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- School Code: 125800
- Phone: (323) 731-2383
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
53.32%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$18,404Average 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 Pacific Union College 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 California colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.
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Pacific Union College (PUC)
3424 Wilshire Blvd. 12th floor, Los Angeles, CA
Pacific Union College is a nonprofit private college that has a large number of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Angwin, California, in a predominantly rural area. The school's Seventh Day Adventists affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. Enrollment at PUC exceeds 1,500 per year.
Areas of study offered at Pacific Union College include but are not limited to:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Public Administration And Social Services
To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then studied by the admissions staff. Students may provide either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions at Pacific Union College. A score in a range of 1310 - 1710 on the SAT, or 18 - 25 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. PUC admits around 50% of applicants annually. Of those applicants admitted, about 31% registered for enrollment. More information from the admissions office can be found at puc.edu.
The cost of tuition is around $29,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Housing is available for students, which costs around $4,700 per year. Some students at PUC may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The Pacific Union College Pioneers participate in several athletic programs, overseen by the NAIA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:
- Basketball (NAIA Division II)
- Soccer (NAIA Division II)
- Track and Field, X-Country (NAIA Division II)
- Volleyball (NAIA Division II)
Students should visit the school's http://www.puc.edu to see additional information.
Students Enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. PUC has offered the following academic levels for students:
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Associate's Degree | 1 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 6 |
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 0 |
| Female | 7 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Black | 3 |
| Hispanic | 3 |
| White | 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 Pacific Union College, 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
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
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the applicants Pacific Union College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Pacific Union College may provide student services like those listed below:
- Online classes
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Day care for children
Intercollegiate Athletics
Pacific Union College is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports belonging to the NAIA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (California Pacific Conference)
- Soccer
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball