Concordia University Wisconsin Bachelor of Arts in Secondary English and Language Arts Education
Concordia University Wisconsin

Concordia University Wisconsin

Bachelor of Arts in Secondary English and Language Arts Education

Jackson, USA

BA

4 years

English

Full time

Jan 2027

USD 750 / per semester

On-Campus

Key Summary

About: The Bachelor of Arts in Secondary English and Language Arts Education at Concordia University Wisconsin, Mequon, develops skills in language and literature to prepare you to teach grades 4–12. You'll study grammar, literature, communication, analytical and creative writing, and assessment, and learn cross-cultural, inclusive teaching methods. Faculty are current and former educators; small class sizes provide personalized learning. Expect off-campus field experiences, student teaching in final semester, and an option to earn a Lutheran Teacher Diploma.

Career Outcomes: You'll be prepared for roles such as English teacher (grades 4–12), language arts teacher, literacy coach, instructional coordinator, tutor, materials writer.

Develop students' skills and appreciation for language and literature as an ELA teacher.

You can be an English teacher

Pass on your strong understanding of reading and writing to 4th-12th grade students. Empower students with essential comprehension and analysis tools to utilize in ELA courses and other school subjects. Learn to introduce different teaching practices to meet the needs of a cross-cultural classroom.

This ELA teacher degree will advance your knowledge and skills within grammar, literature, and communication to serve as an expert resource to your students. Dive into analytical and creative writing to enhance your own abilities and to understand how to effectively assess and provide feedback to students. Learn to utilize traditional and innovative practices to create inclusive learning spaces for every student.

What to Expect

  • Professors are current and former educators
  • Low student-to-faculty ratio for more personalized learning
  • Participate in off-campus field experiences in local schools
  • Student teaching is completed in your final semester
  • Option to earn a Lutheran Teacher Diploma to teach in Lutheran schools