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ACCEPTANCE RATE

59.78%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

9:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$27,039

Average 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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Elementary Education Degree

The elementary education program at Centenary College of Louisiana 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 Louisiana colleges that offer elementary education degrees.

The Elementary Education program at Centenary College of Louisiana is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education since 2007.

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Centenary College of Louisiana

6220 East Texas, Bossier City, LA

Centenary College of Louisiana is a nonprofit private university that has a large selection of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Shreveport, LA, in a predominantly urban area. The school maintains a United Methodist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Centenary College of Louisiana, with only about 900 students enrolled, offers smaller class sizes and hands on instruction as part of its commitment to students.

Areas of study available at Centenary College of Louisiana include but are not limited to:

  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • Recreation And Fitness Studies
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Psychology
  • English Language And Literature

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 21 - 27 on the ACT or 968 - 1200 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for acceptance. 63% of those who apply are accepted to this school, of which 34% choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $28,000 annually, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $4,900. Some students at Centenary College of Louisiana may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Centenary College of Louisiana is the "Gentlemen", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Gymnastics (NCAA Division I-AAA)

For a complete list of areas of study, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.centenary.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Elementary Education Program

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

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Bachelor's Degree0
Master's Degree9

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male1
Female8

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Hispanic1
White8

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

Upon completion of the Elementary Education program at Centenary College of Louisiana, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

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

  • Shreveport-Bossier City, LA
    • Total Employment: 2
    • Average Annual Salary: $51040

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

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may provide a better idea of the candidates Centenary College of Louisiana accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Centenary College of Louisiana may provide services to students including:

  • Academic counseling for students
  • Assistance to find work

Intercollegiate Athletics

Centenary College of Louisiana is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference)
  • Basketball (Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference)
  • Golf
  • Gymnastics
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball