Overview

New Mexico State University's Secondary Education (Secondary Education Social Studies) Bachelor of Science program focuses on equipping aspiring teachers with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in teaching a wide range of social studies subjects to secondary school students. This program emphasizes curriculum development, effective instructional strategies, and fostering critical thinking about historical and social issues, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for successful careers in education.

Key Features

Teaching Specialization: Comprehensive training in secondary social studies education.
Classroom Experience: Practical teaching opportunities in secondary school social studies classrooms.
Curriculum Design: Learn to create engaging social studies lesson plans.
Assessment Techniques: Develop skills in assessing and supporting student social studies comprehension.
Classroom Management: Techniques for maintaining a positive learning environment.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Teaching Specialization: Comprehensive training in secondary social studies education.
Classroom Experience: Practical teaching opportunities in secondary school social studies classrooms.
Curriculum Design: Learn to create engaging social studies lesson plans.
Assessment Techniques: Develop skills in assessing and supporting student social studies comprehension.
Classroom Management: Techniques for maintaining a positive learning environment.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: NMSU's priority deadline for completing the entire admission process is the Friday before the first day of class each semester.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Las Cruces, United States

Disciplines

Sociology Secondary Education View 1532 other Bachelors in Sociology in United States

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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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Other requirements

General requirements

Methods of Teaching Secondary Social Studies
Social Studies Curriculum Development
Assessment and Differentiation in Social Studies Education
History and Civics Instruction
Classroom Management and Inclusive Practices

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

26883 USD / year

≈ 26883 USD / year
Out-of-State

26883 USD / year

≈ 26883 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

8504 USD / year

≈ 8504 USD / year

Living costs

Las Cruces

United States

806 - 1259 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

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Secondary Education (Secondary Education Social Studies).

Available Scholarships

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