Type of Degree

B.S.Ed.

School or College

College of Education and Social Services

Area of Study

Education and community

Program Format

On-campus, Full-time

Credit hours to graduate

120 credits

Immerse yourself in the excitement and wonder of the middle school teaching profession.

Program Overview

Teach for Change: Be the middle grades teacher you wish you had.

If you’ve spent time with kids this age, you know that they are energetic, curious and funny. Our award-winning program prepares you to create engaging curriculum and learning environments that are responsive to the needs of young adolescents.

Student teacher works with middle schooler during internship placement at Winooski Middle School.

Our Unique Approach

  • Experiential learning in middle school classrooms beginning in your first year
  • Place-based, problem-based, and project-based learning
  • Social justice and sustainability education to engage young adolescents in democratic citizenship
  • Best practices addressing the nature and needs of young adolescents
  • Interdisciplinary teaching approaches that promote student voice in their learning
  • Personalized, proficiency-based curriculum designed to support your learning and growth

Success Spotlight

Alden Ducharme in front of Winooski Middle School

"I was very thankful to be placed in a culturally diverse school where I have potential for growth. It is very challenging work, but the education program here made me feel prepared going in, and they always fully supported me throughout my student teaching placements." – Alden Ducharme '22

Commitment to Your Success

Enjoy ongoing support and mentoring from your advisor and our award-winning faculty. Develop enduring connections with classmates, faculty, and mentor teachers in the field. Connect with our vibrant local and national middle level community through the Middle Grades Collaborative and the Association for Middle Level Education (AMLE) regional and national conferences.

Meet Our Faculty

Our student services team will also be available to provide holistic advising and support throughout your journey with us. Your success is our top priority.

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Dual Licensure, Minors and Certificate Pathways

Research Opportunities

Our nationally recognized faculty engage in research on evidence-informed practices that informs our innovative curriculum and teaching methods. Some students get involved with faculty-led research, while others pursue independent study projects. 

Explore the World

Students standing together in front of a lake and majestic mountains in New Zealand.

Engage, learn and share with other cultures through study abroad opportunities in Costa Rica, France, New Zealand, Portugal (Azores Islands), and other countries around the world. UVM's Office of International Education provides a full range of resources and support to help guide you.

National Accreditation and Teaching Licensure

Our graduates find career success in Vermont and around the country. UVM's nationally accredited teacher education programs lead to an endorsement for Vermont licensure that can be used to acquire a license in all states, though the pathway may differ based on the state where you are seeking licensure.

Student teacher in Burlington school classroom leading a project with students.

Funding Your Degree

Explore generous financial assistance opportunities: UVM Financial Aid and Scholarships

Accelerated Master's Degree Pathways (AMPs)

Save time and money on the way to an advanced degree and higher earning potential when you enter the field. Explore Accelerated Master's Degree Pathways to earn both your bachelor's and master's degrees in just five years.

Admissions

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Contact Us

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Degree Requirements

Success After Graduation

  • 98% of graduates in the College of Education and Social Services were employed or continuing their education 6 months after graduating
  • 94.5% of grads were satisfied or very satisfied with their full-time position.
  • 98.5% of grads said their field of employment is somewhat or closely related to their career goals.