Overview

The Secondary Education and Political Science program from University of Nevada, Reno provides students with a broad background in political science and then they take courses specifically designed to help them become secondary teachers. Students who successfully complete the program are prepared to teach in secondary education, graduate school, or an immediate career in a professional field.

This dual degree program supports the commitment of the University of Nevada Reno to provide our communities with highly qualified, diverse professional educators.

Careers with a degree in Secondary Education and Political Science

The degree provides the necessary training and opportunities for a career in teaching in grades 7-12, and possibilities for work in education-related and other fields, such as public service and political communication. Some graduates have gone on to get post-graduate degrees in education, law, political science or other fields.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Reading and Writing in the Secondary School

Methods for Adolescent and Adult English Learners

Secondary Education Pedagogy

Secondary Pedagogy

Classroom Management

Secondary Supervised Teaching Internship

Teaching Secondary Social Studies

Students with Disabilities in General Education Settings

Education for a Changing World

Parent Involvement and Family Engagement

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-08 00:00:00
Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Teaching Political Science Secondary Education View 1466 other Bachelors in Political Science in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete your application and pay application fee

Complete the simple International Student Application online and pay $95.00 USD non-refundable application fee

Submit a copy of your passport biographical page

Have official transcripts sent from your high school

Transcripts are considered official if they are received via regular mail/post in a sealed envelope, emailed

Verify you have met English language requirements

Tuition Fee

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International

28009 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 28009 USD per year during 48 months.
National

27719 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 27719 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

9577 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9577 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Reno

860 - 1230 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 Secondary Education and Political Science.

Available Scholarships

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