Social Studies Education
Students wishing to teach Social Studies in the high schools should pursue the following course of study for the Educational Studies with a concentration in Social Studies major, working carefully with advisors in the History department to make sure that they are fulfilling all requirements.
Common Career Paths
Some of the top jobs for those with a bachelor’s degree with Social Studies Education include postsecondary history teacher, middle school teacher, high school teacher, historian, museum curator, and so much more. Teacher licensure may be required for some of these positions.
Common Salary Ranges for Graduates
As mentioned above, there’s a long list of career opportunities for those with a bachelor’s degree with Social Studies Education. But, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the average annual salary for the following positions (which may require additional education) in North Carolina in 2021:
- Middle school teacher: $50,630
- High school teacher: $52,420
- Historian: $73,790
- Curator: $54,070
Teacher licensure may be required for some of these positions.
Average Tuition Cost
The average cost for an incoming residential freshman to attend MU is less than $18,000 – similar to the cost of attending one of the big-box public schools, but with the enhanced value of a highly-regarded private school with a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
While tuition varies, depending on a student’s financial aid package, it’s important to know that the average financial award for an incoming residential freshman at MU is more than $34,000.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
More than 97% of MU students receive some form of financial aid, with the University offering more than $24 million annually to students for scholarships. If a student is active military, family of active military, or a veteran, they may also qualify for MU’s military education benefits.
Interested in Methodist University’s program in Educational Studies with a concentration in Social Studies Education?
If you have questions, reach out to Dr. Courtney Samuelson using the contact info at the bottom of the page. If you’re ready to apply today, click the button below!
Frequently Asked Question
Methodist University’s Educational Studies with a concentration in Social Studies Education is the program for you. If you’re looking to become a history or social studies teacher, our program will help you learn the core principles of history while fulfilling state requirements that will allow you to earn a teaching license in a residency licensure program.
Major Requirements
The major in Educational Studies with a concentration in Social Studies Education consists of 72-75 credits, distributed as follows:
Required Courses
24-27 credits
| EDU 1420 Field Experience I (1) | EDU 4070 Professional Orientation (2) |
| EDU 2400 Instructional Technology (2) | EDU 4190 Seminar in Positive Behavior Development (3) |
| EDU 2420 Field Experience II (1) | EDU Elective from chosen licensure content area (3-4) |
| EDU 2510 Foundations of Education (3) | EDU Elective from chosen licensure content area (3-4) |
| EDU 3300 Educational Psychology (3) | EDU Elective from chosen licensure content area (3-4) |
Required Area Content Courses
Select a minimum of 24 credit hours from the following list:
| HIS 1030 World History I (3) | ECO 1510 Principles of Macroeconomics (3) OR ECO 1520 Principles of Microeconomics (3) |
| HIS 1040 World History II (3) | GEO 2520 Regional Geography (3) |
| HIS 2010 United States History I (3) | MAT/SOC 2200 Applied Statistics (3) |
| HIS 2020 United States History II (3) | PSC 1510 American Government (3) |
| HIS 3000 History in Theory and Practice (3) | SOC 1510 Principles of Sociology (3) |
This course work will be identified based on the program (degree of study) from which the student is transferring. Courses will be selected from the original degree of study to align with the candidate’s desired teacher licensure area as defined by the NC Residency Licensure requirements. Relevant coursework will be selected in the content area in which a student will seek licensure through an alternative licensure program upon graduation. All area content courses are selected and approved for each student by the department chairperson and teacher education committee content area representative.
Required Elective Courses
24 credits (minimum)
All elective courses are selected and approved for each student by the department chairperson and teacher education committee content area representative. Selected courses will best prepare students for continued studies in the field of education through an alternative licensure program.
Program Fee
Students who declare a major within the Teacher Education department are assessed a program fee that supports access to specialized software used throughout their coursework. This software is essential for documenting field experiences and fulfilling program curriculum requirements. The fee is applied upon declaration of the major and continues annually for the duration of the student’s enrollment in the program.
NC State Board of Education Complaint Process
The North Carolina State Board of Education (SBE) has jurisdiction to investigate allegations of noncompliance regarding specific laws and rules. Complaints may address Educator Preparation Program requirements set forth in Article 15(D) of Chapter 115C. The SBE does not have jurisdiction over complaints related to contractual arrangements with an EPP, commercial issues, obtaining a higher grade or credit for training, or seeking reinstatement to an EPP. All complaints filed with the SBE must be in writing. A person or entity may file a written complaint with SBE by filling out a complaint form and submitting online and/or mailing or faxing a hard copy to the address on the form.
Contact
Courtney Samuelson, Ph.D.
