A major in science teaching at USI will prepare you for a rewarding career as a high school science teacher. Science teaching may appeal to you if you’re majoring in a natural or physical science, as well as if you’re a professional who decided to switch careers later in life. At USI, you will be provided with teaching strategies that include hands-on experiments, field trips and other non-conventional approaches that encourage students to explore the natural and physical world.
The Science Teaching major at USI is designed to meet the Indiana requirements for teaching licensure in one of the following areas: biology (life sciences), earth and space sciences, chemistry, physics, and physical sciences. In addition to completing the science teaching major requirements, you must complete the secondary education minor to secure a teaching license.
Major credit requirement hours can range from 44 to 66 hours depending on the science content area you choose (Chemistry, Earth/Space Science, Life Sciences, Physical Science, or Physics).
To apply to the University of Southern Indiana (USI) for undergraduate enrollment:
Once USI has processed your application, transcript(s) and scores (if needed), a decision will be made by Undergraduate Admissions and you will receive a notification.
Upon acceptance to USI, you'll receive detailed information about next steps, including orientation, registration and housing.
Teaching science can be a rewarding career if you have an aptitude and passion for the subject. Demand for teachers within the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) fields is consistently high across the United States, compared to other subjects. As an effective teacher, you’ll not only inspire students to answer questions, but also encourage your students to seek out the answers for themselves.
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The University of Southern Indiana is committed to making college accessible to those wishing to further their education by providing numerous scholarships, grants, and financial aid options to assist students in managing tuition expenses.
The University of Southern Indiana offers programs that lead to educator licensure in 20 areas. The cluster of all educator licensure programs is referred to as the Educator Preparation Provider (EPP) and is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation.
The Dean of the Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education has primary responsibility for the EPP and oversees functions that cut across 10 departments and two colleges, with the Teacher Education Department as the hub. Click here to learn more.
Requirements for licensure and certification vary by profession and by state. USI has reviewed the educational requirements for each state and licensing agency to determine if the academic program here at USI meets the educational requirements to be eligible for licensure/certification in each state or not. Please note that some states may have additional requirements for licensure, such as residency requirements, additional non-academic certifications, etc. that USI cannot determine. We encourage you to check with your state's licensing agency for all requirements needed to obtain licensure.
