Brookings,
SD,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc in Early Education and Care in Brookings United States | South Dakota State University
South Dakota State University
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Brookings United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
11,284
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Early Education and Care (EEC) program is an online bachelor's degree offered through a partnership between seven universities. This curriculum equips students to support young children in early learning environments, particularly those from frequently relocating families. Graduates will gain qualifications for diverse early childhood education roles across community and military settings. Potential workplaces encompass: daycare facilities, infant/toddler and preschool classrooms, Head Start initiatives, and before/after-school care for children aged birth through eight years.
Professional Pathways
Early childhood educator
Preschool instructor
Teaching assistant
Head Start or Early Head Start staff
After-school program or youth club specialist
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants should have an above-average academic record at least equivalent to a B- average (2.60 out of 4.00) or be in the top 60% of their class with suitable academic preparation for the intended major.
The SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test), while not required, is encouraged and strongly recommended for freshman applicants. Students who graduated from U.S. high schools must submit an SAT score.
Academic Transcripts need to be originals or official certified true copies. If your transcripts are not in English, certified true translations must be attached. All upper secondary school-level work needs to be demonstrated through your transcripts. It is common for applicants to submit transcripts prior to the completion of their final year of secondary school. If you must submit transcripts prior to completion, please indicate your expected graduation date.
Academic IELTS: 5.5
Internet-based TOEFL Test (iBT): 61
Paper-based TOEFL Test (PBT): 500
The SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test), while not required, is encouraged and strongly recommended for freshman applicants. Students who graduated from U.S. high schools must submit an SAT score.
Academic Transcripts need to be originals or official certified true copies. If your transcripts are not in English, certified true translations must be attached. All upper secondary school-level work needs to be demonstrated through your transcripts. It is common for applicants to submit transcripts prior to the completion of their final year of secondary school. If you must submit transcripts prior to completion, please indicate your expected graduation date.
Academic IELTS: 5.5
Internet-based TOEFL Test (iBT): 61
Paper-based TOEFL Test (PBT): 500
Tuition
USD
11,284