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The University of Kansas offers a bachelor's program in elementary teacher education designed to train educators for kindergarten through sixth grade. This comprehensive program blends foundational academic studies with specialized teaching courses, supplemented by hands-on classroom experiences across various elementary school settings. The KU School of Education and Human Sciences maintains CAEP accreditation, meeting rigorous NCATE standards for educator preparation.
Career Paths for Elementary Education Graduates
Upon completing KU's elementary education bachelor's program, graduates meet all qualifications for both their degree and Kansas teaching certification for K-6 classrooms. This program equips future educators with skills for traditional classroom teaching and positions within educational organizations. Additionally, graduates may pursue testing to expand their certification to middle school levels (grades 5-8).
Admission will be granted to students who meet the following standard:
A minimum grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for all previous coursework, including transfer coursework.
English Proficiency:
TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition: 79 (18 minimum subscore)
TOEFL paper-delivered test: 60 (18 minimum subscore)
IELTS: 6.5 (6.0 minimum subscore)
PTE Academic: 53