Overview

The History Education program at Hardin-Simmons University prepares students for certification in History (Grades 7-12). The state standards are incorporated into the required curriculum. Students are introduced to a wide range of courses included world history, Texas history, cultural geography, and United States history. Students who graduate with this certification will have a knowledge and understanding of the social, political, cultural, and religious movements, the most influential people, scientific discoveries, and technological advances as well as the major events which have shaped human history.

Career paths

History teaching positions in 7-12 grades.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

History of Western Civilization Since, 1550

U S History Since 1876

Studies in World History

Teaching in the Sec School

Organization and Management for Teaching, In the Middle Grades and Secondary, Classroom

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Abilene, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Per Texas Education Code, §51.338, candidates meet the proficiencies of the TSIA 2.0 exam in Mathematics and English Language Arts and Reading (ELAR) or satisfy exemption(s) listed below to demonstrate readiness for entry-level college coursework.

Overall GPAMinimum 2.8 (must be maintained throughout the program)

Oral ProficiencyA or B in COMM 1301 or 1302

Content Field 12-15 hoursStudents must complete 12 hours in their content field. Math and Science majors must complete 15 hours in their content field.

English Language ProficiencyRequired interview with certification officer. Complete interview successfully or earn passing score (26) on the TOEFL exam.

Majority VoteAdmission requires a majority vote of the HSU Teacher Education Council.

Educators’ Code of EthicsAdhere to SBEC Code of Ethics and sign agreement form.

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

33200 USD / year

≈ 33200 USD / year
Out-of-State

33200 USD / year

≈ 33200 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

33200 USD / year

≈ 33200 USD / year

Living costs

Abilene

United States

932 - 1728 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 paths

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Abilene

Funding

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