Undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education with 黑料正能量
Make a lasting impact with an online Bachelor of Arts in Education in Elementary Education. Our online degree program enables elementary educators to shape the future one student at a time.
The Bachelor of Arts in Education in Elementary Education at the University of Florida is designed for aspiring educators ready to make a difference in Florida鈥檚 K-6 classrooms. This fully online, competency-based program equips students with the essential skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience needed to become effective elementary school teachers. Through job-embedded, practical coursework, students have real-world teaching experiences while completing their studies with the flexibility of UF鈥檚 top-ranked online education.
Please note, students seeking an online elementary education degree must live in Florida and be able to complete practicum and internships in a Florida public school.
With practicum placements and full-time internships built into the program, students gain firsthand experience in Florida public schools, preparing them for a seamless transition into teaching jobs. Whether you are a career-changer, paraprofessional, or first-time college student, this state-approved program leads to eligibility for professional certification in Elementary Education (grades K-6). With dedicated faculty support, university navigators, and strong partnerships with school districts across Florida, graduates with a degree in elementary education are well-prepared for real-world success in the classroom.
Elementary Education Teaching Credentials
Students who complete the program are eligible for professional certification in Elementary Education (grades K-6) and for the following Florida credentials:
Endorsement: English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Effectively communicate with students whose home language is not standard English.
Endorsement: Reading
Employing the latest evidence-based strategies to improve reading comprehension and retention.
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Bachelor of Arts in Education in
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Career Tracks and Opportunities
What professions will a degree in Elementary Education help prepare you for?
A Bachelor of Arts in Education in Elementary Education from the University of Florida Online prepares students for rewarding careers as certified elementary school teachers (K-6) in Florida. Graduates will be well-positioned to enter the workforce immediately, with the Florida teacher shortage creating high demand for qualified educators.
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- Elementary school teacher (K-6) in Florida public and private schools听
- Instructional coach or curriculum specialist听
- Education consultant or intervention specialist听
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Note:鈥疭tudents must pass a Level II criminal background check prior to enrollment in the upper-division program.
Admissions Requirements
- If you have 0-11 transferable college credits, review the听Freshman admissions requirements.
- If you have 12-59 transferable credits, review the听Lower Division Transfer admission requirements.
Upper division transfer applicants听(students with 60 or more college credits earned) are considered for Fall admission only. This program is not designed for individuals who want to earn a second bachelor鈥檚 degree. Students who already hold a bachelor鈥檚 degree are encouraged to explore the College of Education鈥檚 award-winning听.
Applicants must have an overall GPA of 2.6 or higher, hold an Associate of Arts or have completed a parallel General Education program, and have completed the following common prerequisite course with a grade of B or better:
Introduction to the Teaching Profession (EDF 1005 or EDF 2005)
- A course titled Intro to Education/Intro to Teaching Profession (or anything similar) completed at a private or out-of-state institution may be considered as a substitute for EDF 1005.
The UF College of Education strongly prefers that upper division transfer applicants complete鈥痑 course in听Human Growth and Development or Developmental Psychology (DEP 2004 and other course numbers)鈥痯rior to admission.
Additionally, upper division transfer听applicants must submit a standardized test score, earned within the ten (10) years preceding the application for teaching certification:
- Option 1: Passing scores on the from the Florida Teacher Certification Examination听听
- Option 2: Minimum scores, as specified below, from one of the following test options:听
- SAT
Reading and Writing = 560听
Mathematics = 540听 - ACT听
Reading = 23听
English = 22听
Mathematics = 22听 - CLT听
Sum of the Verbal Reasoning and Grammar/Writing Sections = 49听
Quantitative Reasoning = 20 - GRE
Quantitative Reasoning = 147
Verbal Reasoning = 151
Writing = 4.0
- SAT
*Note:
- All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of B or better.听
- Unsuccessful attempts in prerequisite courses may lower competitiveness.听
- Unsuccessful attempts in additional courses in the desired major may lower competitiveness.听
- Out of state courses used to meet prerequisites may need to be evaluated by the appropriate department upon admission.听
Scholarship and Funding Opportunities
Unique opportunities are available to support education professionals pursuing an Elementary Education degree. We encourage you to explore the opportunity below for potential tuition and resource support.
: This program from the Florida Department of Education is an additional pathway to teaching for paraprofessionals who hold an associate鈥檚 degree and currently work in Florida school districts, charter schools or charter management organizations.
Why Choose 黑料正能量 for Your Bachelor of Arts in Education in Elementary Education Degree?
At the University of Florida, our passion goes beyond our walls – and so do our opportunities.
黑料正能量鈥檚 Elementary Education degree program prepares future educators with the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to lead in today鈥檚 classrooms. Developed with a grant from the Florida Department of Education, this innovative online undergraduate degree provides a flexible learning schedule that allows students to integrate their professional responsibilities with their education. With competency-based learning, hands-on practicum experiences, and direct connections to Florida school districts, students of our Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education graduate fully prepared for rich careers as certified elementary school teachers.
Designed for students whose commitments make traditional campus attendance impractical, our online program stands at the forefront, providing flexible academic options with the same elite faculty and rigor that makes us a leading university and top research institution. We connect people with opportunities, remove barriers and set the standard for online higher education. 黑料正能量 graduates earn the same elite degree they would receive on campus, and they will be at the top of the list for the best employers in the country.
