Overview

The Elementary Education degree at American University Washington DC blends theory and pedagogy with applied skills to ensure that students are equipped to maximize learning and achievement outcomes for PK-12 students. In each course students are exposed to relevant and rigorous curriculum that advances high leverage teaching practices and culturally responsive pedagogical practices.

Key Features

Through our coursework and clinical experiences, AU SOE students build their skills and understandings to become excellent effective practitioners. Our graduates are able to:

apply cognitive science principles of learning to their teaching practice (Science of Learning)

create unit and lesson plans aligned with content standards, implement instructional strategies rooted in research-based best practices that advance classroom equity, and implement assessments to inform and impact instructional decisions for learner success. (Cycle of Teaching and Learning)

create and sustain learning communities that support all students to meet their full academic, social, and emotional potentials by teaching related skills and recognizing students’ assets/contributions. (Inclusive Environment)

demonstrate a recognition of the beliefs, attitudes, values, and practices along with the structures, policies, and institutional systems that create barriers and perpetuate inequities in classrooms and identify concrete strategies to dismantle those barriers. (Antiracist Education)

identify effective strategies to build relationships with students, families, colleagues, other school professionals, and community members to positively impact student success. (Collaboration)

demonstrate ongoing professional development, analysis of teaching practice, and reflection on the evidence of teaching and learning to equitably meets the needs of all students and families. (Professional Practice)

Careers

The program prepares graduates for teaching and leadership positions in the following settings:

K-12 Schools

Technical Schools

Adult Schools

Educational Agencies

School District Offices

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Schools and Society

Social Justice and Urban Education

Field Experience: Observation and Analysis

Instructional Strategies and Teaching Methods

Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers

Science Disciplinary Content in the Elementary Classroom

Research Writing in Education

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

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Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Washington, D. C., United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed application, including essay and CV/Resume.

Application fee of U.S. $75.

Academic records for grades 9-12 with official transcripts and certified English translations (if applicable), for each secondary institution attended.

One academic letter of recommendation from a teacher is required; one letter from the school counselor/principal/headmaster is also strongly recommended.

Demonstrated English proficiency.

Interruption of Studies Statement if you have already graduated from secondary school at the time of application.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

57952 USD / year

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Out-of-State

57952 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

57952 USD / year

≈ 57952 USD / year

Living costs

Washington, D. C.

United States

1705 - 2975 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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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

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Tuition Fees

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Washington, D. C.

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