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Bachelor of Adolescence to Young Adult Education Grades 7-12
- Westerville, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Bachelor of Arts in Adolescence to Young Adult Education (Grades 7-12) is a four-year on-campus bachelor programme in the Department of Education at Otterbein University.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop core knowledge and practical skills in Adolescence to Young Adult Education (Grades 7-12). Apply relevant methods to academic and professional problems. Communicate findings effectively and prepare for further study or employment in related fields.
Career outcomes
- Teacher of grades 7-12 with Ohio Resident Educator License
Curriculum
- Four-year plans for AYA teaching areas (chemistry
- Life sciences
- Physics
- Integrated mathematics
- Language arts
- Social studies). Core education courses include educational psychology and technology
- Exceptional children
- AYA pedagogy and content-area literacy
- A 75-hour practicum
- 10-Credit student teaching and Senior Year Experience.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school completion (first-year) or prior college transcripts (transfer)
- Non-US transcripts need a course-by-course credential evaluation
- SAT/ACT optional
- Athletic Training
- Education
- Engineering
- Honors
- Nursing and Zoo and Conservation Science have extra requirements
- Music and Theatre require an audition
- Art a portfolio.
Accepted academic background
Secondary school completion (first-year) or prior college transcripts (transfer), Non-US transcripts need a course-by-course credential evaluation (TEC, WES, Scholaro or ECE), Theatre and Music require an audition, Art a portfolio, Athletic Training, Education, Engineering, Honors, Nursing, Osteopathic Early Assurance and Zoo and Conservation Science have extra academic requirements, Applicants must be degree-seeking for an F-1 visa.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- TOEFL PBT 550
- PTE Academic 53
- Duolingo 105
- TOEIC 681
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts
- Graduation or school completion evidence
- Passport copy
- English proficiency evidence where required
- Program-specific supporting documents.
How to apply
- Visit the official website for Otterbein University. Review the admission requirements for the selected program. Complete the online application form. Submit academic transcripts and required supporting documents. Provide English proficiency evidence when required. Pay the application fee. Submit any program-specific materials. Wait for the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $38,040 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 USD |
| Deposit | $150 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Main campus, Westerville |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Academic Faculty |
| Department | Department of Education |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Eligible international students at Otterbein University may be considered for institutional scholarships or merit awards. Eligibility and funding depend on the specific award and application cycle. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
Tuition is $38,040 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The deposit is $150 USD. The estimated living cost is $14,974 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, TOEFL PBT 550, PTE Academic 53, Duolingo 105, TOEIC 681.

