Elementary Education Degree

The elementary education program at Calumet College of Saint Joseph prepares students for careers as elementary teachers. The program focuses on teaching students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through eighth grade, depending on the school system or state regulations. Program courses include preparation to teach all elementary education subject matter. Get more details below including other Indiana colleges that offer elementary education degrees.

The Elementary Education program at Calumet College of Saint Joseph is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education since 2012.

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Calumet College of Saint Joseph

Also known as Calumet College of St Joseph

4600 Sunset Ave, Indianapolis, IN

Calumet College of Saint Joseph, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Whiting, IN, it offers a suburban setting for students to study in. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Enrollment at CCSJ is nearly a thousand annually.

Students can pick from a few areas of study, including:

• Law and Justice Administration
• Business Administration
• Elementary Education
• Accounting
• Liberal Arts

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. The majority of students admitted to Calumet College of Saint Joseph have an SAT score within the range of 920 - 1480, or an ACT score in a range of 14 - 22. This school accepts around 40 percent of applicants. Of those students accepted, about 52 percent registered for enrollment.

The cost of tuition is nearly $16,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. Some students at Calumet College of Saint Joseph may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at Calumet College of Saint Joseph through the NAIA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)
• Soccer (NAIA Division II)

Students may visit the school's www.ccsj.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Elementary Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Calumet College of Saint Joseph has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

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.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, elementary school teachers, except special education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson, IN
  • Total Employment: 7
  • Average Annual Salary: $50360

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).