Program Highlights
BECOME A CHEMISTRY TEACHER
Be prepared to earn your New York State teaching certification for grades 7-12.
EXTEND YOUR CAREER
Earn your certification for grades 5-6 as well as students with disabilities. Easily earn your master’s degree in our 4+1 program.
RESEARCH IN CUTTING-EDGE LABS
Get hands-on lab experience in a state-of-the-art chemistry laboratory.
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Few scientists acquainted with the chemistry of biological systems at the molecular level can avoid being inspired.
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Total Program
Sticker Price:
$52,127
Last year
100%
of full-time freshmen students who applied
for a scholarship received one
$25,324
average grants & scholarships package
for incoming freshman students last year
Roberts' Strategic Pillars
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You’ll be spiritually prepared for engagement in a diverse world.
Whatever your interests and circumstances, you’ll be equipped for your one-of-a-kind vocation.
You’ll be ready to lead, making meaningful contributions in your profession.
Empowered to act in local and practical ways, you’ll make a difference in the communities where you live and work.
Interested in seeing what courses you can take? Check out our course catalog!
What Will I Learn?
You’ll learn how to be your students’ favorite chemistry teacher. Master the study of chemistry then learn how to share your love with your classroom. Utilize demonstrations and hands-on experiences to bring chemistry to life.
You’ll be mentored by an advisor in the Chemistry department as well as another advisor from the Teacher Education department.
You will study:
Career Outlook
Here are just a few successes our graduates have achieved:
Student Teaching Placements
Roberts’ Graduate Teacher Education Professional Programs
Chemistry is the study of matter – including how compounds and elements are structured and how they interact with each other.
An Adolescence Education in Chemistry degree from Roberts will consist of both courses in chemistry (such as Principles of Chemistry and Organic Chemistry) and in education (such as Specialized Teaching Methods and Foundations of Lesson Planning).
What qualifications do you need to be a chemistry teacher?
Chemistry teachers need at least a bachelor’s degree. The type of degree they get is flexible – whether it be in elementary education, chemistry, or a mix of the disciplines, like the Adolescence Education in Chemistry degree one can get at Roberts. After that, you’ll go on to pursue the necessary certification for the state/area you’d like to teach in.
Many teachers do go on to obtain a master’s or even doctorate, as well. Some states (New York, Maryland, and Connecticut) require teachers to obtain their master’s degree in teaching or education in a certain amount of time to maintain their teaching certification. Along with that, many districts pay teachers who obtain their master’s degrees more than those who don’t.
How much do chemistry teachers make?
According to the US Bureau of Labor, the median annual wage for middle and high school teachers in 2023 was about $65,220.
Naturally, the numbers will differ by area, type of school, and position.
Can I meet with a professor when I visit Roberts?
Yes! If you come to campus for an individual visit, you can meet individually with a professor to get an overview of the major and your individual questions answered. Our Discovery Day events typically include a Faculty & Services Expo, where you can meet your future professors.
Does Roberts Wesleyan University offer financial aid?
Yes! At Roberts, we’re dedicated to supporting you. Our Office of Student Financial Services is here to help you make the most of every financial aid opportunity available.
We provide financial assistance to 100% of our undergraduate students, so you can focus on following your calling with confidence.
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