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.
We recommend that you take 15 to 17 hours per semester in consultation with your assigned academic advisor.
The following degree plan, last reviewed 05/14/2026, is based on the 2026-27 catalog and Missouri State general education requirements.
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| Total hours | 15 |
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| GEC 110 Social & Behavioral Sciences | 3 |
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| PHY 101 Physics by Inquiry for Educators or CHM 116 & CHM 117 Fundamentals of Chemistry & Laboratory | 4-5 |
| GEC 111 Humanities | 3 |
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| Total hours | 16-19 |
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| GEC 115 Cultural Competence | 3 |
| GEC 112 The Arts | 3 |
| Total hours | 15 |
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| Total hours | 15-17 |
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| GEC 116 Public Issues | 3 |
| Total hours | 18 |
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| Total hours | 15 |
Student teaching applications are due:
Review the senior checklist.
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| ELE 500 Current Issues & Applications in Elementary Education | 4 |
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| Total hours | 13 |
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| ELE 496 Supervised Teaching (Elementary) | 6 |
| Total hours | 12 |
Total program hours = 119-124
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 Professional Education GPA for certification recommendation.