Secondary Education Degree

The secondary education program at University of West Georgia 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 Georgia colleges that offer secondary education degrees.

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University of West Georgia

4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA

University of West Georgia provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Carrollton, Georgia and publically funded. Approximately 11,000 students are enrolled yearly at University of West Georgia.

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

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

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 890 - 1070 for the SAT exam and in a range of 19 - 22 on the ACT is common among students admitted to UWG. An estimated 50% of all applicant were admitted at University of West Georgia, with 55% of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at westga.edu.

Tuition & fees at UWG are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs nearly $6,200 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $17,000 per year. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $4,300. UWG may offer financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The UWG "Wolves" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

Students who wish to get more about University of West Georgia can visit their website at http://www.westga.edu.

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

• Macon, GA
  • Average Annual Salary: $48690

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