BS in Elementary Education - Science (Leads to initial teacher licensure)Grand Canyon University

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BS in Elementary Education - Science (Leads to initial teacher licensure)

The Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Science is a program for students who are preparing for a teaching career in grades K-8, inclusive of elementary and middle school, and who are seeking initial teacher certification or licensure. This program is offered both online and on the main campus and requires a minimum of 24 credits in the content area.

In the Science emphasis, the program covers the comprehensive Science education for elementary students, including Earth and space science, physical science and life sciences. The curriculum also puts an added emphasis on student understanding, the scientific method, critical thinking, problem solving and the impact of science.

Accreditation	Grand Canyon University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (member of North Central Association of Colleges and Schools).
Requirements	Applicants must have some college credits and be the minimum of 21 years old. Due to state requirements, we cannot accept inquiries from Arkansas or Connecticut at this time.
Delivery Format	Entirely Online
Education Level	Bachelor
Language	English
Cost Per Credit	$435 per credit hour for undergraduate programs. $465 per credit hour for graduate non-business programs. $510 per credit hour for graduate business programs. $575 per credit hour for EdD programs.
Prior Credits Required	3

Accreditation

Grand Canyon University is regionally accredited by the North Central Association (30 North LaSalle St. Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504; 800-621-7440). Ken Blanchard College of Business, is nationally accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs to offer: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Accounting, Business Administration, Marketing; Master of Business Administration (MBA).

The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (One Dupont Circle NW, Suite 530, Washington, D.C. 20036; 202-887-6791) and the Arizona State Board of Nursing accredit the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program. The Arizona State Department of Education has given formal approval of the work done at the University for the certification of elementary and secondary teachers and for the renewal of certificates.

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Institutional Accrediting Agency:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
Institution Type:

Private, for-profit, Higher Education
Calendar Type:

Quarter Schedule (Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer)
Delivery Format:

Our online programs are delivered by dedicated professionals in a multimedia format and will help you acquire the most current knowledge and skills. We are committed to providing academic support whenever you need it.
Carnegie Classification:

Master's College or University I
Technical Requirements:

1.2 GHz (Pentium/Celeron/AMD Athlon); Windows 98/XP/2000; Office 2000; anti-virus software; 256 MB RAM, 20 GB hard drive, 56.6/DSL/cable modem, 1024x768 monitor, video card, sound card, speakers, CD-ROM drive, printer, e-mail address, ISP account
Geographic Restrictions:

Must live in the United States. Minor state restrictions based on program.
Loans Offered:

Perkins Loan, Stafford Student Loans, PLUS Loans, Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (LEAP) State Grant, Arizona Post-Secondary Education Voucher Program State Grant, Federal Pell Grant, Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)