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With our Catholic liberal arts heritage and over 100 degree programs, including nursing and marine biology, from bachelors through PhDs, we've got your options covered. Focus on arts and sciences, business, education, social work, communication, nursing, medical sciences, theology, or law. Take things further with personalized research and experiential learning opportunities, on and off-campus. Enhance your prospects with hands-on internships at some of the country's top organizations.

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The path to your perfect career begins with planning and support. Career Development has resources for you to help you make the most of your time at Barry. Guidance is just an appointment away.

Service-learning integrates relevant community service with course work and critical reflection to enrich the learning experience, foster social responsibility and civic engagement, and strengthen communities.

Service-Learning

The Honors Program at Barry is designed to challenge, enrich, and prepare especially motivated students to pursue their fullest potential. By participating in a rigorous curriculum rounded out by an array of edifying and interactive events, students explore crucial issues that we face in our daily lives. Students are given the space for discussion and debate and the opportunity to learn from experts in their fields. The Office of Financial Aid can assist with determining eligibility for the Honors Program.

The Monsignor William Barry Memorial Library is located in the center of the beautiful Miami Shores campus of Barry University. The Library is named in loving memory of Monsignor William Barry, one of the founders of Barry University and an inspirational figure in the Catholic Church within the Archdiocese of Miami. The extensive Library research collections include more than 950,000 physical items, over 40,000 print and on-line journal subscriptions, and several thousand on-line books and streaming video resources.

At Barry University, you will experience a small community atmosphere where you can always rely on our administrators and faculty for advice, encouragement and personal attention. We take great pride in giving individual attention from the very beginning. You can start building a personal relationship with one of our admissions counselors who will help answer any questions, and guide you through the entire admissions and enrollment process.

Continuing Education (CE) offers a variety of courses and non-credit programs designed to respond to the diverse educational interests and lifelong learning needs of individuals of all ages. We offer certificate, credential exam preparation, and licensure programs for professional and personal enrichment.

High school students: Get a jump-start on your college education with dual enrollment courses from Barry University! You can earn high school and college credit at the same time, right at your own school.

Dual Enrollment

We are committed to providing programs and services that are guided by Barry University's rich educational mission and intended to enhance your Barry experience. Through partnerships with others in the university community, we aim to create experiences that will help transform you into leaders for a just and humane world.

We are an NCAA Division II school and a member of the Sunshine State Conference with 12 varsity teams, including men's baseball, basketball, golf, soccer and tennis; and women's basketball, golf, rowing, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball. So far, we've won 24 NCAA championships, had 338 All-Americans, 413 Scholar All-Americans, and nine NCAA "Women of the Year" finalists, the most of any Division II school. Not bad at all, but we're going for more.

Campus Life

For students currently enrolled in classes at Barry, we have a wealth of resources you can tap into to bring ease and efficiency to your university experience. Get the help you need with administrative or financial questions, or check out course catalogs to help plan your schedule by semester. All the information you need to excel is at your fingertips.

Why Study Education at Barry University?

Education (BS)

Education (BS) Why Study Education at Barry University? Barry University is located in Miami-Dade County, the fourth largest school district in the country. Gain an advantage by building your teaching experience within this large and multicultural district.

The School of Education has built strong relationships with local schools due to our proven track record of preparing effective teachers. Because of our positive reputation, you will have many opportunities to experience what it is like to teach diverse students from a variety of grade levels.

Outlook for the Field of Education*

  • Employment of kindergarten, elementary, middle, and secondary school teachers is expected to grow by 13 percent between 2008 and 2018.
  • Non-English speaking students will continue to grow, creating demand for bilingual teachers and for those who teach English as a Second Language.
  • Teachers who are geographically mobile and who obtain licensure in more than one subject are likely to have a distinct advantage in finding a job.
  • Job prospects are best for teachers in high-demand fields, such as mathematics, science, and bilingual education, and in urban or rural school districts.
  • The Florida Teacher Certification Exam (FTCE) is a test required by the State of Florida in order to be certified to teach in Florida.

How Our Graduates Are Prepared

  • Our graduates are classroom ready in early childhood, elementary, or special education teaching, with a content minor in one of the following areas: Math, Science, Literature, or Social Science.
  • Our graduates receive a State of Florida endorsement in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) that help effectively educate linguistically- and culturally-diverse children.
  • The State of Florida has reciprocity agreements with other states so it is easy for our students to become a certified teacher in another state.
  • Students can obtain a Master of Science in Education (MS) in one year, which increases the chances of earning certification outside of Florida. Receiving the master's degree broadens our graduates' career options, allowing them to pursue teaching elsewhere.
  • With two endorsements and a master's in education, our graduates can receive a higher salary than teachers with just a bachelor's degree once they enter the job market.
  • Our graduates receive a content area minor in General Science, Literature, Math, or Social Science and are eligible for Florida certification in grades 5-9 in the chosen content area minor.
  • Our graduates receive these State of Florida endorsements:
    • English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
    • Reading
  • Students complete a one-year internship in either the fourth- or sixth- largest school districts in the country: Miami-Dade County or Broward County, giving them experience with culturally- diverse groups of children.
  • Students receive mentoring from University faculty as a first-year teacher while enrolled in the M.S. option of the program.
  • 100% of students pass all sections of the Florida Teacher Certification Exam (FTCE) before graduating from the program.
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Barry University does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability status or veteran status. This policy applies to students, employees, applicants and trustees with respect to participation in any program, benefit, activity or student/employment opportunity offered by the University. Every member of the University community is expected to uphold this policy as a matter of mutual respect and fundamental fairness in human relations. Every student of this institution has a responsibility to conduct himself/herself in accordance with this policy as a condition of enrollment. Further, every University employee has an obligation to observe Barry University policies and implementation of federal and state law as a term of employment. No person shall be retaliated against for reporting violations or concerns about prohibited discrimination or bias through appropriate University channels.

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