Overview

At Earth Science Education from Western Michigan University you will gain an understanding of our planet’s place in the solar system and universe, materials of the Earth’s surface and deep interior, the fossil record and past life on Earth, the forces shaping our landscape, the role of water on our planet, earth processes that support all life and how our climate is rapidly changing.

Graduates with Earth Science Education from Western Michigan University will:

learn about the history, philosophy and policies of teaching in the American school system.

explore the psychology and development of children and young adults.

shadow experienced teachers and observe their classrooms

learn how to develop and teach lessons and how to design, implement and assess instruction.

be able to teach earth science, environmental science, astronomy, climate science and oceanography in grades 6-12.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Meteorology and Climatology

Physical Geology

Historical Geology

Integrated Earth System Studies

Minerals and Rocks

Ocean Systems

Teaching & Learning Earth Science

Geological Field Methods

Geological Field Studies

Sky and Solar System Laboratory

Stars and Galaxies Laboratory

Teaching of Secondary Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-05-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Rolling admission for National for Fall

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kalamazoo, United States

Disciplines

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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

Copy of passport identification page

Proof of English language proficiency

Complete high school or post-secondary education transcripts

$100 non-refundable application fee

Proof of sufficient funds for the first academic year of study at WMU according to estimated cost of attendance

ACT or SAT Scores

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

20525 USD / year

≈ 20525 USD / year
Out-of-State

20525 USD / year

≈ 20525 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

16449 USD / year

≈ 16449 USD / year

Additional Details

Local Summer Tuition: 3,768 International Summer Tuition: 4,711

Living costs

Kalamazoo

United States

1000 - 1500 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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Graduates with Earth Science Education from Western Michigan University will:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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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

Additional Details

Living costs

Kalamazoo

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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