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- Phone: (260) 665-4100
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
85.85%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
11:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
12FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$27,132Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
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Secondary Education Degree
The secondary education program at Valparaiso University 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 Indiana colleges that offer secondary education degrees.
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Valparaiso University (Valpo)
1 University Ave, Angola, IN
Valparaiso University is a nonprofit private school that has a large number of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Valparaiso, IN, in a predominantly suburban area. The Lutheran Church in America affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Around 4,100 students enroll at Valpo annually.
Areas of study offered at Valpo include but are not limited to:
- Legal Professions And Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Engineering
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to apply to Valpo. Scores between 23 - 29 on the ACT or 1450 - 1810 on the SAT are recommended to increase your chances for getting accepted. 74% of those who apply are accepted to this school, of which 17 percent choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at valpo.edu.
The cost of tuition is approximately $34,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to use the school's net price calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. On-campus housing is available for students, and generally costs approximately $5,900 each year. Students at Valparaiso University may qualify for aid which is generally scholarships, grants, and loans.
The Valpo "Crusaders" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available sports offered may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
Students can take a look at the school's http://valpo.edu to see additional information.
Students Enrolled in the Secondary Education Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Valparaiso University has offered the following academic levels for students:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Bachelor's Degree | 0 |
Master's Degree | 2 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 1 |
Female | 1 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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White | 2 |
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
Upon completion of the Secondary Education program at Valparaiso University, 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 admissions information below may give you an idea of the applicants Valparaiso University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Valparaiso University may offer services like:- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Valpo is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Missouri Valley Conference)
- Basketball (Missouri Valley Conference)
- Track and Field (Missouri Valley Conference)
- Football (Pioneer Football League)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Bowling