Science Teacher Degree

Science teachers focus energy on understanding, processing, interpreting, and communicating science-based information. Depending on the teaching environment and school type, a science teacher may be required by the institution to perform specific types of research to help advance the field of study. Get more details below including other Minnesota colleges that offer science teacher degrees.

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University of Minnesota – Duluth

1750 WEIR DRIVE, WOODBURY, MN

UMD is a public school that has a fair number of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Duluth, MN, in a predominantly urban area. Enrollment at UMD exceeds twelve thousand per year.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Communications And Journalism

Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 1400 to 1780 for the SAT exam and between 22 to 26 on the ACT is typical among students admitted to UMD. University of Minnesota - Duluth accepts approximately 80% of applicants yearly. Of those applicants admitted, nearly 37% registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $14,000 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $16,000 annually. UMD may offer financial aid for students who qualify as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The UMD Bulldogs participate in several athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Available sports offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)

For a complete list of programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.d.umn.edu/.

Students Enrolled in the Science Teacher Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Minnesota – Duluth offers a bachelor's degree program in science teacher.

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

Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in the agricultural sciences. Includes teachers of agronomy, dairy sciences, fisheries management, horticultural sciences, poultry sciences, range management, and agricultural soil conservation. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, agricultural sciences teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.0% from 2014 to 2024

Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in biological sciences. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, biological science teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 16.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
  • Total Employment: 380
  • Average Annual Salary: $64630

Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in forestry and conservation science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, forestry and conservation science teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.8% from 2014 to 2024

Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in the physical sciences, except chemistry and physics. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, atmospheric, earth, marine, and space sciences teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Annual Salary: $92340

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