Secondary Education Degree

The secondary education program at Presentation College 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 South Dakota colleges that offer secondary education degrees.

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Presentation College

490 Piya Wiconi Road, Kyle, SD

Presentation College provides a variety of degree programs for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Aberdeen, South Dakota and operated as a private institution. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. The low student to teacher ratio and access to teachers is due primarily to the limited enrollment, around 700 students, maintained by Presentation College.

Students can pick from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Nursing
• Social Work
• Business, Management, Marketing and Related Support Services
• Surgical Technologist
• Radiologic Technology

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to be able to apply to Presentation College. Scores within the range of 17 - 21 on the ACT or 1010 - 1330 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for getting accepted. 75% of those students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 47 percent choose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $17,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to use the school's net price calculator to better estimate their cost of attending Presentation College. Housing is available for students and costs approximately $4,500 each year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements.

Athletic programs are available at Presentation College through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Sports available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)

Students may visit the Presentation College website to obtain a complete list of academic programs offered, student services, and more that is available at this school.

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

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