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- School Code: 184700
- Phone: (712) 279-5321
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
57.35%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
8:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
32FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$14,117Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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ESL Degree
Professionals who elect to teach English as a Second Language (ESL) is a field of study focused on teaching the English language to individuals with a different native language. The priority order in the name ESL is only intended to address the chronological order in which the languages were acquired not the importance of either language. Get more details below including other Iowa colleges that offer esl degrees.
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Buena Vista University
3303 Rebecca Street, Sioux City, IA
Buena Vista University provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Storm Lake, Iowa and operated as a private institution. The school's Presbyterian Church affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. Buena Vista University has an annual student enrollment of about 2,700.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Education
- Psychology
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Security And Protective Services
The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Most students at this school scored in a range of 20 to 25 on the ACT. 63% of students that apply are accepted to Buena Vista University, of which 36% choose to attend. Key information regarding admissions can be found by reaching out to BVU or by requesting information from our portal.
The cost of tuition is approximately $30,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should use the school's cost calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $4,200. Some students at Buena Vista University may qualify for financial aid, which is typically provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The Buena Vista University Beavers participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Sports available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the ESL program at Buena Vista University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education
Description
Teach elemental natural and social science, personal hygiene, music, art, and literature to kindergarten students. Promote physical, mental, and social development. May be required to hold State certification.
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education
Description
Teach students basic academic, social, and other formative skills in public or private schools at the elementary level.
Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Description
Teach students in one or more subjects in public or private schools at the middle, intermediate, or junior high level, which falls between elementary and senior high school as defined by applicable laws and regulations.
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Description
Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the candidates Buena Vista University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Buena Vista University may provide services to students like those listed below:- Online classes
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Buena Vista University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf)
- Basketball (Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf)
- Track and Field (Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf)
- Football (Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Other Sports