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

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sociology

Anthropology

Psychology

Global Experiences/Humanities

Methods in Secondary School Social Studies

American History

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , International

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National students: There is no deadline for admission applications as we have a rolling admissions process.

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

History View 1861 other Bachelors in History in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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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

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Tuition Fee

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International

21654 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21654 USD per year during 48 months.
National

21654 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21654 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

13263 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13263 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Maryville

800 - 1300 USD /month

Living costs

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

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Social Science - History.

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

International

National

In-State

Living costs for Maryville

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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