Overview

The program in Middle Grades Education at Columbus State University provides content preparation in two teaching fields as well as a specialized knowledge base that emphasizes the philosophy, theories, research, exemplary practices and interdisciplinary focus of successful middle level programs.

Pre-service teachers also participate in a variety of field experiences to develop the dispositions and performances needed to be effective teachers for young adolescents.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates will be able to:

Demonstrate proficiency in planning instruction based on standards and knowledge of students
Demonstrate proficiency in using a wide range of instructional strategies and differentiating instruction to help all students learn

Career Opportunities The B.S. Ed. program in Middle Grades leads to entry-level Georgia certification and qualifies students to teach in grades 4-8.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Instructional Strategies in Middle Grades

Teaching Literacy Across the Content Areas

Adolescent Development for Educators

Technology for the 21st Century Classroom

Creative Dramatics in the Classroom

Student Teaching

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

123 SCH

123-126

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Columbus, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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General requirements

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Academic Transcripts: Applicants who have graduated from a non U.S. accredited high school or attended a non U.S. accredited college/ university must provide a professional transcript evaluation by a NACES evaluator or Lisano International. We recommend using Josef Silny or World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts from any U.S. college/university attended must be submitted.

SAT/ACT

Proof of English language proficiency

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

16200 USD / year

≈ 16200 USD / year
Out-of-State

16200 USD / year

≈ 16200 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

4488 USD / year

≈ 4488 USD / year

Living costs

Columbus

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

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Duration

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