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Elementary Education (Grades 1-6)

College of Education

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What is Elementary Education (Grades 1-6)?

This major prepares you to teach grades 1 through 6. You’ll learn how to teach students subjects like reading and math as well as skills like studying and communicating with others. You'll create lesson plans and develop skills on how to teach fundamental ideas to students. You'll also learn to assess students to test their abilities, strengths, and weaknesses. You'll be able to work with them individually to overcome specific learning challenges.

Career Options

  • Educational therapy
  • Elementary education
  • Guidance counseling
  • Middle school education
  • School administration

Post-Graduation Success1

96% employed or continuing education

93% employed after graduation

3% attending graduate school

$45,311 average starting annual income

Sample employer destinations: Chicago Public Schools (4), Washington Elementary School (4), Champaign Unit 4 School District (3) View All

Sample grad school destinations: National Louis University, DePaul University, William Rainey Harper College View All

Review Criteria

First-Year Major-Specific Criteria

  • Strong English coursework and performance
  • Interest and experiences related to the major

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Transfer Criteria

Transfer Handbook

Graduation & Retention2

3.8 years to degree

100% first-year retention rate

90% four-year graduation rate

96% six-year graduation rate

Annual Program Costs3

Illinois Resident

  • Tuition: $12,992
  • Fees: $5,054
  • Expenses: $18,884
  • Total: $36,930

Non-Resident

  • Tuition: $33,344
  • Fees: $5,054
  • Expenses:$19,224
  • Total: $57,622

International

  • Tuition: $34,338
  • Fees: $5,054
  • Expenses: $19,224
  • Total: $58,616
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