Overview

About the programme

Inspire the next generation of students to appreciate biology through the Biology Education program from Millersville University of Pennsylvania. This rigorous secondary education program is designed to develop your expertise in both biology and education to ensure that you are equipped to become an outstanding teacher for 7th to 12th grade students. The biology department will expand your knowledge of the sciences while you simultaneously gain practical skills through the educational foundations department.

The biology faculty members at MU encourage students to become lifelong learners, critical thinkers, scientific researchers and creative educators. Various on and off-campus programs allow you to get involved in professional real-world experiments and projects that will ultimately help you become a better teacher.

MU's Secondary Education program maintains partnerships with liberal arts departments to provide education courses, field experiences and co-advisors for future teachers interested in teaching 7th to 12th grade students. By successfully completing this program, you will earn a Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S.E.) degree with a certification in Secondary Biology Education and be prepared for Pennsylvania licensure exams.

Millersville University is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and approved by the American Association of University Women.

Careers

Biology Teacher
Biotechnologist
Nature conservationist
Research Scientist
Marine Biologist
Microbiologist

Programme Structure

The coursework and experiences contained within the Biology Education program reflect a collaborative curriculum which combines your interests in biology and teaching.
Your course of study will start with physical and biological sciences and progress towards more specific subjects such as zoology, genetics and biometry. Meanwhile, extensive coursework in professional education will help you to build expertise in educational concepts and confidence in the classroom.
All MU education programs involve a Block which explores modern teaching and the psychology of teaching, Professional Blocks which focus on instructional technology and positive learning environments, and a semester of student teaching.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Rolling admission. Recommended deadlines for overseas students.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Millersville, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

High School transcripts
Proof of English Proficiency

Non-Native English speakers must submit official English proficiency scores. Applicants who do not meet the minimum English language requirement may be conditionally admitted based on their intended program.Visit our English Proficiency Page.Native English speakers must submit SAT or ACT scores. The institutional code for SAT is 2656. The reporting code for ACT is 3712

Copy of Passport Biographical Page
Proof of Financial Support

International Students must be able to show proof that they are capable of financing their education in the United States. Please submit the Sources of Funds form, along with supporting bank statements of sponsorship letters.

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

20226 USD / year

≈ 20226 USD / year
Out-of-State

20226 USD / year

≈ 20226 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

8090 USD / year

≈ 8090 USD / year

Living costs

Millersville

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

About the programme

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Millersville

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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