Overview

The Chemistry, Secondary Education Emphasis program at Washburn University are designed to get you ready for the licensing exams required to teach grades 6-12 in Kansas. Because Washburn University offers one of the strongest science education programs in the state, our graduates find rewarding employment at many grade-levels and schools.

What sets Washburn Chemistry apart?

You’ll train as a scientist and an educator. Every Washburn Chemistry graduate conducts research for at least one semester with a faculty mentor. Every Washburn Education graduate completes a semester of student-teaching and multiple field experiences.
You’ll learn from professors, not graduate students.
You’ll be eligible for scholarships and free tutoring (and you can get paid to tutor others, too.)
Chemistry Club is a great way to meet others with common interests!

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Teaching Social Studies
Creative Experiences
Social Studies Practicum
Exceptional Learners
Teaching Learning
Math/Science Practicum

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Topeka, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

If you meet one of the following criteria you will be granted admission:

A high school GPA ≥ 2.25 OR;
ACT composite score ≥ 21.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the application for admission

official ACT or SAT scores (only required if you’re under 21)*

official high school transcripts

Pay a one-time, $20 non-refundable application fee

While ACT or SAT scores are not required for admission, if you have previously taken the test we prefer to have your scores on file for advising purposes and potential scholarship increases (scores will not negatively impact your admission status nor scholarship earning potential).

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

22320 USD / year

≈ 22320 USD / year
Out-of-State

10530 USD / year

≈ 10530 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

22320 USD / year

≈ 22320 USD / year

Living costs

Topeka

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.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

What sets Washburn Chemistry apart?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Topeka

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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