Andrews University

What you'll study

Coursework combines general education, content-area study and professional education coursework. Early-year requirements include general education classes such as God and Human Life. The BSELED requires either a content major or two minors and allows emphasis choices in Integrated Science, Language Arts, Social Studies and/or Reading (K–8). The program follows a three-phase Teacher Preparation sequence: Pre-teacher Preparation, Teacher Preparation and Student Teaching.

Entry requirements

The published program description outlines progression through general education, content-major/minor courses and professional education requirements; students demonstrate readiness by advancing through the program’s three phases. The source does not list specific admission GPA or prerequisite course thresholds.

Career prospects

Primary preparation is for elementary school teaching (K–8). The program description also notes transferable skills that prepare graduates for roles such as missionary, school leader, coach, special education assistant, librarian, dean, training specialist, nanny, tutor and grant writer. The source cites a 2021 Occupational Outlook Handbook figure for annual pay of kindergarten and elementary teachers at $60,660.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The source does not specify scholarships. Prospective students should consult the university’s admissions and financial-aid offices for available institutional scholarships, work-study and external funding opportunities relevant to undergraduate education students.