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English Language Arts Education

Bachelor of Arts
You’ll learn innovative techniques and the latest technology to prepare you to teach and motivate 21st-century learners.

Fast Facts

Meets on-site in Olathe
126 credit hours
Teacher teaching class

We Prepare You

“There’s something different about MNU teachers,” is something we hear a lot about our graduates. We think it’s equal parts preparation and quality students! You’ll learn innovative techniques and the latest technology to prepare you to teach and motivate 21st-century learners.

English Language Arts Education prepares you to share your love of the English language and literature with diverse students while ensuring they develop literacy skills necessary for all aspects of life.

Program Overview

You will be immersed in courses in creative writing, American literature, British literature, world literature, Shakespeare, and literary criticism.

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Cost & Value

A degree from MNU is a competitively priced, affordable option designed for students with a busy schedule. We’re here to help you find the best options to assist you as you work toward earning your degree.

Credit Hours:
Financial Aid Available

General Education: 42-50

Major Requirements: 36

Electives: 0-6

Total: 126

The Federal Direct Student Loan Program is an additional payment option. MNU School Code: 007032. Information and applications may be obtained from the Student Financial Aid Services Office at 913.971.3298 or finaid@mnu.edu.

Pioneer Pledge

Concern about paying back student loans is common. That’s why we provide the Pioneer Pledge, our loan repayment assistance program. If your income is modest after graduation, Pioneer Pledge assists with your educational loan repayments. Learn more on our financial aid pages.

MNU Scholarships

Your education is one of the most important investments you will ever make. At MNU nearly 100% of new students qualify for financial assistance that greatly reduces the actual cost of an MNU education.

Payment Options

Your degree is an investment in your future. We have a variety of different payment options available, so you can choose the option or combination of options, that best fits your situation. The total cost will be calculated based on your program and can be divided into multiple payments.

Application Process

Fall 2025 Start

Now accepting applications from seniors in high school or college transfers who are interested in starting at MNU in Fall of 2025.

Fall 2026 Start

Now accepting early action application from juniors in high school! Applicants with a cumulative high school GPA of 3.75 (weighted or unweighted) will be considered for provisional admission with priority consideration for our honors program and performing arts scholarships.

*Some exceptions made on case by case basis

Networking Opportunities

While you’re here, you can join the Educators Rising program, for great networking opportunities as well as training and preparation for the job search. And based on your academic achievements, you can also participate in our chapters of the Gamma Chi and Pi Lambda Theta honor societies.

Teacher Certification
  • We are accredited by CAEP
  • There is a separate application and admission process
  • Recent graduates scored a 93% pass rate for their content areas of the PRAXIS exam
  • Our courses include bridge courses, allowing students to begin graduate level work in special education, technology, and English language learning (ELL)

 

As a graduate, you will complete all Kansas requirements for teacher certification. Our faculty will also help you find out how to become certified in other states, and many are similar to Kansas requirements.

Potential Careers
  • School Teacher
  • Children’s Ministry
  • Corporate Trainer
  • Textbook & Technology Sales
  • Curriculum Designer
  • Life Coach

Navigate Your Call to Teach

Find the program that’s right for you. Talk to your MNU team to customize your journey.