Elementary Education Degree

The elementary education program at Seton Hill University 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer elementary education degrees.

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Seton Hill University

800 Linden Street, Scranton, PA

Seton Hill University is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Greensburg, PA, which is a predominantly suburban area.

The university's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Enrollment at Seton Hill University is nearly two thousand yearly.

Students may choose from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• English Language And Literature
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Health And Clinical Professions
• History
• Education

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1340 to 1680 on the SAT and between 19 to 26 on the ACT is common among students admitted to this school. Roughly 70% of all students that applied were accepted at this school, with 27% of those admitted choosing to enroll.  Detailed admissions information can be found by reaching out to the school or by requesting information here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $31,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons and as such students should use the school's net price calculator to identify total cost to attend as both an undergraduate and graduate student. Students at Seton Hill University may qualify for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Seton Hill University "Griffins" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)

Students can visit the Seton Hill University website to see a complete list of academic programs offered, admissions information, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Elementary Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Seton Hill University has offered the following programs 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

• Scranton--Wilkes-Barre--Hazleton, PA
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Annual Salary: $60440

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