Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education, Concentration in Secondary Education Studies (Non-Licensure)

Foundation Requirements:

• Written Communication (3)
• Oral Communication (3)
• Quantitative Reasoning (3)
• Information Technology and Computing (3)

Exploration Requirements:

• Arts (3)
• Global Contexts (3)
• Literature (3)
• Natural Science (7)
• Social and Behavioral Sciences (3)
• Global History (3)

Integration Requirement:

• Written Communication (3)
  • ENGH 302: Advanced Composition (3 credits) (Mason Core)
• Writing Intensive (fulfilled by major requirements)
• Synthesis/Capstone (fulfilled by major requirements)

• EDRD 419: Literacy Across the Disciplines (3 credits)
• SEED 407: Assessing Learning and Teaching in the Secondary Classroom (3 credits)
• SEED 408: Creating Advocacy with Adolescent Learners (3 credits)
• SEED 409: Perspectives on Extraordinary Teaching (3 credits)
• SEED 422: Foundations of Secondary Education (3 credits)
• SEED 440: Human Development, Learning, and Teaching (3 credits)
• SEED 477: Studying Teacher Impact on Student Learning (3 credits)
• SEED 478: Implementing Teacher Impact on Student Learning (3 credits)

• INTS 420: College to Career Skills (1 credit)
• INTS 490: Internship (1 credit)

Select 6 credits from the following: (6 credits)

• SEED 367: Teaching History and Social Science in the Secondary School (3 credits)
• SEED 372: Teaching Mathematics in the Secondary School (3 credits)
• SEED 466: Teaching Computer Science in Secondary School (3 credits)
• SEED 467: Advanced Methods of Teaching History and Social Science in the Secondary School (3 credits)
• SEED 469: Teaching English in Secondary School (3 credits)
• SEED 472: Advanced Methods for Teaching Mathematics in the Secondary School (3 credits)
• SEED 473: Teaching Science in the Secondary School (3 credits)
• SEED 476: Advanced Methods of Teaching Computer Science in the Secondary School (3 credits)
• SEED 479: Advanced Methods of Teaching English in the Secondary School (3 credits)
• SEED 483: Advanced Methods of Teaching Science in Secondary School (3 credits)

Educational Electives (25-26 credits)
Select 25-26 credits from the following or other education-related classes approved by advisor:

• EDAT 421: Augmentative Communication (3 credits)
• EDAT 422: Assistive Technology for Individuals with Sensory Impairments (3 credits)
• EDAT 423: Accessibility and Input Modifications (3 credits)
• EDEP 110: Academic Success Through Self-Regulated Learning (3 credits)
• EDEP 310: Teaching Students How to Learn (3 credits)
• EDEP 350: Perspectives on Achievement Motivation (3 credits)
• EDSE 201: Introduction to Special Education (3 credits)
• EDSE 203: Disability in American Culture (3 credits)
• EDSE 204: Disability in Global Contexts (3 credits)
• EDSE 230: Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders (3 credits)
• EDSE 241: Characteristics of Students with Disabilities who Access the General Curriculum (3 credits)
• EDSE 311: Characteristics of Students with Blindness and Visual Impairments (3 credits)
• EDSE 341: Language Acquisition and Reading and Writing Development (3 credits)
• EDSE 352: Assessment (3 credits)
• EDSE 353: Individualized Behavior Supports (3 credits)
• EDSE 354: Consultation, Collaboration, and IEP Development (3 credits)
• EDSE 361: Characteristics of Students with Severe Disabilities (3 credits)
• EDSE 362: Communication and Severe Disabilities (3 credits)
• EDSE 412: Braille Code (3 credits)
• EDSE 413: Medical and Educational Implications of Blindness and Visual Impairments (3 credits)
• EDSE 414: Orientation and Mobility for Students with Blindness and Visual Impairments (2 credits)
• EDSE 417: Teaching Methods for Students with Blindness and Visual Impairments (3 credits)
• EDSE 418: Curriculum and Assessment of Students with Blindness and Visual Impairments (3 credits)
• EDSE 452: Intersectionality and Disability (3 credits)
• EDSE 469: Individualized Supports and Specialized Care of Students with Severe Disabilities (3 credits)
• HEAL 110: Personal Health (3 credits)
• HEAL 200: School and Community Safety (1 credit)
• HEAL 250: Introduction to School Health (3 credits)
• INTS 322: Teacher: A Historical Perspective (3 credits)
• INTS 436: Social Justice Education (4 credits)
• KINE 260: Behavior Modification for Physical Activity (3 credits)
• KINE 310: Exercise Physiology I (3 credits)
• PHED 202: Teaching Skillful Movement (3 credits)
• PHED 273: Net and Target Games (3 credits)
• PHED 274: Dance and Educational Gymnastics (3 credits)
• PHED 275: Field and Invasion Games (3 credits)
• PHED 330: Health and Physical Activity for Classroom Teachers (3 credits)
• SEED 370: Young Adult Literature in Multicultural Settings (3 credits)
• SEED 405: Teaching and Learning Difficult Histories (3 credits)
• SEED 410: Secondary Education in International Contexts (3 credits)

Note: Students are encouraged to pursue a minor to partially fulfill elective requirements

Choose 2-23 credits from the university catalog to satisfy the degree/program requirement of 120 credits.

Total credits: 120

Freshman

• Non-Binding Early Action Deadline: November 1
• Regular Decision Deadline: January 15

Transfer

• Fall Priority Deadline: March 1
• Spring Priority Deadline: October 1

For more information and to apply, visit the admissions website.

Prospective George Mason students can visit the How to Apply page for more information about submitting an application.

Learn about submission deadlines and admissions requirements using the links below:

• Information for freshmen students
• Information for transfer students
• General admissions website

Please Note: Refer to the Students Accounts Office website for more information on tuition and fees. Various course and lab fees may be assessed depending on the course(s) in which the student is enrolled.

*Mandatory Student Fee (MSF): $163.50

For information on loans and scholarships, visit the Office of Student Financial Aid. For information regarding grants, tuition waivers, and other merit aid, please inquire with your graduate department. Also, many school districts offer tuition reimbursement options. Speak to your employer for more information.

The secondary education (SEED) program includes multiple members of our advising team, including the SEED Academic Advisor and a subject area advisor for subject area track (English, history/social science, biology, chemistry, Earth science, and computer science). You should meet with the academic advisor and your subject area advisor at least once per semester to ensure that you are on track to complete your program successfully. Your advisors can do more than simply help you understand your program requirements; they can connect you to university resources that can aid in your success and can help you find ways to become engaged in learning outside of the classroom.

Secondary Education (SEED) Academic Advisor
Keyana Pugh
Thompson Hall, Suite 1400/1800

Secondary Education (SEED) Subject Area Advisors
English: Dr. Kristien Zenkov
History/Social Science: Lynda Herrera
Science (Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics): Dr. Erin Peters-Burton
Math: Dr. Theresa Wills
Computer Science: Lynda Herrera

Links and Resources from the Office of Teacher Preparation:

• Field placement information and application
• Internship/Student teaching application and resources
• Content Area Review – how to start the CAR process and add updates to your CAR
• CPR/AED/First Aid - resources
• Licensure application and information