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Middle Childhood Education

Meet middle schoolers right where they are and provide life-changing learning experiences.

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Middle Childhood Education (4-9)

A degree in Middle Childhood Education (MCE) from MVNU will prepare you to be an excellent middle level educator teaching grades 4 through 9 in your two chosen academic content concentrations.

MVNU's Education Department has long been known for the quality of its education programs because of the unique opportunities for extensive hands-on field experience offered to students starting freshman year. This kind of experience will help you develop effective teaching practices, give you real classroom experience, allow you to make connections with local schools and educators, and bulk up your résumé.

Middle Childhood Education Curriculum

Explore a robust education major’s course schedule, designed for tomorrow’s fourth-grade through ninth-grade teachers.

Faith & learning at MVNU

At MVNU, our Christian faith is at the core of everything we do. Whether it’s opening class with prayer, diving into Scripture, or examining real-world moral and ethical challenges, we’re committed to shaping students who live out their faith with purpose. Here, you won’t just learn — you’ll be transformed.

Travel

Our travel and study afar programs are more than just an opportunity to see the world — they’re a chance to grow in your faith while experiencing new cultures. Whether you’re serving in communities across the U.S. or learning abroad, each journey is designed to broaden your perspective, deepen your compassion, and equip you to live out your callings in a global context — all while adding valuable experience to your résumé.

Scholarships

Need a little help with finances? We’ve got you covered. Explore scholarships, grants, and other resources to help you pay for your education.

The TEACH grant is available for students who plan to teach in high-need areas after graduation.

MVNU has many endowed scholarships available for students of a wide variety of backgrounds and majors.

Middle Childhood Education facts & figures

4th-9th

Grade Qualifications

+7%

Job Growth in middle school education

4

years of field experiences

Careers

A Middle Childhood Education degree from MVNU will prepare you to teach grades 4–9 in your two content areas. An endorsement is also available that will enable you to teach grades 4–6 in a self-contained classroom.

MVNU has a strong reputation for putting out qualified, savvy, and caring Education graduates. Employers know that we exceed the number of field hours required for licensure by the state of Ohio — because of that reputation, our grads are always in high demand. The vast majority of them secure jobs not long after, and sometimes even prior to, graduation.

CLASSROOM TEACHERS

Teach grades 4-9 in a classroom or online setting.

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Work with public school systems to implement curriculum.

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Work in a private school setting and develop learning strategies.

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Try on a charter school for customized curriculum development.

RELIGIOUS SCHOOLS

Incorporate your faith and learning in the classroom.

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Meet the Faculty

Learn from faculty members who know how to balance theory and practical application for a relevant, empowering, Christ-centered learning experience.

Hyson Campus Center

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The Education Department is located on the second floor of Hyson Campus Center — a centralized hub that merges academics and campus life.

Hyson Campus Center MVNU Mount Vernon Nazarene University cafeteria

The Dining Commons are located on the first floor of Hyson Campus Center. Pioneer College Caterers, Inc. provides numerous options, including a pizza bar, sub sandwich line, salad bar, grille line, and more.

Hyson Campus Center MVNU Mount Vernon Nazarene University REC

The Recreational Equipment Center (REC) is located on the first floor of Hyson and offers students a variety of sporting and outdoor activity equipment that can be checked out for FREE.

Hyson Campus Center MVNU Mount Vernon Nazarene University classroom

The third floor of Hyson Campus Center is devoted to classroom spaces.

Hyson Campus Center MVNU Mount Vernon Nazarene University commuter lounge

Located on the first floor of Hyson Campus Center near The REC, the Commuter Lounge is a place for commuter students to hang out between classes, eat, study, or just relax. Resources include a refrigerator, microwave, Keurig, study tables, and storage lockers.

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