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ACCEPTANCE RATE

55.44%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

12:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

22

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$12,947

Average 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 University of Great Falls 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 Montana colleges that offer secondary education degrees.

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University of Great Falls (GFC MSU)

2100 16th Ave S, Great Falls, MT

University of Great Falls is now known as the University of Providence.  UP is a nonprofit private institution that offers a variety of educational opportunities.  As such, this allows  students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Great Falls, MT, the campus offers an urban setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at University of Providence is nearly 960 per year.

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

  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Education
  • Psychology
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Security And Protective Services
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The school maintains an open enrollment policy, accepting any applicants that meet the requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, records, test scores, and personal statements may be required for certain programs. More information regarding admissions can be found at uprovidence.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $22,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's tuition calculator to identify their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is approximately $4,100. Students at University of Great Falls may be eligible for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

The University of Providence participate in several athletic programs, as part of the NAIA organization. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

  • Basketball (NAIA Division I)
  • Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
  • Golf (NAIA Division I)
  • Soccer (NAIA Division I)
  • Softball (NAIA Division I)

Students should visit the website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, programs, admissions information, and more data about school registration.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Secondary Education program at University of Great Falls, 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

Salary & Wages

  • Great Falls, MT
    • Total Employment: 170
    • Average Annual Salary: $46330

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

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give an overview of the candidates University of Great Falls accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, University of Great Falls may provide services to students like those listed below:

  • Distance learning
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Work study style employment
  • Employment search assistance

Intercollegiate Athletics

GFC MSU is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports belonging to the NAIA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Basketball (Frontier Conference)
  • Track and Field (Frontier Conference)
  • Golf
  • Ice Hockey
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling
  • Rodeo