Bachelor of Science in Education

Tuition fees for Bachelor of Science in Education are 33,360 USD per year.

The Bachelor of Science in Education program prepares students for teaching careers by meeting Pennsylvania Department of Education requirements and partnering with local school districts. It emphasizes early field experiences starting the first semester and provides access to specialized centers like the RISE Center, MakerSpace, and Assistive Technology Center. Students choose from six distinct concentration areas.

Focus areas include Early Childhood Education (PreK to 4th grade), Special Education (PreK to 12th grade), Secondary Biology (7 to 12th grade), Secondary English (7 to 12th grade), Secondary Social Studies (7 to 12th grade).

The program structure includes RMU Core courses, Education Major courses, and concentration-specific coursework, culminating in professional semesters with pre-student teaching and student teaching clinicals. Total credits vary by concentration, ranging from 121 to 137.

Graduates are prepared for roles as teachers in partnering school districts and communities.

Applicants must submit an official RMU application and official high school transcripts or GED. Preference is given to students with a 3.0 GPA or higher.

On Campus. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 91% of applicants.

Life at Robert Morris centers on a close-knit campus community in Moon Township, Pennsylvania. The 230-acre campus combines a suburban setting with access to Pittsburgh, which is only minutes away. Students can take part in NCAA Division I athletics, join one of 17 club sports, or use the Student Recreation Center, UPMC Events Center, Joe Walton Stadium, and RMU Island Sports Center. The Colonials’ athletics tradition has brought fans together for more than 50 years.

Academic programs span four schools and include degrees, majors, and certificates with a professional focus. Business, nursing, cybersecurity, and engineering are among the university’s highlighted areas of strength. Courses are taught by scholar-experts with real-world experience, while facilities and regional connections support practical learning. The RISE Center provides simulation-based education for health science learners and external professionals, including human, technology-based, and online simulation. Its work covers scenario development, standardized patients, debriefing, and evaluation.

International students apply through pathways based on their study history and intended level. Options include first-time undergraduate study, undergraduate transfer, graduate, and doctoral applications for students enrolling on a student visa. Admissions and Financial Aid offices provide resources for taking the next step and making study more affordable through scholarships and institutional aid. Students interested in community engagement can connect with programs that bring businesses and local nonprofit organizations together through learning, leadership development, and regional service.