Program Description
This Bachelor of Science program in Teaching Mathematics, 7-12 prepares teachers to think critically about their teaching and to devise ways to improve the teaching of mathematics, especially for historically underserved young people. The program is informed by current developments in mathematics teaching nationwide as well as scholarship on the challenges faced by students from urban communities. Courses integrate recommendations from research, teaching organizations, and national commissions into its curriculum. Students in the program address issues of equity in mathematics education and work to develop inclusive strategies to help all students learn more rigorous mathematics and surmount learning barriers. Students learn equitable methods of and approaches to teaching mathematics in secondary schools and in understanding the educational development of adolescents. The course of study incorporates a full range of experiences and observations, culminating in two semesters of student teaching in public or independent school settings. Students graduating from the program are eligible for New York State teacher certification for grades 7–12, with an extension for grades 5-6.
Honors
- Honors Societies: Phi Delta Kappa, Kappa Delta Pi, Pi Lambda Theta
- Departmental Honors: Senior Honors Seminar for students with at least a 3.5 GPA, cumulative and major, culminating in an honors thesis based on faculty-supervised independent research
See departmental honors for additional honors information.
Admissions
New York University's Office of Undergraduate Admissions supports the application process for all undergraduate programs at NYU. For additional information about undergraduate admissions, including application requirements, see How to Apply.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will:
- Build relationships with students and families with the goal of fostering student learning, engagement and well-being.
- Integrate theory/research with pedagogical and classroom practice.
- Develop and implement discipline-based curricula, unit plans and lessons that are coherent, use culturally relevant pedagogies, and foster experiential learning.
- Create and apply classroom strategies that are explicit, innovative, appropriate for a specific context, and use technology to support student learning.
- Develop a practice that is equitable and inclusive and acquire the skills of a professional educator.
Policies
Grading Policy
Students must receive a minimum grade of C- in all mathematics content courses, and a minimum grade of B- in specialized pedagogical courses.
Fieldwork Placement
Be advised that fieldwork placement facilities that provide training required for your program degree, and agencies that issue licenses for practice in your field of study, each may require you to undergo general and criminal background checks, the results of which the facility or agency must find acceptable before it will allow you to train at its facility or issue you a license. You should inform yourself of offenses or other facts that may prevent obtaining a license to practice in your field of study. NYU Steinhardt will not be responsible if you are unable to complete program requirements or cannot obtain a license to practice in your field because of the results of such background.
STEM OPT Benefits for International Students
If you’re an international student, you may be able to work in the United States after graduation for an extended period of time. Most students studying on F-1 visas will be eligible for 12 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT) off-campus work authorization. F-1 students in this program may also be eligible for the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) OPT extension, allowing you to extend your time in the United States to pursue degree-related work experience for a total of 36 months or 3 years. For more information on who can apply for this extension visit NYU’s Office of Global Services: STEM OPT.
NYU Policies
University-wide policies can be found on the New York University Policy pages.
Steinhardt Academic Policies
Additional academic policies can be found the Steinhardt academic policies page.