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Biology for Teacher Licensure

Prepare to teach biology in grades 9-12 through advanced science study, teaching methods and extensive classroom experience. The program leads toward Illinois teacher licensure in secondary science.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Science with Teacher Licensure
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
131 Total, 104 in Major
Careers
Postsecondary, Teachers
Biology for Teacher Licensure students at EIU

Why Study Biology for Teacher Licensure at EIU?

  • Learn through hands-on, project-based coursework
  • Work closely with faculty in small class settings
  • Prepare for a wide range of careers across almost every industry
"From the moment I stepped onto campus, every professor, staff member, and student I encountered treated me with such genuine warmth and respect, as if I were already a valued member of their community. Despite not having officially joined the EIU family, I immediately felt a deep sense of belonging. The atmosphere was one of comfort and inclusivity, where everyone seemed genuinely invested in my success and well-being."
Abbey McCord
Biology for Teacher Licensure | Class of 2025
Abbey McCord, Biology for Teacher Licensure at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Project-based coursework
  • Collaborative learning experiences
  • Opportunities for internships and applied work
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Hands-On Experience, Biology for Teacher Licensure students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The B.S. in Biology for Teacher Licensure combines a strong foundation in the biological sciences with professional preparation for secondary classrooms. It is a fit if you love biology and want to inspire the next generation of scientists in grades 9-12. You will study ecology, genetics, cell biology, evolution and physiology while learning how to plan instruction, assess learning and support students with different needs.

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$43,190
Median Salary for These CareersMedian salaryThe median is the middle value: half of the people counted earn more and half earn less. It is an estimate for a typical graduate, not a promise of what you will earn. Pay varies by employer, location, experience and the specific job.

Career OutcomesCareer outcomesThese are example careers that graduates of this program often pursue, taken from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET occupation list. They are examples, not job guarantees, and many graduates work in other fields.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

  • Education Teachers, Postsecondary
  • Secondary School Teachers
  • Agricultural Sciences Teachers,…
  • Biological Science Teachers,…
  • Forestry & Conservation Science…
  • Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, & Space…
  • Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary
  • Environmental Science Teachers,…
  • Physics Teachers, Postsecondary
  • Middle School Teachers

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Bright OutlookBright Outlook careers are ones with a promising future. They're expected to grow quickly, to have lots of job openings, or to be brand new and emerging. A career earns the label if it meets any one of these: projected growth of 5% or more, at least 75,000 projected openings, or New & Emerging status.
Grow Rapidly: Jobs in this career are expected to grow 5% or more over the next several years, based on Bureau of Labor Statistics projections.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Grow Rapidly
Preparation Needed Extensive (5/5)Job Zone 5: Extensive preparationMost of these careers require graduate school, and many also call for more than five years of experience.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Personality Fit SocialSocial interest typeYou like helping people. This work centers on supporting others by helping, teaching, advising or serving them.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

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Katherine Lewandowski
Professor, Geology | Science Teacher Licensure Certification Coordinator
kjlewandowski@eiu.edu
3020 Physical Science
217-581-7270
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Elliott Zieman
Chair and Associate Professor
eazieman@eiu.edu
2070
217-581-1976
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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