Overview

The Elementary Education program from Salve Regina University blends practical field experience with a strong foundation in teaching methods and educational theory, preparing graduates to become effective, compassionate educators in today’s diverse classrooms.

Grounded in the liberal arts tradition and consistent with their mission, Salve Regina University's elementary and special education programs integrate content-oriented curricula with a comprehensive study of teaching methods and practical field experience in diverse settings.

They emphasize culturally responsive teaching and attentively revise the curriculum to ensure that the students are implementing the most current, innovative and effective practices in the schools where they work.

Career Paths

A degree in elementary education and special education from Salve opens doors far beyond the traditional classroom.

While many graduates become certified elementary teachers, others pursue careers as curriculum specialists, guidance counselors, school administrators, librarians and child life specialists - some of which require additional graduate study.

The program not only prepares you for these diverse career paths but also equips you with the skills and knowledge to excel in graduate settings. With expertise in lesson planning, classroom management, public speaking, teamwork, creativity and technological proficiency, the alumni are highly sought after in education, leadership and beyond.

A look at where the alumni are now:

Associate attorney, Sherin and Lodgen

Dean of students, St. Michael’s Country Day School

Fluency solution advisor/team lead, Solventum

Fourth-grade teacher, Revere (MA) Public Schools

Instructor, Nashoba Valley Movement

JD candidate, Boston College Law School

Principal, H. Olive Day School

Sixth-grade teacher, Plymouth (MA) Public Schools

Special education director, Londonderry (NH) School District

Special education teacher, Fall River (MA) Public Schools

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Race and Inequity in American Education

Reading

Child and Adolescent Development and Theories of Learning

Children's Literature

Tutoring and Mentoring in a Multicultural Society

Tutoring and Mentoring in a Multicultural Society

Teaching Social Studies in Elementary School

Teaching Literacy and Language

Teaching Mathematics

Teaching Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

More details

Dec. 1 - Priority deadline for January admission.

Applications are accepted on a rolling, space-available basis after each deadline.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Newport, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit via the Common Application.

$50 application fee.

Official high school transcript, including grades from the senior year.

Two letters of recommendation (one from a school counselor and one from the teacher of your choice).

Personal essay.

SAT/ACT scores are optional for all applicants. Students who do not submit scores will not be disadvantaged in the admissions process. If English is not your first language, the results from a TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo English proficiency test are required.

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Students applying for the studio art or technical theatre majors are required to submit a portfolio of 1-5 pieces through their student status page.

Home-schooled applicants must submit a transcript and school profile when following a prescribed curriculum. In cases where that is not available, applicants may submit a copy of all course descriptions and a portfolio of work.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

51300 USD / year

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Out-of-State

51300 USD / year

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Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

51300 USD / year

≈ 51300 USD / year

Living costs

Newport

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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Scholarships Information

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Career Paths

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Newport

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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