Overview

Students select one of these areas in which to complete an upper division emphasis. Additional coursework in education is completed—including foundations of education, pedagogy, learning theory, teaching diverse populations, and professional field experiences.

Key Features

The Teaching Social Studies program at the University of Minnesota offers a variety of content areas for specialization. Classes will include a combination of specific content area and teacher education coursework. Within the teacher education program, students will have hands on exposure to classrooms through volunteer experiences, observation, and student teaching.

Students will be exposed to lesson planning, curriculum design, student development, technology, and diversity in the classroom. Students will learn the value of collaboration, reflection, empowerment, and social justice.

Graduates will be eligible for MN licensure in Teaching Social Studies grades 5-12.

Focused coursework on teaching about and with American Indians, as well as the role of diversity in American education; candidates develop an understanding of working with all learners.

Known for teachers who are technologically adept and skillful.

Program is relevant and current, faculty engage in best practices, professional collaborations, and research in education.

Field-based program with many weeks of opportunities to be immersed in multiple classrooms.

Opportunity to student teach abroad.

Acquired Skills

Effective lesson plan design and instruction.

Oral and written communication skills.

Ability to create instruction opportunities that are adapted to students with diverse backgrounds and exceptionalities.

Use of data to improve programs and instruction.

Career Possibilities

Entry Level:

Middle or high school teacher

Human Resources

Advanced Degree:

Dean of Students

Principal

School Counselor

Superintendent

Community College Instructor

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cultural Anthropology

Technology for Teaching and Learning

Intermediate Macroeconomics

Designing Learning Environments and Lessons

Adolescent/Adult Development and Learning Theory

Science, Technology, and Society

Teaching Indigenous Students

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
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Duluth, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

High school transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are sufficient for currently enrolled students who have not graduated.

Senior year (12th grade) course schedule, if not included on the transcript.

If applicable, college or university transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are sufficient for currently enrolled students.

ACT/SAT scores (optional)

Grade trends and academic rigor

Personal Statement

Specific courses taken

Submit a one-time $50 non-refundable application fee.

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

20950 USD / year

≈ 20950 USD / year
Out-of-State

20950 USD / year

≈ 20950 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

15200 USD / year

≈ 15200 USD / year

Additional Details

International: the cost includes tuition and fees and is for last year. Costs are calculated differently due to visa requirements.

Living costs

Duluth

United States

965 - 1380 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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Career Possibilities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Delivered

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Living costs

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