Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 110300
- Phone: (501) 977-2000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
16:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$10,902Average 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 Philander Smith 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 Arkansas colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.
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Philander Smith College (PSC)
1537 University Blvd., Morrilton, AR
Philander Smith College is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Little Rock, Arkansas. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. The school enrolls 700 students per year, allowing for a more personalized education.
A list of some of the programs offered are:
- Business Administration
- Business, Management, Marketing and Related Support Services
- Biology
- Sociology
- Political Science
To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Very common test scores among applicants accepted to this school are in the range of 16 - 20 for the ACT exam, or 1100 - 1510 on the SAT exam. 68% of students that apply are accepted to Philander Smith College, of which 10% choose to attend. More information regarding PSC admissions can be found at philandersmithadmissions.com.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $13,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's net price calculator (NPC) to get a better idea of their personalized cost estimate of attendance. The price of on-campus housing is approximately $5,300 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
The PSC Panthers participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, within the NAIA organization. Available sports offered:
- Basketball (NAIA Division I)
- Volleyball (NAIA Division I)
Students may take a look at the school's http://www.philander.edu to see additional information about the school, degree programs, learning modalities, and campus life.
Students Enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Philander Smith College offers a bachelor's degree program in early childhood education.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 1 |
| Female | 2 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Black | 3 |
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 PSC, 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 admission details below may give you an idea of the applicants Philander Smith College accepts. The details may include admissions 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, Philander Smith College may provide services to students including:- Online classes
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
Philander Smith College is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Gulf Coast Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball