Secondary Education Degree

The secondary education program at SUNY College at Plattsburgh 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 New York colleges that offer secondary education degrees.

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SUNY College at Plattsburgh

223 Store Hill Rd, Old Westbury, NY

SUNY College at Plattsburgh, a public institution, offers an assortment of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Plattsburgh, New York, the school resides in a rural setting for students to study in. SUNY College at Plattsburgh has a yearly student enrollment of nearly six thousand.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs SUNY College at Plattsburgh offers:

• Psychology
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• English Language And Literature

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school transcripts, which are then studied by admissions officials. The most common exam scores among applicants accepted to SUNY College at Plattsburgh are in the range of 20 to 24 for the ACT exam, or 950 to 1110 on the SAT. 48% of students that apply are accepted to this school, of which 27 percent choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at plattsburgh.edu.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $7,100 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $17,000 for the year. On-campus housing is available for students and costs about $6,700 per year. Some students at SUNY College at Plattsburgh may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at SUNY College at Plattsburgh through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Ice Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students can visit the school's http://www.plattsburgh.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Secondary Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. SUNY College at Plattsburgh offers a master's degree program in secondary 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

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 12
  • Average Annual Salary: $101950
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 9
  • Average Annual Salary: $73770

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