Minnesota State University, Mankato offers a challenging program designed to prepare students for teaching secondary social studies. Many opportunities are given to students to observe and practice social studies teaching in a secondary school setting.

Social Studies, BS

The Social Studies (non-teaching) program is designed for students to study from a wide variety of social science areas. This interdisciplinary approach provides the student an opportunity to create an individualized program.

Social Studies Teaching, BS

Students who graduate with a bachelor in teaching degree (secondary social studies) will be eligible for a Minnesota license to teach social studies in grades 5-12. Consequently, the program prepares students to teach all of the areas of the social studies with a concentration in one discipline.

About Social Studies

The Social Studies program provides students with big ideas to succeed. Learn more about our program.

Advising

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Career Opportunities

Learn more about careers and opportunities applicable to Social Studies program graduates locally and throughout the world. Graduates are prepared to take their big ideas and make a real-world impact.

Real World Experiences

Social Studies students have many opportunities to get practical, hands-on experience preparing for their future careers.

Scholarships and Financial Assistance

A variety of scholarships and financial aid options are available to Social Studies students. View current opportunities.

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