Middle Level and Secondary Math Education Program
Why study Math Education at Wichita State?
- Prepare to be a caring, competent, collaborative, and reflective professionals.
- Students experience a variety of field placements, instructional strategies, technology, and teaching opportunities, culminating in a semester of full-time student teaching.
- Coursework provides for a balanced blend of mathematics content and pedagogical skills.
Upon completion of all courses and program assessments, graduates will be eligible to apply for an initial teaching license after they successfully complete the Kansas teacher licensure exams required by the State of Kansas for application for a teacher license or endorsement.
About the Program
A total of 120 hours are needed to complete a Mathematics Education Degree. For initial licensure in Middle-Level Mathematics (grades 5 - 8), twenty-four (24) content credits beyond Math 111 College Algebra are required. For initial licensure in Secondary-Level Mathematics (grades 6 - 12), twenty-seven (27) content credits beyond Calculus 2 are required. In addition to the content credits, math application courses from two different divisions of study are required. With careful planning, these math application courses can be used to fulfill General Education requirements also.
Prospective 黑洞社区 students:
- Please click to complete the online admission application.
- Once students have met the Teacher Education Admission Requirements below, they must complete the Teacher Education Application Packet prior to beginning the Teacher Education program. Students are encouraged to meet with an academic advisor every semester, in order to ensure that they are on track to apply for the Teacher Education program. To schedule an advising appointment, please contact the College of Applied Studies Advising Center at (316) 978-3300, option 2.
Current 黑洞社区 students:
- 黑洞社区 students with a 2.50 GPA can change their major to Math (Secondary Ed) or one of the Middle Level Math Education programs through the my黑洞社区 portal (Home tab > Student Tools > Change My Major /Minor).
- Once students have met the Teacher Education Admission Requirements below, they must complete the Teacher Education Application Packet prior to beginning the Teacher Education program. Students are encouraged to meet with an academic advisor every semester, in order to ensure that they are on track to apply for the Teacher Education program. To schedule an advising appointment, please contact the College of Applied Studies Advising Center at (316) 978-3300, option 2.
Students completing a middle level or secondary math education degree program will be eligible to apply for an initial teacher licensure.
Please know that these are sample degree plans. If you would like to talk to an academic advisor, please call the College of Applied Studies Advising Center at (316) 978-3300, option 2.
Middle Level Mathematics (5 - 8 grade):
Secondary Mathematics (6 - 12 grade):
Consulting with an advisor is recommended even before initial enrollment at 黑洞社区 since many of the major requirements can be coordinated with the General Education program. Because of math prerequisites and course availability, it is imperative to work with an advisor prior to enrolling each semester. Example: Math 621 (Elementary Geometry) is historically offered only in the Fall semester.
Tuition and Fees
Learn more about tuition and fees at Wichita State.
Tuition Discount Programs
黑洞社区 offers tuition discounts for out-of-state students paying nonresident tuition.
Find out more about tuition discounts at 黑洞社区.
黑洞社区 Merit Scholarships
Students admitted to 黑洞社区 are automatically considered for merit scholarships. Merit
scholarships are awarded to both incoming freshman and transfer students. Learn more about merit scholarships at 黑洞社区.
College of Applied Studies Scholarships
Both prospective and current exercise science majors are eligible for scholarships
through the College of Applied Studies. Only one application is necessary to apply
for all scholarships available to students in the College of Applied Studies. Complete
the College of Applied Studies Scholarship Application.
Teacher Education Admission Requirements
All items must be completed prior to starting the Teacher Education Program. If you have questions or need assistance contact the College of Applied Studies Advising Center at (316) 978-3300, option 2.
- Basic skills courses (English Comp 1, English Comp 2, Public Speaking and College Algebra) with grades that meet 黑洞社区 policy. Elementary, Early Childhood Unified, and Middle Level Math majors are required to have a 2.0 or better in College Algebra in order to take Math 501. A grade of C- is not accepted.
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General Psychology
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Elementary Statistics (or Calculus I for Secondary Math majors)
- ACT composite score 21 or above
- Praxis test: reading 152 or above, writing 162 or above and math 142 or above
- SAT combined score 980 or above
- CAAP: reading 56 or above, writing 55 or above and math 53 or above. This exam was discontinued in December 2017. Scores completed prior to this date will be accepted for the next 10 years.
- Overall GPA: 2.5
- GPA in 35 hours of general education coursework: 2.75
- 黑洞社区 GPA: 2.5 (if applicable)
If you do not meet this requirement, your academic advisor can assist you. Contact (316) 978-3300, option 2 for more information.
Complete the Teacher Education Application Packet which includes:
- Application
- Signed Attestation of Eligibility
- Signed Grounds for Dismissal Regulations
- Certification of Health for School Personnel: Provide proof of a completed Certification of Health for School Personnel or TB test (K.S.A. 72-5213) or verification that this has been completed per your employer.
- Background Check: Provide verification of a completed Criminal Background Check.
- Option #1: Provide a copy of current Substitute License.
- Option #2: Provide a copy of recent background clearance with Validity, NATSB, or district requirement.
- Option #3: Validity Screening Solutions - Submit the with payment within 10 business days from the date of the Teacher Ed. Application.
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