Secondary Education Degree

The secondary education program at SUNY Empire State 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 New York colleges that offer secondary education degrees.

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SUNY Empire State College

450 Clarkson Ave, Brooklyn, NY

SUNY Empire State College is a public institution located in Saratoga Springs, NY and provides a large number of degree programs for students. ESC has an annual student enrollment of over 12,000.

Areas of study available at ESC include:

• Commerce
• Community Organization and Advocacy
• English Language and Literature, Letters
• Psychology
• Interdisciplinary Studies

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. 82% of students that apply are accepted to this school, of which 27 percent choose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The tuition at SUNY Empire State College varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $6,100 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $16,000 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students should visit the ESC website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, financial aid details, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Secondary Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. SUNY Empire State College 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).