Secondary Education Degree

The secondary education program at University of Maine at Fort Kent 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 Maine colleges that offer secondary education degrees.

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University of Maine at Fort Kent (UMFK)

224 Main St., Farmington, ME

University of Maine at Fort Kent, a public institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Fort Kent, ME, the school resides in a rural setting for students to study in. Approximately 1,100 students are enrolled per year at University of Maine at Fort Kent.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs University of Maine at Fort Kent offers:

• Nursing Science
• Elementary Education
• Secondary Education
• Commerce

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. Roughly 70 percent of all students that applied were admitted at University of Maine at Fort Kent, with 46 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay approximately $8,300 and out-of-state residents pay $19,000 for the year. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $4,400. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

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Students Enrolled in the Secondary Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. UMFK offers a bachelor'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).