As an Oregon State University student, you have a unique opportunity to be part of this exciting program with a proven track record – one that allows you to earn two bachelor’s degrees at the same time.
| “I always thought about teaching, and when I started math tutoring at Corvallis High and saw the kids’ faces light up when they ‘got it’ I knew I wanted to teach.” —Evan Johnson, Computer Engineering and Education |
What Can the Education Double Degree Do for You?
If you are interested in teaching in a K-12 setting and want an early start on your career, the Education Double Degree may be a good entry point.
Statistics show that students with multiple degrees, such as the Education Double Degree, have an edge in the competitive job market.
What is the Education Double Degree?
With the undergraduate Education Double Degree program, you take only 40 additional credit hours in education along with the coursework for a degree in your chosen field.
What Are the Advantages of the Education Double Degree?
- You will graduate with two degrees – one in your chosen field and one in education.
- You are licensed to teach upon graduation.
- You will be part of one of the best Schools of Education in the Northwest. Oregon State University is nationally accredited through NCATE and has been preparing teachers since 1909.
- Teaching is an immensely rewarding career. You will have the opportunity to make a difference in the life of a child every day.
More details
With an Education Double Degree, you will be authorized to teach at one of the following levels: Early Childhood/Elementary (age 3-grade 4); Elementary (grades 3-8); Middle Level (grades 5-9); or High School (grades 9-12).
If you choose to teach at the Middle or High School levels, you’ll need an endorsement in one of these areas:
Business Education, Family and Consumer Sciences Education, French, Biology, German, Chemistry, Spanish , Integrated Science, Physics, Language Arts Education (English), Health Education, Social Studies, Technology Education, Mathematics Education
The Education Double Degree for K-12 is 40 quarter hours: 8 credits of core requirements; 17 credits of teaching methods; and 15 credits of student teaching.
