Overview

At BHSU, we strive to create opportunities to broaden and deepen the knowledge, skills, practices, and dispositions of individuals who will work closely with young children.

Gain hands-on experiences in preschool through 3rd grade settings

Learn early childhood and special education content from faculty experienced in the field

Many courses are available online for flexibility

The Early Childhood Special Education program from Black Hills State University provides the opportunity to acquire training and certification needed to work with children, from newborns to eight year olds. Students learn strategies for reaching each individual child and connecting with families to enhance learning.

This major prepares students to work in public schools, state early intervention programs, private schools, or in nationally recognized early childhood developmental centers.

Why BHSU?

Study with BHSU early childhood education faculty who are strong advocates for children with typical and atypical educational needs.
Get involved with student organizations that support the learning goals of this program.
Gain early childhood experience at the BHSU Little Jackets Learning Center.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Guidance with Young Children

Earth & Physical Science for Elementary Teachers

Educational Psychology

K-8 Methods of Teaching Health

South Dakota Indian Studies

Children's Literature

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Spearfish, United States

Disciplines

Special Education Early Childhood Education View 570 other Bachelors in Special Education in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.6

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students must pay $20 application fee in order for the application to be processed
Grade Point Average (GPA) Requirements: First time freshman: 2.6 GPA on a 4.0 scale
Please continue reading through the Accepted International Student section below to begin preparing for your visa appointment and other important steps! Please note all students will need to pay a $500 deposit by the deadline of July 1 for Fall admission and December 1 for Spring admission to hold their spot at BHSU and keep their I-20 active.
Provide a Bank Statement or Bank Letter signed and stamped by a Bank Official demonstrating the minimum amount for one academic year found in the Costs section below.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

12206 USD / year

≈ 12206 USD / year
Out-of-State

12206 USD / year

≈ 12206 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9014 USD / year

≈ 9014 USD / year

Additional Details

WY, CO, MT, ND, NE, IA Residents (In-State Tuition): $9,014/ Minnesota Reciprocity: $10,923

Living costs

Spearfish

United States

1144 - 1990 USD / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

At BHSU, we strive to create opportunities to broaden and deepen the knowledge, skills, practices, and dispositions of individuals who will work closely with young children.

Why BHSU?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

Spearfish

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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