Overview

Students will learn how to integrate STEM into the classroom with an interdisciplinary approach, promoting problem solving and creativity through inquiry and project-based, hands-on learning for elementary learners. Not only will this program prepare students to teach STEM, but it will expose students to today’s most in-demand occupations in STEM-related fields. This way, educators can introduce STEM career awareness early on in a student’s education and foster the early stages of learning in these areas.

Aligned with the Arizona Department of Education, the BS in elementary STEM education program supports Grand Canyon University ’s mission to produce career-ready graduates who can bring effective STEM education into schools and classrooms. This Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education - STEM program is inclusive of elementary and middle schools and is designed for those seeking initial teacher licensure. Curriculum is regionally accredited and approved by the Arizona State Board of Education. Courses meet the standards of the Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (InTASC), Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) and International Society for Teaching in Education (ISTE).

Careers

Graduates may pursue potential positions in education such as elementary classroom teacher, computer science/technology) teacher, technology integration specialist, elementary math specialist/coach, math interventionist, elementary science specialist/coach and STEM teacher.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Early adolescent development and psychology

Instructional methods, planning and assessment

Student engagement and engaging learning environments

Instructional strategies for integrating science, health, social studies, the arts, English language arts, engineering and mathematics

STEM tools for the modern classroom

Interdisciplinary teaching and learning in STEM

Three-dimensional teaching in STEM classrooms

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-06 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00

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Our rolling admissions policy means that we admit new students year-round.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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General requirements

To be accepted for admission to Grand Canyon University's (GCU) campus or online undergraduate programs, you must submit acceptable high school or college transcripts to meet the admission requirements

Direct start applicants interested in attending GCU must meet one of the following requirements:

High School Graduate with an Unweighted GPA of 3.0+
High School Graduate with an Unweighted GPA of 2.5+ and Qualifying College Entrance Exam Score
GED and Transcript of All Credit-bearing Coursework

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Tuition Fee

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International

16500 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 8250 USD per semester during 48 months.
National

16500 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 8250 USD per semester during 48 months.
In-State

16500 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 8250 USD per semester during 48 months.

Online: $455 per credit

Living costs for Phoenix

900 - 1450 USD /month

Living costs

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

Careers

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Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

Make sure you meet all requirements

Tuition Fee

International

National

In-State

Living costs for Phoenix

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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