Secondary Education Degree

The secondary education program at Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi 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 Texas colleges that offer secondary education degrees.

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Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi

1525 W California Street, Gainesville, TX

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Corpus Christi, TX and publically funded. Over 10,000 students enroll at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi yearly.

Areas of study available at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi include:

• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. Very common standardized test scores among students accepted to this school are in the range of 17 - 22 for the ACT exam, or 1260 - 1580 on the SAT. An estimated 80 percent of all students that applied were admitted at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi, with 33 percent of those admitted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay close to $7,300, while out-of-state residents pay $17,000 annually. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $6,200 per year. Students attending Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi may be eligible for aid which is typically grants and loans.

The Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi Islanders participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)

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

Students Enrolled in the Secondary Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi 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

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