Overview

With the Secondary Education programme from Roosevelt University you can address the learning and socio-emotional needs of adolescents in grades 9 through 12.

This intensive, field-based programme prepares you to work democratically with diverse children and families in biology, business, chemistry, English, history and math. The degree leads to a combination of Illinois teaching credentials.

Teaching is a rewarding profession, but requires a lot of commitment and preparation. You can expect focused and practical assignments, engaging discussion, small group projects, and field experiences in diverse high schools.

Concentrations include:

Biology

Business

Chemistry

English

History

Math

Social Justice Focus

At Roosevelt, you’ll build inclusive, engaging relationships with faculty, school practitioners and learners. Immerse yourself in diverse school and community cultures.

The secondary education degree is ideal for students who don’t have undergraduate degrees in education and aspire to transform classrooms. The programme nurtures social justice leadership and coaches candidates toward career success.

Secondary Education Careers

Roosevelt graduates teach in their chosen disciplines in public and private high schools. Alumni work in districts and organizations like:

Chicago Public Schools

Glenbrook High School District 225

Lake Zurich CUSD 95

Roselle School District 12

School District U-46

St. Charles Community Unit School District 303

Township High School District 214

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Seminar in Secondary Education

Teaching Language and Literacy in the Content Areas

Field Experience in Secondary Education

Student Teaching in Secondary Education

Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment in Secondary Education

Exceptional Children & Youth

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

National students: Rolling admission, meaning there are no specific deadlines for most programs. Some specialized programs may have specific deadlines

Language

English

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online application.

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum 2.7 grade point average. An undergraduate major in your content area (biology, business, chemistry, English, history or math) is recommended, but not required.

Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities.

No GRE required.

English Language Proficiency requirement for all students who completed a degree program outside the United States.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

11467 USD / year

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Out-of-State

11467 USD / year

≈ 11467 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

11467 USD / year

≈ 11467 USD / year

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Concentrations include:

Social Justice Focus

Secondary Education Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Living costs

Chicago

Funding

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