Elementary Education Degree

The elementary education program at Sierra Nevada College 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 Nevada colleges that offer elementary education degrees.

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Sierra Nevada College (SNC)

1500 College Parkway, Elko, NV

Sierra Nevada 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 Incline Village, Nevada, in a predominantly rural area. Nearly 1000 students enroll at Sierra Nevada College annually.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Sierra Nevada College offers:

• Elementary Education
• Secondary Education
• Educational Leadership and Administration
• Resort Management
• Business Administration

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. The majority of students accepted to this school have an SAT score between 1310 to 1640, or an ACT score in a range of 19 to 23. 58% of students that apply are admitted to Sierra Nevada College, of which 31% choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of tuition is approximately $28,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Housing is available for students, and generally costs around $5,900 annually. Some students at Sierra Nevada College may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students who wish to see more about Sierra Nevada College can take a look at their website at www.sierranevada.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Elementary Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. SNC offers a master's degree program in elementary education.

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

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