Overview

The Social Science - History program at the Northwest Missouri State University must be completed as part of the Bachelor of Science in Education to align with Missouri teacher certification standards. A minor is not required as social studies is considered a comprehensive major. Recent Northwest graduates have obtained teacher positions in Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska and Missouri, yet the particular certification for each state varies.

Students learn the content of history, geography, economics, political science/government and behavioral sciences while also gaining understanding of the techniques of the teaching profession. This includes classroom management, lesson planning, special education, technology for classrooms and other related skills.

Career Opportunities

100% of students graduating with a degree in social studies either continued their education or found employment within six months after graduation.

The following is a listing of common positions for graduates with a social science major:

Social Studies Teacher

History Teacher and Coach

Peace Corps

Middle School Teacher

Science Teacher

Social Science Teacher

Office Claims Representative

Teacher Aid

Special Education Teacher

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sociology

Anthropology

Psychology

Global Experiences/Humanities

Methods in Secondary School Social Studies

American History

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

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National students: There is no deadline for admission applications as the university has a rolling admissions process.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Maryville, United States

Disciplines

History View 1570 other Bachelors in History in United States

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

ACT/SAT test - optional

Admission criteria for students who do not submit an ACT or SAT test score:

Minimum 3.00 cumulative grade-point average
Complete high school college-preparatory curriculum
Students who have completed the GED or HiSET are eligible with a minimum score of 660 on the GED or a minimum score of 75 on the HiSET.

* Students who must submit an ACT or SAT score for admission:

Home-schooled
Unaccredited high school graduate
For students with less than a 3.00 cumulative GPA and/or not on track to complete the high school college-preparatory curriculum

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

22522 USD / year

≈ 22522 USD / year
Out-of-State

22522 USD / year

≈ 22522 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13795 USD / year

≈ 13795 USD / year

Living costs

Maryville

United States

800 - 1300 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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Tuition Fees

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