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Bachelor of Social Studies Composite - Teacher Certification at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

United States of America, Aberdeen

International students can study the Social Studies Composite - Teacher Certification at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley at its main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America. This Bachelor degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 28, 2027.

About Bachelor of Social Studies Composite - Teacher Certification

Program Overview

The Bachelor's degree in Social Studies Composite with Teacher Certification is an interdisciplinary degree covering history, economics, geography, political science, and behavioral sciences. In addition to acquiring knowledge in history, economics, and politics, students complete a series of education courses designed to prepare them to seek certification as secondary teachers with a Social Studies Composite certification. The Education courses provide hands-on experience in public school classrooms and culminate in a semester-long clinical teaching experience.

UTRGV is approved by the State Board of Educator Certification to recommend students who complete all requirements for this degree for teacher certification.

Disciplines

College of Liberal Arts

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Social Studies Composite - Teacher Certification at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Entry Requirements

You have decided to experience your college education in another country and UTRGV is ready to support you on this journey. We'll help make the process here as seamless as possible by guiding you through the application process and helping with academic advisement in your chosen major.

An applicant is considered an international student if the applicant meets the following conditions:

Not a citizen, permanent resident, or have an application on file to become a permanent resident of the United States, and
Will be attending UTRGV on a visa. Most international students attending UTRGV are on an F-1 student visa or a J-1 visa.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 61

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Social Studies Composite - Teacher Certification

Possible Career Options

Social Studies majors can expect a variety of opportunities in the education and government sector.

High School Teacher

Principal

Social Studies Curriculum Specialist

Social Studies Coordinator

Research Writer

Social Studies Content Specialist

Learning Coordinator

Communications Specialist

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Social Studies Composite - Teacher Certification at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Application Fee 50

How to Apply for Bachelor of Social Studies Composite - Teacher Certification at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Fill out the UTRGV international application online at applytexas.org.
Pay a $50 non-refundable application fee through ApplyTexas.
Submit official scores from one of the following English Proficiency Exams unless you qualify for an exemption:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); or
- IELTS; or
- Duolingo English Test
If you attended a foreign high school or college, you must send your transcript to get evaluated by SPANTRAN, Foreign Credentials Service of America (FCSA), or World Education Services (WES). SPANTRAN, FCSA, or WES are the only companies accepted by UTRGV for foreign evaluations.
For First-Year Students: Admissions Essay A or B through ApplyTexas.
For First-Year Students and Transfer students with less than 24 college hours noted on their foreign evaluation: For the 2023-2024 application cycle, UTRGV remains test-optional. If you have taken the ACT or SAT exams and wish to send us your official scores, contact the testing agency. The UTRGV school code for ACT is 6991, and for SAT 6568.

Bachelor of Social Studies Composite - Teacher Certification at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

United States of America, Aberdeen