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Emporia State School of Science + Mathematics

Science Education

Inspire Future Educators with Emporia State University's Science Education Programs

What sets our programs apart

Are you ready to ignite a passion for science in the hearts of the next generation? Science Education at Emporia State University empowers you to become an inspiring and engaging science teacher, preparing students for futures as biologists, chemists, physicists and earth and space scientists.

Generous Scholarships

We invest in your future with $200,000 in scholarships awarded to science education students annually. Our SMaRT Kansas 21 program supports 100% of math and science BSE majors with a scholarship that covers more than half the amount of tuition and fees!

High Demand Career

As The Education Destination, Emporia State University offers you a credential that high school principals across the state instantly recognize and admire. As a science education graduate, you can teach in various science fields for middle and high school. Plus, you can easily add a second science field for versatility.

Exceptional Resources

Our students benefit from an array of resources and facilities for science teacher preparation. The Prophet Aquatic Research and Outreach Center (PAROC) provides hands-on learning opportunities on campus and the Peterson planetarium offers interactive technology to delve into physics, earth science and astronomy.

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In our program, you're not just a face in the crowd. With lower student-to-professor ratios, you’ll enjoy a more personal class experience.

Our Programs

Chemistry Education (Grades 6-12)

Bachelor of Science in Education

Gain a deep working knowledge of chemistry paired with award-winning secondary education courses to teach chemistry at the high school level and beyond.

Biology Education (Teaching)

Bachelor of Science in Education

The secondary education program in The Teachers College works in partnership with the biology department so you will be well-prepared in both biology and teacher education.

Physics Education (Grades 6-12)

Bachelor of Science in Education

Our program is built on a rich heritage of nationally recognized teacher education to prepare chemistry, earth-space science and physics teachers for the 21st century. Our program equips teacher candidates for grades 6-12 to be competitive and marketable to work nationwide and enable them to get a job before they graduate.

Earth & Space Science Education (Grades 6-12)

Bachelor of Science in Education

Gain a deep understanding of Earth-Space Science paired with ESU’s renowned secondary education program and become a secondary education teacher.

Science Education (Grades 5-8)

Bachelor of Science in Education

Our program is built on a rich heritage of nationally recognized teacher education to prepare chemistry, earth-space science and physics teachers for the 21st century. Our program offers students a quality preparation in science content, research-based best practices, and effective instructional strategies. Students will be ready to embrace the next generation science standards (NGSS) through clinical teaching and community service.
Student in Biochemistry class

Empower the future with Emporia State University's Science Education program. Join us to light the path to scientific discovery for generations to come.

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