Bachelor of Middle Grades Education - Language Arts and Science at Appalachian State University

The Middle Grades Education - Language Arts and Science is a Bachelor degree offered by Appalachian State University across its Boone and Hickory campuses in United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 4 years to complete. Students study across its Boone and Hickory campuses while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 21, 2026.

About Bachelor of Middle Grades Education - Language Arts and Science

Young adolescents are a unique age group, in the midst of developing their adult identities. Appalachian State University's Bachelor of Science degree in Middle Grades Education prepares students to teach in sixth through ninth grades and be an advocate for this developmental age group. Middle school teachers often teach in interdisciplinary teams, so Appalachian's program prepares students to work alongside others when planning instruction, developing curriculum, and working with students and their families.

At Appalachian, we require our teacher candidates to pursue two concentrations among language arts, math, science, and social studies. This degree, Middle Grades Education (BS) – Language Arts and Science, is one of six pairing options available to students. Candidates tell us they prefer this approach over having to learn all content areas, a requirement for elementary majors, or having to focus on only one subject, as with secondary education majors.

Disciplines

Education/Teaching

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Middle Grades Education - Language Arts and Science at Appalachian State University

Entry Requirements

A complete online application
A non-refundable application fee of $65 (USD)
Official high school/secondary school transcript
Official test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, SAT* or ACT**)
- If school is in an English-speaking country, we must have SAT or ACT whereas schools in non-English-speaking countries do not need the SAT / ACT
- Applicants who do/did not attend school in an English-speaking country must provide a TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, SAT or ACT score
- Applicants who attend(ed) school in an English-speaking country must submit an SAT or ACT score

Official college transcripts
Additional information if requested, upon submission of your application, by the Office of Admissions (This may include submitting a Criminal Background Check and Conduct Review as required by the UNC System.)
All applicants claiming to be a resident of North Carolina must request a residency determination through the Residency Determination Service (RDS)

*SAT evidence-based reading and writing and math, without the writing.

**ACT composite, without writing.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 78

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Middle Grades Education - Language Arts and Science

Adult Education Teacher
Athletic Coach
Athletic Director
Curriculum Specialist
Guidance Counselor
Instructor, College/University
Media Center Specialist
Middle School Teacher
Missionary Worker
Resource Teacher
School Psychologist
Special Education Teacher
Teacher, Adventure/Outdoor Education
Teacher, Industrial Arts
Training Specialist
Tutor
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Fee Information

Application Fee 65

How to Apply

Complete an application (apply using the Common Application)
Provide your official high school transcript(s)
Provide your official or unofficial college transcript(s) for any completed college coursework*
Submit $65 application fee (or approved fee waiver)
Submit official or self-reported SAT (school code: 5010) or ACT (school code: 3062) scores (or apply with a test waiver)
Complete your FAFSA (application opens Oct. 1; school code: 002906)

Bachelor of Middle Grades Education - Language Arts and Science at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University

United States of America, Boone