An English teaching degree from the University of Nebraska at Kearney is designed for those who love reading, thinking, and writing to such a degree that they envision helping others come to love those things as well.
In the English department, you will examine the deepest roots of language and note its features, characteristics, and changes throughout time. You will study the context and content of written and oral works such as pieces of prose and poetry, commentaries and speeches, and plays and films. In the Teacher Education program, you'll receive instruction from dedicated faculty who will guide you through early field experiences and student teaching, ensuring you're fully equipped to be a world-class educator.
UNK's College of Education has cultivated a reputation for educating Nebraska's best teachers for more than a century.
All students intent on teaching must be admitted into the Teacher Education Program.
To do so, students must fulfill the following requirements:
Earn your English M.A. alongside your Bachelor's, completing the program in just 5 years with the Accelerated 4+1 program. Learn more about accelerated programs at UNK.
Credit Hours
General Studies requirement has been reduced to 30 credit hrs allowing more freedom and making it easier to transfer to UNK.
Degree Received
English 7-12 Teaching Subject Endorsement, Bachelor of Arts in Education
Per Credit Hour
With the New Nebraskan Scholarship all undergraduate students pay in-state tuition
The 4-year class schedule below is a sample timeline for progress toward an English 7-12 Teaching Subject Endorsement degree at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. For more information about requirements and course options, consult with your academic advisor.
“I had always wanted to become a teacher, and my other love was reading - so voilá! - English teacher created. I completed my student teaching semester at Kearney High School and Bryant Elementary in Kearney. It was by far the most important experience I had during my college years. Nothing prepares you to become a teacher like actually getting in there and teaching. Honestly, I wish student teaching was an entire year because there is so much to learn in just eight weeks.”
Kearney High School, Kearney, NE
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