Overview

The Secondary English Education program from the University of Kansas combines literature-based theory and knowledge with culturally diverse readings and discussions.

In addition to the School of Education offerings, courses taught by faculty from the Department of English offer students learning options in rhetoric, linguistics, and literature.

Key Facts

Benefits of the program include:

Program Reputation - KU’s bachelor's degree in secondary English sducation is offered through the KU School of Education, which recently ranked 8th in the nation was according to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Public Education Schools.

Field Experiences, Early & Often - The teacher education program combines general education courses, professional education coursework, and English courses with multiple field experiences at the secondary level in rural, urban, and suburban communities.

Positive Impact on Students - secondary English teachers have the capability to improve literacy skills for all students in the PK-12 school system.

Dual Programming - Coursework fulfills the requirements for a bachelor's degree and also prepares students to pursue a Kansas initial teaching license. It's a two-for-one program at KU!

Employable Degree Outcomes - Students can pursue a dual major in both English and secondary English education, as well as licensure endorsement options in TESOL or special education. Learn more here.

Student Organizations & Networking - Students can actively participate in the Kansas National Education Association (KNEA), a unique, student-led organization dedicated to teacher quality, community outreach, and political action.

Study Abroad - Program supports unique opportunities for students to acquire the knowledge, skills, & dispositions needed for culturally-responsive teaching. Learn more here.

Nationally-accredited Program - The KU School of Education is accredited under the NCATE standards through the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) Accreditation System.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

History of the United States Through the Civil War

Personal and Community Health

The Varieties of Human Experience

Educational Technology in Middle/Secondary Education
Development and Learning of the Adolescent
Curriculum and Instruction in Middle & Secondary English/Language Arts Classrooms

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-25 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lawrence, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for all previous coursework, including transfer coursework.
KU’s $90 application processing fee, payable by credit card.
English proficiency scores sent to KU by your testing agency.
Proof of high school graduation particular to your country.
Academic records. They can accept unofficial transcripts as part of the application, however, they must receive official transcripts before you enroll in an academic program.
If applicable: Educational Gap Statement. If, after high school, there was a period of time longer than three months that you were not enrolled in any educational program, you must write a short statement about your activity during that time. If you attended courses of any kind, include that information.
If applicable: SAT or ACT scores.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

30177 USD / year

≈ 30177 USD / year
Out-of-State

30177 USD / year

≈ 30177 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

11298 USD / year

≈ 11298 USD / year

Living costs

Lawrence

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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Key Facts

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

Lawrence

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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