You can inspire students to think critically about current events and better comprehend the world around them.
We teach future social studies teachers to think about facts, such as historical dates, events, names, and places, as if they are building blocks. As a social studies teacher, you can help students use these blocks to put current events into context and build a broader understanding.
It is important to give students intentional exposure to cultures they see through globalization in the world today. The framework for teaching social studies, developed by faculty in our program, reflects this.
Why Choose UK Secondary Social Studies Education?
Please note: The program leads to a bachelor's degree, but you also need to complete our Master's with Initial Certification (MIC) program to become certified in the state of Kentucky.
The University of Kentucky College of Education has given me the confidence to make a difference in the lives of my future students. I will be a more understanding and influential teacher, because of my time here at UK.
Secondary Social Studies Graduate
To recieve the B.A. degree in Secondary Social Studies Education, studets must: (1) complete the UK Core requirements; (2) complete the graduation compomposition and communication requirement program related studies courses; (3) complete program related studies; (4) complete major courses, and (5) complete minor courses.
In addition to automatic and competitive scholarships from the University of Kentucky, our students are also eligible for a variety of scholarship awards from the College of Education.
For incoming freshmen the scholarship application deadline is February 1.
For transfer and current students the scholarship application deadline is April 1.
Students can find many opportunities to join organizations. Learn more about student organizations in our college.
High school teachers teach academic lessons and various skills that students will need to attend college and to enter the job market.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics | Click the link for more info.
Median Salary
$65,220
per year in 2023
Number of Jobs
1.07m
in 2023
10 Year Job Outlook
11,100
new jobs (average)
High school teachers work in schools. They work during school hours but may also work evenings and weekends to prepare lessons and grade papers. Most do not teach during the summer.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
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