Education Programs for Undergraduates
Dominican University offers several undergraduate programs in education. No matter which program you choose, you'll participate in meaningful field experiences in urban and multicultural settings and work with faculty mentors who are invested in your success. At Dominican, you'll experience the dynamic life of a thriving campus and meet students like yourself who are committed to the enduring values of scholarship, leadership and service.
Undergraduate education students can choose from a variety of academic concentrations, and can minor or major in another academic field while obtaining a professional teaching license. In addition, undergraduates can pursue a combined bachelor's and master's degree.
Undergraduate School of Education BA Programs
- Educational Studies BA
- Elementary Education BA
- K-12 Education and Graphic Design/Art
- K-12 Education and Italian Studies
- K-12 Education and Spanish Language and Transcultural Studies
- Secondary Education and Biology
- Secondary Education and Chemistry
- Secondary Education and English
- Secondary Education and History
- Secondary Education and Mathematics
- Special Education BA
- Special Education BA/MS or BS/MS with Licensure
Students can declare one of the following School of Education minor and endorsement programs:
- Education Minor
- Early Childhood Education Endorsement
- Language Teaching and Learning with ESL Endorsement
- Language Teaching and Learning with ESL and Bilingual Endorsement
- Mathematics Education Minor and Endorsement
- Special Education with LBS1 Endorsement
- Special Education without LBS1 Endorsement
For a more complete description of the undergraduate program and course of study, please see the Dominican University Bulletin.
All undergraduate programs at Dominican meet the licensure requirements of the Illinois State Board of Education. Candidates who plan to teach in other states should consult the licensure requirements for those states and should elect courses within their undergraduate program that meet the special requirements of those states.
Make an Impact as a STEM Educator
Over the next five years, the U.S. Department of Education projects that school enrollment will grow by 5.2%. This trend will substantially increase the nationwide demand for qualified teachers, most significantly in the STEM fields. This teacher shortage most affects marginalized and at-risk students in the Chicago area and across the country. Prepare to become the extraordinary math or science teacher every high school student deserves. Dominican University offers pathways to secondary education licensure in the following STEM disciplines:
Applying to Teacher Education
Upon admission to the university, the first step for moving forward in the teacher education program is submission of a completed teacher education program application. To learn more, visit Applying to Teacher Education.