BS in Biology and MEd in Secondary Education

Numerous job opportunities are available for students interested in becoming secondary science teachers. In Illinois there is a critical need for science teachers in grades 6 12. This dual-degree program takes five years to complete. Students in the program earn B.S. and M.Ed. degrees along with state certification for middle- and high-school grades. This dual-degree option is an appealing option with greater opportunities for advancement and a higher salary base for successful graduates.