Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Secondary Education (7-12)
Secondary education programs are teacher preparation programs that are linked to content majors and lead to a teaching license. Students seeking a secondary teaching license will have two advisors: one for their content major and one for their secondary education program.
You can choose from Integrated Mathematics, Integrated Social Studies, Integrated Language Arts, or Life Science as a secondary licensure area.
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.
Curriculum
Explore a robust secondary education major’s course schedule, designed for tomorrow’s Jr. High and High School 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.
Secondary Education facts & figures
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Job Growth in Education
4
Years of field experiences
Careers
A Secondary Education degree from MVNU will properly prepare you to teach Middle/Jr. High School and High School.
MVNU has a strong reputation for producing compassionate, competent, and committed educators who are also real-world ready. 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. Administrators seek out our graduates for openings in their schools and districts.
CLASSROOM TEACHERS
Teach Math, Social Studies, Science, or Language Arts 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.
Meet the Faculty
Learn from faculty members who know how to balance theory and practical application for a relevant, empowering, Christ-centered learning experience.
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