BS Four-Year Degree Plan

The following is a sample schedule for this major – your actual schedule may vary.

For GEC course options, check the General Education Worksheet. Meet with your advisor and review the class schedule before confirming your schedule.

Missouri State is committed to helping you graduate in four years.

Suggested course sequencing

The following degree plan, last reviewed 04-18-2024, is based on the 2023-24 catalog and Missouri State general education requirements.

First semester (fall)

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Total hours 18

Second semester (spring) - Take an approved entrance exam if needed

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GEC 111 Humanities 3
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GEC 110 Social & Behavioral Sciences 3
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Total hours 16

Third Semester (fall)

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GEC 112 The Arts 3
GEC 115 Cultural Competence 3
Total hours 18

Fourth semester (spring)

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Total hours 16

Fifth semester (fall)

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Total hours 17

Sixth semester (spring)

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GEC 116 Public Issues 3
Total hours 17

Apply for student teaching

Student teaching applications are due:

  • February 1 if you're student teaching in the upcoming fall semester.
  • August 1 if you're student teaching in the following spring semester.

Review the senior checklist.

Seventh semester (fall) - Take the state-required certification assessment

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Total hours 16

Eighth semester (spring) - Student Teaching

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Total hours 12

Total program hours = 130

Check Admission to Teacher Education Requirements for your program.

When requirements are met, the Educator Preparation Provider Committee (EPPC) will evaluate your credentials for admission into the teacher education program. There is no application to be completed.

Must have a 3.0 content (major) GPA and 3.0 Professional Education GPA for certification recommendation.