Elementary Education Degree

The elementary education program at Southern University at New Orleans 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 Louisiana colleges that offer elementary education degrees.

The Elementary Education program at Southern University at New Orleans is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education since 2003.

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Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO)

3rd Floor, J.S. Clark Adm. Building, P.O. Box 9374, Baton Rouge, LA

Southern University at New Orleans is a public historically black institution located in New Orleans, Louisiana. A majority of historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. Southern University at New Orleans has a yearly student enrollment of around 3,200.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Southern University at New Orleans offers:

• Public Administration And Social Services
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Most students at Southern University at New Orleans scored between 17 - 20 on the ACT. Admission to Southern University at New Orleans is considered highly competitive, with only 20% of students who applied on average being admitted each year. More information from the admissions office can be found at suno.edu.

Tuition & fees at this school vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs close to $4,300 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $6,200 for the year. This school may offer financial aid for students who are eligible by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at Southern University at New Orleans through the NAIA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
• Volleyball (NAIA Division I)

Students who would like to see more about Southern University at New Orleans can take a look at their website at http://www.suno.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Elementary Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Southern University at New Orleans has offered the following program levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate

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

• Baton Rouge, LA
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Annual Salary: $50320

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