Overview

The Bachelor of Education in Elementary Education (B.Ed.) of Hawai'i Pacific University is based on a standards-driven, field-based, and inquiry-oriented curriculum that employs cutting-edge educational technology to integrate content and pedagogy. Employing an electronic portfolio-based assessment system, university faculty and mentor teachers guide the candidate's progress in achieving professional knowledge, skills, and dispositions.

Hawai‘i Pacific University's BAEED Program in Elementary Education prepares candidates to become competent, caring, and professional educators through classroom discussions and field experiences. Teacher candidates learn in small classes and enjoy individualized attention by university faculty and mentor teachers.

The program prepares individuals for licensure in grades K - 6.

Students who complete the Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education will:

Understand how learners grow and develop, recognizing that patterns of learning and development vary individually within and across the cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and physical areas, and design and implement developmentally appropriate and challenging learning experiences.
Use an understanding of individual differences and diverse cultures and communities to ensure inclusive learning environments that enable each learner to meet high standards.
Work with others to create environments, which support individual and collaborative learning, and encourage positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Language Arts
Child & Adolescent Dev for Ed
Service Learning in Elem Ed
Educational Psychology
Social Studies for Elem Ed
Education Research and Writing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

More details

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis year-round, and it is recommended that students apply well in advance. Priority deadline: 15 January

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Honolulu, United States

Disciplines

Primary Education View 603 other Bachelors in Primary Education in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A $45 non-refundable application fee is required.
Transcripts must be submitted both in the native language and in an official English language translation.
Proof of English Language Proficiency
Copy of Your Passport's Biographical Photo Page
Statement of Financial Sponsorship
Bank Statement of Government Sponsorship Letter

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Tuition Fee

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International

33792 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 33792 USD per year during 48 months.
National

33792 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 33792 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

33792 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 33792 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Honolulu

1640 - 2500 USD /month

Living costs

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

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Scholarships Information

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