Middle Grades Education B.S.

Pursue an extensive, field-based middle grades education

A bachelor’s degree in Middle Grades Education prepares graduates to teach in grades 4th – 8th. At Georgia College & State University candidates are well rounded through a balanced curriculum delivered through a mentor-led, field-based cohort model.

Degree Requirements 

• Receive 4^th – 8^th grade teaching certificate (T-4) upon graduation.
• Join a mentor-led, field-based cohort program. With small cohort sizes and professors who also serve as advisors, field supervisors, and mentors, you will receive a personalized education that meets your needs.
• Work alongside our makerspace - a high-tech collaborative work space with drones, 3-D printers, assistive technologies, Glowforge, embroidery machine, and more.
• Network with a student led professional organization (Collegiate Middle Level Association) which provides numerous opportunities for leadership, professional development and professional relationships.
• Many of our teacher candidates receive teaching offers before they graduate. We also have a Middle Grades Education M.Ed. available for students who want to continue their education.

The College of Education was nationally accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) in May 2022. Accreditation is a nongovernmental activity based on peer review that serves the dual functions of assuring quality and promoting continuous improvement.  

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