Middle Level Education
This program is designed for undergraduate students at the University of South Carolina
who are interested in a career as a teacher in grades 5 through 8. Beyond the major,
students must choose two different content areas of specialization, each including
18-21 hours of studies. Specialized content areas are English, Social Studies, Mathematics,
and Science. Students specializing in English and Social Studies will pursue a Bachelor
of Arts degree. Students specializing in Mathematics and Science will pursue a Bachelor
of Science degree. Students specializing in English/Math, English/Science, Social
Studies/Math or Social Studies/science may elect to pursue either a BA or a BS. Students
who successfully complete all degree and certification requirements and have a positive
recommendation from the faculty will be recommended for SC teacher certification in
Middle Level Education.
Marissa Rittermeyer is the First-Year Academic Advisor and Lauren Sanborn is the Academic
Advisor for this program.