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BS Elementary and Kindergarten Education at Pennsylvania State University

Pennsylvania State University, United States

Programme overview

Individuals interested in earning Pennsylvania teaching credentials for grades PK-4 should refer to the Elementary and Early Childhood Education, B.S. program . Individuals interested in earning Pennsylvania teaching credentials for grades 5-8 should refer to the Middle Level Education, B.S. program . **Please Note: Individuals interested in earning Pennsylvania teaching credentials for grades PK-8 should refer to the Childhood and Early Adolescent Education major.

Faculty: College of Education  |  Duration: minimum 122 credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: University Park, PA, United States

What you will study

The degree requires a minimum of 122 credits, including General Education and the requirements for the major. Required courses include The Visual Arts in the Elementary School, Introductory Field Experience for Teacher Preparation, Clinical Application of Instruction - Middle Level Education, Practicum in Student Teaching--Childhood and Early Adolescent Education, Professional Development Practicum, Learning and Instruction.

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Application information

Undergraduate applications are accepted for Fall, Spring and Summer entry; the application opens August 1 for Fall and Summer and June 1 for Spring.

Early Action: apply by November 1 to receive a decision by December 24. Recommended submission deadline for all applications: December 1. Applicants apply through the MyPennState application or the Common App. A nonrefundable application fee is paid by credit card; fee waivers are available to eligible students.

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.psu.edu/apply/

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