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General Contact
- School Code: 194600
- Phone: (620) 278-2173
- School Homepage
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Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
55.91%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
10:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
12FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$17,091Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Secondary Education Degree
The secondary education program at Tabor 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 Kansas colleges that offer secondary education degrees.
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Tabor College (Tabor)
125 W. Cooper, Sterling, KS
Tabor College provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Hillsboro, Kansas and operated as a private institution. The school's Mennonite Brethren Church affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. The school enrolls 700 students per year, allowing for smaller more engaging class sizes.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Education
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Philosophy And Religious Studies
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
To be considered for admissions, you may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to Tabor. Scores between 19 to 25 on the ACT or 870 to 1030 on the SAT are recommended to increase the chance of acceptance. Approximately 90% of all applicant were accepted at Tabor College, with 38% of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at tabor.edu.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $24,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's tuition calculator to get a better idea of their costs. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $3,200. Tabor College may provide financial aid for students who are eligible by way of grants and loans.
The mascot for Tabor is the "Bluejays", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NAIA. Athletic programs offered may include:
- Baseball (NAIA Division II)
- Basketball (NAIA Division II)
- Football (NAIA Division II)
- Soccer (NAIA Division II)
For a complete list of programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.tabor.edu.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Secondary Education program at Tabor College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields: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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the applicants Tabor College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Tabor College may provide services like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Tabor College is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports belonging to the NAIA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conf)
- Basketball (Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conf)
- Football (Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conf)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Other Sports