licensure in one of the following areas: biology (life sciences), earth and space sciences, chemistry, physics, and physical sciences. In addition to completing the science teaching major requirements, you must complete the secondary education minor to secure a teaching license.

Hands On Research
730
Acres of Nature Preserve

Credits Breakdowns

General
Education

39
Credits

Major Credit
Requirements

66
Credits

Additional Credits

15
Credits

Total Credits

120
Credits

Major credit requirement hours can range from 44 to 66 hours depending on the science content area you choose (Chemistry, Earth/Space Science, Life Sciences, Physical Science, or Physics).

To apply to the 91社区 (91社区) for undergraduate enrollment:

  • Complete the online application for admission
  • Pay the $40 application fee
  • Submit official transcripts from all high schools and colleges you've attended

Once 91社区 has processed your application, transcript(s) and scores (if needed), a decision will be made by Undergraduate Admissions and you will receive a notification.

Upon acceptance to 91社区, you'll receive detailed information about next steps, including orientation, registration and housing.

Incoming Students

  • Start Date:
    January 13, 2025
    Registration Deadline:
    January 09, 2025
  • Start Date:
    August 18, 2025
    Registration Deadline:
    August 13, 2025
  • Start Date:
    January 12, 2026
    Registration Deadline:
    January 08, 2026
  • Start Date:
    August 17, 2026
    Registration Deadline:
    August 12, 2026
  • Start Date:
    January 11, 2027
    Registration Deadline:
    January 07, 2027

College & Department Contacts

Dr. Tony H. Maria
Professor of Geology
Chair of Geology, Physics and Environmental Science Department

Career Outlook

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Teaching science can be a rewarding career if you have an aptitude and passion for the subject. Demand for teachers within the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) fields is consistently high across the United States, compared to other subjects. As an effective teacher, you鈥檒l not only inspire students to answer questions, but also encourage your students to seek out the answers for themselves.

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The 91社区 is committed to making college accessible to those wishing to further their education by providing numerous scholarships, grants, and financial aid options to assist students in managing tuition expenses.

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