Education Department – Calvary University

Overview

Calvary University has been preparing teachers for private and international schools for more than 40 years. In 2010, the Education Department began offering Missouri State Certification, which has expanded its sphere of impact. Teachers prepared at Calvary serve as effective teachers in public, private, and international schools.

Trained from a biblical worldview
Small class sizes
Field Experience opportunities in K-12 settings as early as your freshman year
Meets requirements for Missouri Teacher Licensure
Alumni currently serving in public, private, and international schools

Areas of focus include: Foundations of Education, Exceptional Learners, Classroom Management, and Field Experience/Student Teaching,

Department Leadership:

Dr. Mary Briggs

Department Chair of Education, Associate Professor of Education

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Dr. Karen Hange

Program Director of Elementary Education, Associate Professor of Elementary Education

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Quick Facts

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Student-Faculty Ratio

100%

Post Graduate Employment

BS

Degrees

Programs Offered

Bachelor of Science in Education Majors

The Educator Preparation Program at Calvary promotes the development of teachers within a distinctly Christian environment grounded in a biblical philosophy of education. The program emphasizes pedagogical skills, differentiated learning, diversity appreciation, instructional technology, and a search for truth while setting standards for professionalism and character for each teacher candidate. Students should graduate with a desire to be lifelong learners and servant leaders.

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Majors

Elementary Teacher (Grades 1-6)

Middle School Teacher (Grades 5 – 9)

Secondary Teacher (Grades 9 – 12)

Music Education – Vocal (K-12)

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Add-on Certification

English Language Learners Educator Certificate (K-12)

Online Education Degrees

Through Calvary University’s blended model of education, students can earn their online college degree from virtually anywhere in the world.

Online Learning

Education Degree Objectives

Upon graduation, students will be able to:

Deliver instruction for teacher candidates to develop and refine a biblical philosophy of education formed through a foundational understanding of the Scripture.
Provide teacher candidates with the content knowledge and pedagogical skills necessary to teach students in the 21st century.
Arrange multiple opportunities for teacher candidates to practice and develop their professional and pedagogical skills through practice teaching sessions in the university classroom, field experiences, and student teaching.
Value human diversity and provide instructional opportunities to practice analyzing and evaluating different points of view while learning to relate to others in the places in which they live, work, and serve.
Equip students to utilize formative and summative assessment strategies to evaluate academic progress and implement instructional technology strategies to improve learning outcomes.
Furnish teacher candidates with the information, resources and support necessary to achieve the Missouri state standards for teacher certification and complete required steps and assessments throughout the program.

Master of Science in Education Majors

Areas of Concentration:

Christian Education
Curriculum and Instruction
Educational Administration and Leadership
Elementary Education (that leads to state certification)

Master’s Degrees & Graduate Programs

Reviews

“The education department gives you various opportunities to observe real classroom situations to better develop our understanding of teaching.”

“Calvary’s a great school – I completed my undergraduate and graduate degrees here. I first came in 2013, and when I first attended, there were some culturally legalistic issues that affected campus life – things like strict dress codes, poor discipline methods, and a general attitude towards students that treated us like children instead of adults. I stayed for the education, which is really, really excellent – especially the counseling, business, and theology departments. By the time I finished up at Calvary (2021ish), the school had come a dramatically long way in being more grace-filled and discipleship-focused, and much of that old legalism that has characterized so many Christian higher-ed spaces has melted away.”

“My path with Calvary university started many years ago. The experience, knowledge and skills obtained will always be my guidelines throughout each sector of my ministry/calling. I was honoured to have two amazing mentors/ professors and am humbled by the Grace of God to be part of this road travelled…”

“It’s a small bible college, so you get to know everyone on campus. Depending on majors classes are small. Some of the general education classes are a bit bigger though. The professors are nice and like to get to know all the students. The best part is watching all of the students and professors growing in their spiritual life. It’s almost like having a second family because we each got each other.”

“The professors are magnificent, the classes are great and helpful in real world.”

“Calvary is a beautiful school full of people who genuinely care for your well being. Having an issue in a class? Talk to the professor and he will sort things out swiftly. Need more time to focus on God? Every class begins with prayer and there eis chapel three times a week! I would suggest this school to every person in the world no matter their beliefs.”

Career Paths

An Education degree prepares students for a range of careers.

Here are a few potential career paths:

Elementary School Teacher
Middle School Teacher
High School Teacher
K-12 Music Teacher
Academic Tutor
Adult Educator
Business Trainer
Preschool/Daycare Director
Recreational Activity Director
Guidance Counselor
Instructional Coach
Curriculum Coordinator
Curriculum Developer
Assistant Principal
Principal

Tuition & Fees 2024-2025

On-Campus Courses	$419.00 per credit
Online Courses	$456.00 per credit
Student Services fee	$254 per 8-week session
Double Dorm Room	$1,658 per semester
Single Dorm Room	$2,004 per semester
320 (Full) Meal Plan*	$1,588 per semester
224 Meal Plan	$1,430 per semester
112 Meal Plan	$1,024 per semester

*The full meal plan is required for all freshmen (29 or fewer credits). Students with 30 or more credits recorded on their Calvary transcript may select from other meal plan options.

Graduate Tuition & Fees 2024-2025

On-Campus Courses	$448.00 per credit
Online Courses	$480.00 per credit
Student Services fee	$254 per 8-week session
Dorm Room – Double	$1,658 per semester
Dorm Room – Single	$2,004 per semester
320 (Full) Meal Plan	$1,588 per semester
224 Meal Plan	$1,430 per semester
112 Meal Plan	$1,024 per semester