Bachelor of Education in Mathematics Education 6-12
Discover How to Teach Mathematics to the Next Generation with a Bachelor of Education in Mathematics
Do you want to teach middle or high school students how math can be useful, fun, and interesting? With a math education degree, you can become more prepared to help students grow into successful adults and encourage them to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Pursuing educational studies in mathematics can help you prepare to teach math to students so they can move toward a brighter future.
Liberty’s B.Ed. in Mathematics Education (6-12) seeks to help provide you with preparation and credentials to teach upon graduation. With hands-on experience applying what you practice in a classroom, you can be better prepared to develop teaching skills to help students engage with your lessons. Our teacher preparation program combines many courses found in a traditional mathematics degree with those of a secondary education degree so that you can effectively teach the next generation of business professionals, engineers, and educators.
Don’t wait any longer! You want to start your career journey, and we want to help you get there. Pursue our teacher licensure track in mathematics education, so you can gain tools to be career-ready upon graduation. Start changing the world by molding the future.
Upon successful completion of Liberty University’s Virginia state-approved Bachelor of Education program, you may apply for your teaching license in another state through reciprocity, which may or may not result in additional requirements based on your state’s Department of Education regulations.
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025
CAEP Accredited
Highlights
Highlights of Our B.Ed. in Mathematics Education 6-12 Degree
Accredited for Excellence
Liberty University’s School of Education meets rigorous national standards for educator preparation set by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
Potential Financial Support
Pursuing our Bachelor of Education licensure tracks may make you eligible for the Federal TEACH Grant.
Hands-On Experience
You will complete 90 practicum hours and at least 1 full semester of student teaching prior to graduation.
Cutting-Edge Tools
The Educational Technology Lab provides students with helpful resources, software, and equipment to help promote learning with technology.
Experienced Faculty
All of our faculty who oversee licensure courses have K-12 experience and a current teaching license.
Student Teaching Opportunities
You will have the opportunity to do your student teaching in various locations throughout Virginia.
Career Potential
What Can You Do with This Mathematics Education Bachelor’s Degree?
Upon successful completion of the B.Ed. in Mathematics Education, you can be prepared with a well-respected degree in education and Virginia licensure as well as 90 practicum hours and at least 1 full semester of student teaching. This degree can help equip you with resources, tools, and knowledge to pursue roles as a middle school or high school teacher.
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Education in Mathematics Education 6-12 can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:
- Accountant
- Actuarial mathematics advisor
- Applied mathematics advisor
- Computer science technician
- Data processor
- Engineer
- Finance/insurance consultant
- Mathematician
- Mathematics educator
- Meteorologist
- National defense/military mathematician
- Operations researcher
- Statistics engineer
#4 Best College Campus in America
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education designed to help equip students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com.
Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Courses
What Will You Study in This B.Ed. in Mathematics Education 6-12?
Earning teacher licensure in mathematics for grades 6-12 means that you will need to be prepared to tackle challenges in many important teaching areas. That’s why this degree provides you with helpful curriculum and experience.
With a B.Ed. in Mathematics Education, you’ll take foundational math courses like calculus and analytic geometry, mathematical reasoning, statistics, linear algebra, and abstract algebra. We seek to partner with you so that you can also gain a strong foundation in teaching topics and discover how to develop effective lessons and exercises.
Additionally, you’ll take core educational courses to better prepare you for teaching students. Some of the education courses you’ll take include:
- Content instructional design
- Foundations of education
- Introduction to applied education technology practicum
- Seminar in classroom management
- Teaching math in secondary schools
Additional Degree Information
Featured B.Ed. in Mathematics Education Courses
EDUC 235 – Content Instructional Design
MATH 131 – Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
MATH 200 – Introduction to Mathematical Reasoning
MATH 221 – Applied Linear Algebra
Degree Information
- This program falls under the School of Education
- View the Degree Completion Plan
- Check out our course catalog
- Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty for This B.Ed. in Mathematics Education 6-12?
Supportive Mentorship from Experienced Math Educators
Pursuing your teaching license is a big deal! We want to partner with you as you seek to earn your degree and teach students. Our professors can help mentor you so that the process of becoming a licensed teacher is as straightforward as possible. They have years of teaching experience and work in the field of mathematics education, so you can be confident that they are providing you with a world-class education.
Purposeful Practicum Oversight and Classroom Preparation
Within our School of Education, we have a team dedicated to overseeing your practicum experience to ensure that you are prepared to take on a class full of students. With practical and hands-on experience in the classroom, you can receive the perfect combination of theory and praxis.
Diverse Student Teaching and Academic Opportunities in Virginia
You will have the chance to complete your student teaching in various locations throughout Virginia. You can also spend a semester studying and living in Washington, D.C. through our Washington Fellowship.
Preparing Compassionate Teachers to Make a Lasting Impact
At Liberty, we seek to help prepare you to teach with integrity and strong Christian ethics – because as an educator, you have the chance to make a huge impact on the lives of children from all types of backgrounds. Prepare yourself for this responsibility by partnering with us.
Admissions
How Do You Become a B.Ed. in Mathematics Education Student?
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Admission essay
Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
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