Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education

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Become a teacher who inspires and betters the lives of children by earning a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. Brenau offers courses both fully on-ground and online, so you don’t have to alter your life to achieve your dreams. Your coursework will help you understand the needs of a diverse population of young learners, preparing you to develop effective teaching strategies and instructional methods. When you graduate and pass the GACE certification exam, you’ll be certified to teach Pre-K through 5th grade, and have the experience and knowledge you need to make a difference in the lives of your students.

Student opportunities 

  • Earn certification from the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) to teach Pre-K through 5th grade after passing the Georgia Assessments for the Certification of Educators (GACE)
  • Take coursework either on-ground or online 
  • Complete in-person field experiences and student teaching in a variety of settings 
  • Thrive in small classes, which allow you to work directly with faculty members, who have experience working as public or private school teachers, or administrators 

Potential careers

  • Elementary school teacher 
  • Preschool teacher 

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Estimated Cost of Attendance

Undergraduate Onground

Based on full-time enrollment (12-18 credits) and a 9-month period of enrollment (Fall & Spring semesters). * applies only to Women's College students.

Tuition for Active Duty Military personnel, dependents and spouses is discounted. Information regarding Cost of Attendance for military, veterans and family is available on our Military and Veteran Student Admissions page.

Undergraduate Bachelor's Online

Based on full-time enrollment (12 credits) and a 9-month period of enrollment (Fall & Spring semesters).

Tuition for Active Duty Military personnel, dependents and spouses is discounted. Information regarding Cost of Attendance for military, veterans and family is available on our Military and Veteran Student Admissions page.