The B.S. in Early Childhood Education draws courses from across the University to prepare teacher candidates interested in working with children, ages birth to grade 3, in educational settings. Coursework spans the disciplines of English literature and composition; history; fine and performing arts; mathematics; natural sciences; social sciences; human growth and development; and educational foundations, technology, assessment, theory, and methods.
Program Highlights
Robust field experience
Small class sizes
VCCS transfer with Guaranteed Admission agreements
Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth needed for primary school in preschool, day care center, or other child development facility. May be required to hold State certification.
Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education
$57,110
Median Salary
Teach elemental natural and social science, personal hygiene, music, art, and literature to kindergarten students. Promote physical, mental, and social development. May be required to hold State certification.
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education
$60,830
Median Salary
Teach students basic academic, social, and other formative skills in public or private schools at the elementary level.
Requirements
What are the requirements to apply for Early Childhood Education at ODU?
Students entering the Bachelor of Science program in Early Childhood Education should meet the minimum university admission requirements Undergraduate Admission.
Admittance to the early childhood education program requires that the teacher candidate:
Be a declared B.S. in early childhood education student
Have a cumulative GPA of 2.75
Have a 2.75 GPA in core and major courses
Have no grade below a C- in any course required in the program
Submit an application for admittance that is approved by the program and the Darden College of Education and Professional Studies
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Estimated rates for the 2024-25 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Other fees are assessed for special services and certain academic programs. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
Active Duty Military Rate
Cost Per-Credit$250
Virginia Resident
Cost Per-Credit$408
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