Bachelor of Science in Education

Want to teach special education, math or science? Our B.S. in Education is for you. Our outstanding faculty, classroom observation, and student teaching opportunities help you pass your certification exams. From there, it is on to the classroom!
How to Apply
Hands-On Learning in Local Schools

Begin working with school-age students as early as your first year in the program. It’s one reason our 5-year retention rate for new teachers is among the highest in Texas.
Conveniently Located

Many local school districts offer competitive, starting salaries in North Texas. For example, the starting salary for a new teacher for Arlington ISD is $58,400 for the 2021-2022 school year.
Fully Accredited/Academic Excellence

UTA is nationally accredited by AAQEP. We are the third institution in Texas to achieve this national recognition and the only Carnegie classified R1 Doctoral University in Texas to do so.

Accreditations
TEACH Grants & Scholarships

Help pay for your degree and apply for competitive scholarships and grants, including a TEACH grant of up to $3,772 per academic year for qualified applicants.

TEACH Grants & Scholarships
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Future Students Start Here

Want to be in high demand as a teacher? Our Bachelor of Science in Education offers certification in Grades 4-8 Math or Science, or Early Childhood - Grade 12 Special Education, three of Texas' most high-need areas! Talk to a recruiter or request information about our bachelor's degrees to learn more.

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Watch Our Info Session

Want to be a teacher? Explore undergraduate degree options at the UTA College of Education for students who want become certified to teach. In this information session, recorded Oct. 19, 2021, you'll learn about the different certification options, what public school teachers in our area typically make, how to apply, and more.

Priority Deadlines

Applying after the priority deadline? Admissions applications are welcome at any time. We will process your application as quickly as possible and every attempt will be made to ensure consideration for the desired semester. However, for priority consideration, apply by the priority deadline.

Fall Semester

Apply by February 14

Spring Semester

Apply by October 15

Summer Semester

Apply by April 1

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Class of 2024 | Early Childhood - Grade 6/ESL

Alessandra Cisneros

One thing I believe a prospective Education student needs to know is that you are not alone! If there is something you do not understand, your professors and peers will be there to guide you and help you understand. Our student Education community is close because we are all here for one reason, to become the best future educators!

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Admission, Advising, and Certification

Admissions Advising Educator Certification
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Degree Plan & Experiential Major Maps

Experiential Major Maps are designed to help undergraduate students choose the correct courses needed to complete a degree at UTA as well as highlight important co-curricular activities. These documents integrate career, service and other experiential learning opportunities to help students get connected on campus. Following the map will help you achieve the Maverick Advantage program, which encourages the development of marketable skills through experiential learning opportunities inside and outside the classroom within the five distinguishing activities!

View Your Experiential Major Map How to Read Your Experiential Major Map
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View Catalog: Admissions, Courses, and More

The undergraduate catalog for the College of Education's Department of Curriculum and Instruction has all the information you need to learn more about the program. Use the catalog to view bachelor's degree admission requirements for the college, details about field experiences/clinical teaching opportunities at local schools, required classes, and more.

View Undergraduate Catalog Course Descriptions
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Scholarships, Grants & More

Undergraduate Students

Explore our cost of attendance and your options for paying for your bachelor's degree at the University of Texas at Arlington. Deadlines may apply; applications may be required.

Tuition Estimator Teach Grant (up to $3,772/year) Mav ScholarShop (up to $5,600/year) Transfer Scholarships (up to $5,000 yearly) Distinguished Freshman Award (up to $2,000/year) UTA Merit & Academic Scholarships (up to $130,000 yearly) UTA Employee/Spouse/Dependent Scholarships (Varies) On-Campus Jobs Tuition, Financial Aid, and More UTA Tuition Waivers and Exemptions TeachDFW.org* (External Scholarships for Incoming EPP Candidates Only)

Undergraduate Academic Recruiter

Manuel Alonso

Academic Recruiter

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Email: manuel.alonso@uta.edu

Phone #: 817-272-3124

Office: Trimble Hall 205

Contact an Undergraduate Advisor

Our advisors can help you plan your degree.

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