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- School Code: 305000
- Phone: (740) 264-5591
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
86.33%FINANCIAL AID RATE
99%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$24,954Average 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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Early Childhood Education Degree
The early childcare program at John Carroll University prepare students for a career as a daycare provider, social worker, camp counselor, recreation work, teacher assistant, or preschool teacher. The program focuses on teaching students ranging in age from infancy through eight years, depending on the school system or state regulations. Program courses include preparation to teach all relevant subject matter. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.
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John Carroll University (JCU)
4000 Sunset Blvd, Steubenville, OH
JCU is a nonprofit private school that has a large number of programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in University Heights, Ohio, in a predominantly suburban area. The Roman Catholic affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Nearly 3,700 students enroll at John Carroll University per year.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Communications And Journalism
- Psychology
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- English Language And Literature
The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions to JCU. A score between 1460 - 1790 on the SAT, or 22 - 27 for the ACT is common among admitted students. 84% of those who apply are admitted to this school, of which 27 percent choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
Tuition is approximately $35,000 per year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's price of attendance calculator to determine cost. The price of on-campus housing is estimated to be $5,300 annually. Students enrolled at John Carroll University may qualify for aid which is typically grants and loans.
Athletic programs are available at John Carroll University through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Available athletic programs offered:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
Students should visit the school's http://www.jcu.edu/index.php to view additional information.
Students Enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. John Carroll University has offered the following program levels for students:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 |
| Master's Degree | 5 |
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 0 |
| Female | 5 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Multiple Races | 1 |
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 Early Childhood Education program at JCU, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education
Description
Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth needed for primary school in preschool, day care center, or other child development facility. May be required to hold State certification.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, preschool teachers, except special education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.7% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Weirton-Steubenville, WV-OH
- Total Employment: 30
- Average Hourly Rate: $16.76
- Average Annual Salary: $34860
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.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, kindergarten teachers, except special education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.9% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Weirton-Steubenville, WV-OH
- Total Employment: 40
- Average Annual Salary: $50280
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 applicants JCU accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, John Carroll University may offer services like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
JCU 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 (Ohio Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Ohio Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Ohio Athletic Conference)
- Football (Ohio Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling