Secondary Education Degree

The secondary education program at Arizona Christian University prepares students for a career in teaching both middle and high school, as well as at the university level. The program focuses on teaching grades seven through twelve, depending on the school system and state regulations. Program courses include: comprehensive curriculum on specific/preferred subject matter. Get more details below including other Arizona colleges that offer secondary education degrees.

Arizona Christian University

7050 S 24th St, Phoenix, AZ

Arizona Christian University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Phoenix, Arizona, the school offers an urban setting for students to study in. The school's Nondenominational Christian affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. The school enrolls 400 students yearly, allowing for smaller more engaging class sizes.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Biblical Studies
• Business Administration
• Counseling Psychology
• Youth Ministry
• English and Language Arts Teacher Education

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then studied by admissions officials. Very common test scores among students accepted to Arizona Christian University are within the range of 19 to 24 on the ACT, or 910 to 1130 on the SAT. An estimated 60 percent of all students that applied were accepted at Arizona Christian University, with 60 percent of those admitted choosing to attend.

Tuition is approximately $21,000 per year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. The cost of on-campus housing is around $4,900 per year. This school may offer financial aid for students that qualify in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Arizona Christian University has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NAIA. Available sports offered:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)

Students should visit the school's http://www.arizonachristian.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Secondary Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Arizona Christian University has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 10
  • Average Annual Salary: $49450

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).