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Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education

Southwest Minnesota State University

USA,Minnesota

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 10,304/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 100

Application Fee

Aug 2025

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USA, Minnesota

Type: University

Location Type: Rural

Founded: 1964

Total Students: 6,529 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1501 State St, Marshall, MN 56258, USA

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Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education

Program Overview

Students majoring in elementary education move through the teacher preparation program as a cohort, with the sequence beginning in the fall of their junior or senior year. In close-knit communities of teachers and learners, they strengthen and improve their teaching skills through lively interaction with other teacher candidates and instructors. Students working toward the B.S. in Elementary Education may also choose from five optional endorsement areas to expand their licensure opportunities. Many candidates add minors in K-12 Reading licensure, Special Education, or TESL as well. Most of the education classes offered include classroom experience in area schools.

Since licensure to teach is a professional program, formal application for admission to the Teacher Preparation Program is required during the sophomore year. There is a minimum GPA requirement of 2.8 in entry level professional education coursework from all colleges and universities attended. Other information on requirements and applying to the Teacher Preparation Program can be found on the School of Education website. Persons with previous degrees and/or current licensure interested in adding a licensure field or endorsement may apply to SMSU and have their transcripts sent (if not from a Minnesota State school) to have a transcript review completed.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

5 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2024		Closed
aug 2024		Closed
jan 2025		Closed
aug 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 100

Tuition Fee

CAD 10,304 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Southwest Minnesota State University

CAD 14,200 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 5.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 61
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 47.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 95.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Elementary Education Program most often have a goal to teach in an elementary, or school classroom with focus on grades K-6. Others find satisfying positions working with children and families in community education, youth groups and organizations, or preschool programs.

Scholarships

Available after the 1st semester

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.

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