A Rewarding Career Teaching Social Studies
If you enjoy working with middle school and high school students and have an interest in history, politics, economics and geography, then an MEd in Secondary Education in Social Studies could lead to a meaningful and rewarding career. Southern New Hampshire University’s master’s in secondary education program has a history of preparing successful social studies teachers.
The master’s in Secondary Education-Social Studies program is offered at the SNHU Manchester, N.H., campus, an easy commute from communities throughout the region. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be eligible for licensure in New Hampshire in Secondary Education / Social Studies (grades five through 12).
The social studies master’s degree program is designed for those with an undergraduate degree in history, social studies, economics, or a related area such as political science who wish to bring their expertise to teaching. Related degrees must have included 10 undergraduate classes in history or social studies. New Hampshire requires that all secondary education candidates complete 30 undergraduate credit hours in specific content areas for certification. A review of your transcript(s) will be conducted and the results reported to you before the end of your first term at SNHU. Based on this review, you may be required to take additional coursework to meet the state's content area requirements. Any missing coursework must be completed prior to student teaching.
Advantages of the Social Studies Master's Degree
at SNHU
- An affordable master’s in secondary education that may be completed in 24 months, with two courses per term.
- Offered by a respected, private, nonprofit university.
- SNHU graduates have a great reputation with New Hampshire schools.
- No GMAT or GRE required for admission.
- Good job outlook for secondary education teachers, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Learn innovative educational practices from accomplished instructors who have spent years in the classroom.
- One-on-one personalized support from an academic advisor.
- Earn New Hampshire endorsement as a secondary social studies teacher.
Education programs are accredited by:
- Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
- New England Association of Schools and Colleges
- New Hampshire Postsecondary Education Commission
- New Hampshire State Department of Education for Teacher Certification