Curriculum and Instruction Degree

In plain English, a curriculum and instruction specialist seeks to provide standardization and accountability within a teaching system to help enhance learning models and improve student achievement. The field’s core focus is to understand how students learn and create systems to best support learning. Get more details below including other Oregon colleges that offer curriculum and instruction degrees.

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Western Oregon University

Also known as Western Oregon State College

900 State St, Salem, OR

Western Oregon University, a public institution, offers an assortment of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Monmouth, Oregon, it offers a rural setting for students to study in. Nearly six thousand students enroll at Western Oregon University yearly.

Students may pick from several areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Psychology
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by the admissions committee. Students may take either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score in a range of 1240 to 1580 on the SAT, or 16 to 22 for the ACT is common among accepted students. 89% of those students that apply are admitted to Western Oregon State College, of which 47% choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at wou.edu.

Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs close to $8,900 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $22,000 per year. The price of on-campus housing is about $7,700 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements.

The Western Oregon State College Wolves participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

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

Students should visit the Western Oregon State College website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Curriculum and Instruction Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Western Oregon State College has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
• Master's Degree

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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

Instructional Coordinators

Description

Develop instructional material, coordinate educational content, and incorporate current technology in specialized fields that provide guidelines to educators and instructors for developing curricula and conducting courses. Includes educational consultants and specialists, and instructional material directors.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, instructional coordinators employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Salem, OR
  • Total Employment: 190
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.14
  • Average Annual Salary: $68930

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