This education program emphasizes immersion in the field, with students spending extensive hours working with children in diverse settings. From their first year, students are placed in local classrooms, providing practical experience early on. The program is designed to foster a close-knit community, with small class sizes and dedicated faculty advisors who support students throughout their coursework, fieldwork, and career preparations. The program offers opportunities such as attending national conferences, studying abroad, assisting with research projects, and running student organizations, all aimed at broadening horizons and preparing students for a fulfilling career in education.
Why this course is highly recommended
The program’s emphasis on real-world field experiences, community feel, and strong faculty support makes it ideal for aspiring teachers. The small class sizes and variety of opportunities, including studying abroad and engaging in research, help students develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary for a lifelong career in education.
Students can choose to major in early childhood education (grades PK-5) or middle childhood (grades 4-9). With additional coursework, middle childhood majors can add grades 4-6 non-concentration areas to their Ohio teaching license.
Application fees
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1st year tuition fees
33.13L
Living cost
The program requires coursework in liberal arts subjects such as English, mathematics, history, art, music, and science, along with courses in child development, exceptional learners, curriculum, classroom strategies, and teaching methods.

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This program prepares students for a career in education, providing the foundation to become licensed teachers in early childhood or middle childhood education.