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Bachelor of Career and Technical Education - Family and Consumer Sciences Education and 5-12 Certification
- Murray, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Bachelor of Science in Career and Technical Education (Family and Consumer Sciences Education/5-12 Certification) is offered by the Adolescent, Career and Special Education unit of Murray State University's College of Education and Human Services.
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
- Explain the principal concepts and methods of Career and Technical Education - Family and Consumer Sciences Education and 5-12 Certification. Apply knowledge involving the catalogue describes a 120-credit-hour bachelor programme in the adolescent. Interpret relevant information
- Work on discipline-specific assignments
- And communicate findings effectively.
Career outcomes
- Education Assistant
- Learning Support Coordinator
- Training Program Assistant
Curriculum
- The catalogue describes a 120-credit-hour bachelor programme in the Adolescent
- Career and Special Education unit of the College of Education and Human Services. It follows the Family and Consumer Sciences Education/5-12 Certification option. Required coursework includes Professional Perspectives for Teaching
- Methods of Teaching Family and Consumer Sciences
- Inclusive Teaching of Diverse Learners
- Effective Pedagogy
- Consumer Decision Making. The requirements also mention practicum
- Student teaching.
Entry requirements
Academic
- High school diploma or certificate with transcripts for all years
- Minimum 2.0 GPA
- English test (IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 71
- PTE 51
- Duolingo 100 or equivalent) and proof of funds of 30
- 706 USD
- Grade/context: High school transcripts with minimum 2.0 GPA (US 4.0 scale).
Minimum GPA
2
Accepted academic background
High school diploma or graduation certificate with transcripts for all years (GPA 2.0+), Certified English translations, Passport copy, Bank statement dated within 6 months showing at least 30, 706 USD (or scholarship letter).
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 71
- PTE Academic 51
- Duolingo 100
Documents you’ll need
- Passport Copy
- Academic Transcripts
- Qualification Certificate
- English Test Results
- Financial Support Documents.
How to apply
- Check the bachelor's requirements and deadlines: Fall 2027 July 19
- Spring 2027 November Apply online and pay the 100 USD fee. Upload passport
- High school transcripts (GPA 2.0+)
- Diploma
- English test and a bank statement of at least 30
- 706 USD.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $15,990 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Main campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Education and Human Services |
| Department | Adolescent, Career and Special Education |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Murray State lists merit and other scholarship opportunities, International applicant eligibility, Degree level, Academic results and available funds determine awards. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
2 days leftProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
19 Jul 2027
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $15,990 USD per year. The application fee is $100 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $12,500 USD.
The minimum GPA is 2. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 71, PTE Academic 51, Duolingo 100.

