Social Studies Degrees

Why Should I Study Secondary Education at Southeast?

Southeast is the nation’s only two-time winner of the prestigious Christa McAuliffe Showcase for Excellence Award presented by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU).
Southeast’s education program is fully accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). This national accreditation and Southeast’s strong program requirements and reputation offer our graduates enhanced opportunities when searching for and obtaining employment nationwide.
Southeast’s education program differs from that of many other universities by providing you with extensive field experience, beginning with first-hand classroom training and observation during your freshman year and continuing through student teaching (link) during your senior year.
As a student in Southeast’s education program, you will receive a full semester of on-the-job student teaching experience, as opposed to the traditional eight or nine weeks of training, thus better preparing you for a career in education.
Southeast’s education program’s unique block format, in addition to providing increased professional experience, allows you to meet other students with your major early on, thus enabling you to form common bonds and establish professional relationships with others in your field.
As a student in Southeast’s education program, you will have the opportunity to personally experience another culture’s educational system through international student teaching programs.
Southeast’s education program is one of 20 national model programs selected by the AASCU. Our program was one of four nationwide cited for innovative curricular development.
Southeast’s College of Education received the “Best Practice Award for Global and International Teacher Education” from the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE).
The Missouri Board of Education has cited Southeast’s education program as “Exemplary.”
Southeast is a member of the prestigious Renaissance Group of Institutions, an organization developed to improve the education of teachers.
Southeast students benefit from small classes and a low student-faculty ratio of 17 to 1.

Scholarships

Freshman Scholarships
Scholarships offered by Saint Peter’s College to students entering their first year in the College of Arts and Sciences / School of Business Administration (Undergraduate Day Session). Contact the Office of Admission for details: admissions@spc.edu 888-SPC-9933.

Transfer Scholarships
Scholarships offered by Saint Peter’s College to students transferring into the College of Arts and Sciences / School of Business Administration (Undergraduate Day Session). Contact the Office of Admission for details: admissions@spc.edu 888-SPC-9933.

Endowed Scholarships
Endowed Scholarships are created through a gift made to the College’s endowment, and follow a formula where the interest earned from endowment performance is dedicated toward scholarship aid. Each year there are more than 100 endowed scholarships awarded to Saint Peter’s students. There are both partial and full scholarships funded through this program.

Annual Scholarships
Annual Scholarships are funded through the generosity of donors that prefer their gifts be awarded to students in full when the gift is made. Much like endowed scholarships, the annual scholarship program offers students aid critical to their success and honors the life or memory of a named designee.

External Scholarships
A listing of various private organizations, companies and foundations which provide funding for college education.

Financial Aid

MCDermott Hall
Enrollment Services Center

Welcome to Saint Peter’s College electronic financial aid office! Whether you’re beginning the financial aid process, renewing your aid eligibility, or simply want loan counseling, we’re here to help answer any questions you might have. Paying for college involves coordination of the resources available from students, their families, the College, and federal and state assistance programs. With your cooperation, we are committed to making Saint Peter’s College an affordable option for you.

Financial Aid may at times seem complicated. Several steps must be taken to apply for assistance. Furthermore, for certain federal and state programs, students may be asked to provide additional documentation to verify eligibility for certain types of aid. We ask students and their families to carefully read all requested information, to reply to all requests in a timely manner, and to adhere to all deadlines in order to make the financial aid process run smoothly.

ALL BORROWERS WHO HAVE CHOSEN TO CONSOLIDATE THEIR STAFFORD LOANS, MUST COMPLETE A NEW ENTRANCE INTERVIEW AND A NEW MASTER PROMISSORY NOTE. PLEASE FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS FOR NEW STAFFORD LOAN BORROWERS.

MISSION STATEMENT-

The Student Financial Aid Office at Saint Peter’s College, is committed to providing financial assistance to students who would otherwise be unable to pursue the attainment of their educational and professional goals. Our student-focused employees provide professional knowledge and personalized service to help students and their families seek and obtain the best use of all financial resources available. This is done by administering all sources of Federal and State funds as well as Saint Peter’s College Annual and Endowed scholarships. The Student Financial Aid Office adheres to all regulations set forth by the U.S. Department of Education as well as the New Jersey Office of Student Assistance in regard to their financial assistance programs.

Admission to Saint Peter’s College

The admission process differs by school and in some cases by program.
Undergraduate Studies

The College of Arts and Sciences / School of Business Administration (CAS/SBA), our day session, accepts traditional students into the College’s bachelor degree programs. Courses are offered at the Jersey City campus throughout the academic year. High school or college transfer students may visit the CAS/SBA Office of Admission for additional information.

The School of Professional and Continuing Studies (SPCS) was established to continue the College’s long tradition of providing a quality, liberal arts and business education to adult students. The SPCS prides itself on offering a variety of course schedules on evenings and weekends designed to meet the needs of today’s adult students. Courses are offered at both the Jersey City and Englewood Cliffs campuses and a variety of off-site locations for convenience. Visit the SPCS Office of Admission for information on admission to our bachelor degree, associate degree, and certification programs.

All undergraduate summer sessions are offered by the SPCS as well.
Graduate Studies

Offering master’s degree and certification programs at both campuses and a variety of off-site locations, Graduate Studies has designed its course schedules to meet the needs of adult students. Visit the Graduate Studies Office of Admission for information on the admission process.
Specialized Programs

Some programs, including Academic Success, Educational Opportunity Fund, Honors Program, Study Abroad, Summer Scholars, and Washington Center, have program-specific requirements for participation. Please see the Special Programs page for information on these opportunities.