Overview

Our nationally-recognized 141-credit Bachelor/Master in History and Secondary Education, Grades 7-12 at Mercy College New York (12 courses) is conveniently offered at all four Mercy College campuses (Dobbs Ferry, Manhattan, Bronx and Yorktown), an easy commute from communities throughout the region, as well as online.

The program’s goals are based upon the belief that grade 7-12 teachers need to have a thorough understanding of social studies and employ teaching methods that excite and engage adolescent learners. Through course work and field experiences, our program equips teachers with the knowledge and skills to support and assess student learning.

Here, you will study the basics of teaching in four core courses before going on to specialize in secondary education, with a focus on teaching social studies.

In addition to courses in pedagogy, you will be able to choose specialized content courses in:

U.S. history
global history
American government
globalization to keep you up to date in preparation for your role as a teacher.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Edu Fnd Diverse Perspectives

Fndtns Educ Sdnts w/Dsblts

Tchng English as 2nd Lang

Aprchs Lit: EChldhd-Adolescenc

Educ Psych & Adlscnt Dvlpmnt

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-07 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

141 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

History Teaching Secondary Education View 2534 other Bachelors in History in United States

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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Student insurance

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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

Students must submit a high school transcript for their application to be reviewed. We will accept either an unofficial or official transcript. Students are able to upload these transcripts through our student portal.
An official final high school transcript (provided by the high school to Mercy College), which includes all secondary school grades, class rank and date of graduate must be submitted prior to enrollment.

Students whose transcripts are unavailable should consult with an admissions counselor. Or, the applicant can provide a High School Equivalency Diploma, if applicable, with corresponding score sheet.

Tuition Fee

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International

21358 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21358 USD per year during 48 months.
National

21358 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21358 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for New York City

1819 - 3968 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for History and Secondary Education, Grades 7-12.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

226 countries / Need-based

Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria

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