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Earth Science for Teacher Licensure

Prepare to teach earth and space science in grades 9-12. Study geology, weather, climate, oceans and astronomy while gaining the classroom experience required for Illinois teacher licensure.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Science with Teacher Licensure
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
131 Total, 101 in Major
Careers
Marine,, Postsecondary, Teachers
Earth Science for Teacher Licensure students at EIU

Why Study Earth Science 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
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"I didn't expect to get real experience this early, but by my sophomore year I was already working on projects that felt like actual marketing work. It made me feel confident that I'm ready for what comes next."
Alex Wilcoxon
Marketing | Junior
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Hands-On Experience

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

What You'll Learn

The B.S. in Earth Science for Teacher Licensure combines broad preparation in the earth and space sciences with professional education coursework. It is a fit if you are curious about the planet and sky and want to teach earth and space science to students in grades 9-12.

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$54,548
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

  • Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, & Space…
  • Education Teachers, Postsecondary
  • Middle School Teachers
  • Secondary School Teachers

Career Insights

Job Outlook Average Outlook Average OutlookO*NET doesn't currently flag any of the careers linked to this program as Bright Outlook. That doesn't mean jobs aren't out there. It just means these careers aren't expected to grow quickly, don't have 75,000 or more projected openings, and aren't new and emerging.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
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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James Riley
Department Chair & Associate Professor
jdriley@eiu.edu
3007
217-581-2626
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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