Science Teacher Degree

Science teachers focus energy on understanding, processing, interpreting, and communicating science-based information. Depending on the teaching environment and school type, a science teacher may be required by the institution to perform specific types of research to help advance the field of study. Get more details below including other Michigan colleges that offer science teacher degrees.

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Lawrence Technological University (LCC)

610 N Capitol Ave, Lansing, MI

Lawrence Technological University is a nonprofit private college that has a large number of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Southfield, Michigan, in a predominantly urban area. Enrollment at Lawrence Technological University exceeds 4,500 per year.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Architecture
• Engineering
• Engineering Technology
• Computer And Information Sciences

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Most students accepted to Lawrence Technological University score in a range of 20 - 27 on the ACT. This school has an acceptance rate of 47 percent of which only 34 percent decided to enroll.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $29,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's tuition calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for a cost of $5,500 for the year. Students at this school may be eligible for aid which is generally grants and loans.

Students who would like to view more about Lawrence Technological University may take a look at their website at ltu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Science Teacher Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. LCC offers a master's degree program in science teacher.

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

Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in the agricultural sciences. Includes teachers of agronomy, dairy sciences, fisheries management, horticultural sciences, poultry sciences, range management, and agricultural soil conservation. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, agricultural sciences teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.0% from 2014 to 2024

Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in biological sciences. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, biological science teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 16.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Lansing-East Lansing, MI
  • Average Annual Salary: $99300

Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in forestry and conservation science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, forestry and conservation science teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.8% from 2014 to 2024

Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in the physical sciences, except chemistry and physics. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, atmospheric, earth, marine, and space sciences teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.7% from 2014 to 2024

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