Blacksburg,
VA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc in Elementary Education (PK-6) in Virginia Beach United States | Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
|
Virginia Beach United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
34,362
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Virginia recognizes elementary education teachers as one of its 10 most in-demand teaching specialties. Virginia Tech's program, guided by nationally acclaimed faculty, boasts strong employment outcomes and equips students for PK-6 teaching certification in the state. Students learn to develop instructional materials, employ diverse pedagogical approaches, and assess learning through culturally inclusive practices. The program trains graduates to teach core subjects including language arts, math, science, and social studies at the elementary level. Hands-on learning occurs through field-based coursework involving classroom observation, engagement, and student teaching experiences in PK-6 settings.
Career Paths - Classroom Teacher (Elementary), Independent School Educator, Instructional Specialist, Academic Tutor, Digital Learning Instructor
Academic Counselor, Teacher Preparation Faculty
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
First-year applicants who have attended high school or have been home-educated outside of the U.S. at any point will need to submit their transcript(s) for review.
Letters of Recommendation
TOEFL: 80 or higher with no subsection score less than 16
IELTS: 6.5 or higher with no sub score below 6.5
The Pearson Tests of English (PTE): 59 or higher
Duolingo: 115 or higher
Cambridge Assessment: English score of 176 or higher
SAT: 550 or higher on Evidence-based Reading and Writing
ACT: 24 or higher on English section
IGCSE/GCSE/GCE: A, B, or C, or 6-9 in English First Language or English Language
International Baccalaureate: 5 or higher on English Language and Literature (English A)
Letters of Recommendation
TOEFL: 80 or higher with no subsection score less than 16
IELTS: 6.5 or higher with no sub score below 6.5
The Pearson Tests of English (PTE): 59 or higher
Duolingo: 115 or higher
Cambridge Assessment: English score of 176 or higher
SAT: 550 or higher on Evidence-based Reading and Writing
ACT: 24 or higher on English section
IGCSE/GCSE/GCE: A, B, or C, or 6-9 in English First Language or English Language
International Baccalaureate: 5 or higher on English Language and Literature (English A)
Tuition
USD
34,362