Middle Level Teaching and Learning at NIU
Bachelor of Science in Education
Help middle schoolers learn and thrive.
Students in fifth through eighth grades face a complex social environment and increasingly challenging schoolwork. By studying middle level teaching and learning, you'll learn how to help them thrive during this impressionable time. You'll discover diverse educational approaches as you focus on a major and minor content area.
Sarah Nash was an engineering major when she discovered her desire to teach: "My major now is middle level teaching and learning with a math major content and a science minor content. I still love math and science."
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Did You Know?
You’ll have several field experiences before student teaching, ensuring you feel comfortable interacting with various student groups.
What Can I Do With a Middle Level Teaching and Learning Degree From NIU?
You’ll be prepared to teach two content areas to fifth through eighth grade students.
The College of Education holds a job fair just for future educators to help you make important connections before you graduate, helping set you up for success.
Top job titles:
- English Language Arts teacher
- Math teacher
- Science teacher
- Social Studies teacher
Career Potential for NIU Middle Level Teaching and Learning Majors
Median annual wage:
$64,290
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and O-Net Online, 2024
Top skills include:
- Active listening
- Instructing
- Learning strategies
- Reading comprehension
- Social perceptiveness
Top work activities include:
- Coach and develop others
- Establish and maintain relationships
- Communicate with peers and others
- Develop objectives and strategies
- Organize and plan work
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and O-Net Online, 2024
What to Expect as a Middle Level Teaching and Learning Major at NIU
Our accomplished faculty will guide you as you choose a major and minor area to focus on (language arts, math, science and more). You'll have many opportunities to get involved on campus. You can even live with other future educators in our Teacher Education and Certification House (TEACH House).
How We’ll Help You Succeed
Apply for free and we’ll automatically consider you for a renewable merit scholarship.
Pursue your bachelor's degree at an exceptional value with our affordable tuition and fees.
Get access to career support resources like assessments, leadership courses and resume/cover letter support.
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First-year Students
(Freshman)
High School GPA
3.0 or higher?
You're guaranteed general NIU admission.
ACT/SAT SCORES
We think your high school GPA is a better predictor of your success.
Transfer Students
ALL COLLEGES GPA
2.0 or higher?
You're guaranteed general NIU admission.
ALL COLLEGES GPA
3.0 or higher?
You're guaranteed a
renewable merit scholarship.