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Choose a major
Since 1905, education professionals have chosen Missouri State. Which degree program
will you choose?
- Early childhood education - Be a positive influence. Guide learning right from infancy, as the smallest students discover the world and develop milestones.
- Elementary education - Inspire young students. Learn to teach effectively in diverse elementary school settings.
- Family and consumer sciences - Impart life skills. Help teens tackle adult challenges, such as budgeting, nutrition, relationships, wellness and more.
- Middle school education - Invest in middle school youth. Prepare to lead 5-9 grade students to success in the classroom.
- Business education - Teach business classes. Spark innovation when you introduce high school students to the exciting world of business.
- Special education/Cross-categorical - Focus on special needs. Design and implement curriculum to help students with special needs or disabilities thrive.

Interested in a different path?
The College of Education partners with departments across the university to prepare
you to teach as a subject matter expert. Some programs identified as high need may
even be eligible for additional financial aid.

Why Missouri State for education?
You’ll earn your degree at an affordable price and be ready to shine in your career.
Teacher pipeline
#1
No school in the state produces more teachers each year than Missouri State. One in
8 Missouri teachers graduated from MSU.
Putting a Bear in Every Building
Average annual tuition (undergrad)
$8,200
MSU’s total costs are lower than most other universities in the state and the nation.
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Scholarships and financial aid
#150m
Bears access more than $150 million in financial aid each year.
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Impact that employers recognize
Alumna Courtney Baker named Teacher of the Year
Baker first attended Missouri State to pursue a bachelor’s degree in early childhood
education before returning years later to complete her master’s degree in early childhood
and family development. She reflects on her time at MSU and shares advice for future
educators.

Inspire young minds