Elementary Education Degree

The elementary education program at Stillman 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 Alabama colleges that offer elementary education degrees.

The Elementary Education program at Stillman College is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education since 2003.

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Stillman College (Springhill)

4000 Dauphin St, Mobile, AL

Stillman College is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Many 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 Presbyterian Church affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Stillman College has an annual student enrollment of approximately 1,100.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Nursing
• Biology
• Business Administration
• Sports Medicine

Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores between 800 to 915 for the SAT exam and in a range of 16 to 19 on the ACT is common among students accepted to Stillman College. 46% of students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 19% choose to attend.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $17,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their cost of attending this school. Student housing is available for students and costs about $3,600 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

The mascot for Stillman College is the "Tigers", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through oversight by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)

Students can visit the website to get a complete list of programs offered, financial aid details, and more.

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

• Mobile, AL
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Annual Salary: $47840

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