Overview

During your first two years of study in the Bachelor of Science in Education in Early Childhood Education, Pre-K-4 program is a 131-credit program from Duquesne University, not only will you complete the majority of the General Education and Foundation courses, but you will also gain experience in the field starting in your freshman year. The faculty work with you to address professional standards in each of the early childhood curriculum areas through course projects and through implementation of the standards in fieldwork.

Towards the end of your studies, you will have the opportunity to teach in an urban, suburban or rural school. In addition, you will also have the opportunity to experience a part of your student teaching abroad. As a partner university, Duquesne University students have the opportunity to be placed by IU Global Gateway in an overseas student teaching experience in one of 18 countries. Participating countries include, but are not limited to, Australia, Costa Rica, England, Greece, India, Ireland, Italy, New Zealand, Spain and Tanzania. Along with gaining experience in the classroom, starting in your Junior year, qualified students may begin graduate course work through our 5 year early start programs.

Learning together

Learn from experienced faculty, in a highly accredited program

The Early Childhood Education program is guided by Pennsylvania's state standards and by standards of national professional organizations. In addition to the School of Education's national recognition by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), as a point of distinction, this Leading Teacher Program earned national accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

University Core/General Education and Professional Preparation. During your first two years of study, not only will you complete the majority of the General Education and courses, but you will also gain experience in the field starting in your freshman year.
The faculty work with you to address professional standards in each of the early childhood curriculum areas through course projects and through implementation of the standards in fieldwork.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

131 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pittsburgh, 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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General requirements

Completed Application
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Original or attested copies of official academic records from the last four years of your education.
Credentials should be submitted in the native language with certified English translations and sent directly from the school and/or university you attended.
At least one (1) letter of recommendation from someone who can attest to both your academic and personal strengths
Submit a personal statement of at least 300 words which answers the following questions and includes examples of research, shadowing or volunteering experiences:
What is unique about you?
Why have you chosen this major?
How will Duquesne help you to achieve your academic, personal, and professional goals?
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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

51068 USD / year

≈ 51068 USD / year
Out-of-State

51068 USD / year

≈ 51068 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

51068 USD / year

≈ 51068 USD / year

Living costs

Pittsburgh

United States

1148 - 1944 USD / month

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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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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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

Pittsburgh

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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