A Foundational Influence

As an elementary education teacher, you will play a powerful role in the learning experiences of young people, one that sets a foundation for their future success. Students preparing to teach kindergarten through eighth grade complete a major in Elementary Education. Our undergraduate elementary education program blends content, general education and professional licensure coursework that integrates with real-world teaching experiences with children and youth.

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3.2

average GPA for recent admits

200+

hours with children before student teaching

5+

professional mentors

$130K

in scholarships awarded annually

Programs

  • B.A. in Elementary (K-8) Education Bachelor's
  • M.Ed. - Curriculum Studies with Initial Teacher Licensure for K-8 Elementary Education Master's
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Get Ready to Change Lives

Our content and methods classes and clinical model will prepare you to teach any subject in grades K-8. You’ll learn to teach as part of a community, with peers and faculty who will support, challenge and inspire you.

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Learn by Doing

We give you meaningful opportunities to engage with children and youth in their classrooms, guided by experienced teachers and other professional mentors.

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Amplify Your Employability and Impact

Additional coursework and classroom experience qualify you for a specialized field such as literacy, special education or teacher-librarian.

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A Place to Call Home

The Phyllis J. Washington Education Center features state-of-the-art classrooms, cozy study spaces, a beautiful atrium and courtyard and an all-important coffee shop.