Bachelor of Arts in Middle School Education

The BA in Middle School Education prepares teacher candidates to address the learning and social-emotional needs of children in middle school classrooms grades 5-8. This intensive, field-based program prepares candidates to work democratically with diverse children and families, including those with special needs and second language backgrounds. Job-embedded learning. Our program makes it easy for full-time subs, tutors and teaching assistants to fulfill required field experiences and earn a teaching license. Individualized support. From the moment of admission, each student receives a mentor who provides high-quality instructional coaching. Our unique relationships with Chicago Public Schools and suburban school districts provide substantial support for earning a teaching license.

A freshman applicant is defined as an individual who has completed or will complete a high school degree or its equivalent and has fewer than 12 transferrable college credit hours. The admission requirements for freshman applicants are as follows: Roosevelt requires applicants to attain a cumulative unweighted high school GPA of 2.0 for at least 3 years of study. Self-reported information is accepted for most programs but an official transcript will be required if you are admitted to Roosevelt University. If you took dual enrollment classes at your local community college as part of your high school diploma, you will need to submit transcripts from your community college in addition to your high school transcripts. Roosevelt is test-optional. If you have taken the ACT or SAT we encourage you to send your scores, though these are not required for admission.