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Middle Level Education with Licensure

Prepare to teach students in grades 5 through 8 while building expertise in two subjects you care about. Â鶹¹ú²ú’s Middle Level Education program combines focused coursework, extensive classroom experience and individual faculty support on the path to Illinois teacher licensure.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Science in Education
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
136 Total, 100 in Major
Careers
Postsecondary, Teachers
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Why Study Middle Level Education with Licensure at Â鶹¹ú²ú?

  • Prepare specifically for the academic, social and emotional needs of students in grades 5 through 8
  • Build meaningful expertise in two teaching areas selected from language arts, mathematics, science and social sciences
  • Connect teaching methods with classroom experience throughout the professional program
  • Learn through three semesters of integrated coursework and field experience before student teaching
  • Complete a nationally accredited and state-approved educator preparation program
"A good portion of my family members are alumni of Â鶹¹ú²ú and majored in education. Many of the amazing teachers that I have had attended Â鶹¹ú²ú which shows the reputation that is set forth for future educators. The opportunities that were presented, along with the various degree options, influenced my decision to attend this university."
Kaylan Finley
Middle Level Education | Class of 2027

Hands-On Experience

  • Participate in classroom and field experiences throughout the professional education sequence
  • Complete a practicum focused specifically on middle school curriculum and instruction
  • Practice assessing student learning in an authentic educational setting
  • Work with culturally diverse learners and students with disabilities during a dedicated practicum
  • Complete a supervised student-teaching experience in a school setting
Hands-On Experience, Middle Level Education with Licensure students at Â鶹¹ú²ú

What You'll Learn

Middle Level Education prepares you to teach students in grades 5 through 8, who are developing rapidly as learners and as people. It is a fit if you enjoy working with young adolescents, are patient and want to help them grow academically, socially and emotionally. You complete a professional education core and select two endorsement areas from language arts and literacy, mathematics, general science and social sciences.

$43,190
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Education Teachers, Postsecondary
  • Middle School Teachers
  • Secondary School Teachers

Career Insights

Job Outlook Average Outlook
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Social

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Senior Academic Advisor (TLF)
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2170 Buzzard Hall
217-581-7893
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Professor, Assistant Chair (TLF)
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2174 Buzzard Hall
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Head of Panther Pride
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