Education Degree

The education program at Midland University prepares students for a career as a teacher or educational administrator. The program focuses on the general theory and practice of learning and teaching. Program courses include the basic principles of educational psychology, the art of teaching, the planning and administration of educational activities, school safety and health issues, and social foundations of education. Get more details below including other Nebraska colleges that offer education degrees.

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Midland University (MidlandU)

1101 Halligan Drive, North Platte, NE

About
Midland University, located in Fremont, Nebraska, was founded in 1883. The school formed in Atchison, Kansas through the Lutheran Church moving to Fremont in 1919. The school took over facilities left behind by previous schools, after which it merged with Luther Junior College as part of its growth. The school was formerly known as Midland Lutheran College, having changed its name in 2010. The term Midland was chosen due its centralized location in the United States.

Academics
Midland University offers a number of undergraduate majors, allowing students to choose the academic program that best suits their interests and needs. These programs typically take four years to complete, fulfilling general education requirements as set by the accrediting body and allowing students to take lower and upper division courses relating to their major. A limited number of master degree programs are also available, requiring a bachelor's degree as well as other academic criterion for admission.

Programs offered include:

• Art
• Business Administration
• Criminal Justice
• History
• Nursing

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment must complete the application for admission as well as supply all pertinent transcripts and test scores. Applications will be reviewed by the school, with a notice of admission given upon a final decision. Students are encouraged to contact an academic advisor during the admissions process in order to ask questions and obtain additional information. Registration for courses begins shortly prior to the start of each semester.

Financial aid is available in the form of scholarships and grants. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which will be used to determine eligibility and awards. 92% of enrolled students utilize some form of financial assistance at Midland University.

Students Enrolled in the Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Midland University offers a bachelor's degree program in education.

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

Education Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to education, such as counseling, curriculum, guidance, instruction, teacher education, and teaching English as a second language. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

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