Overview

The Education - Early Childhood Education (Birth - Grade 3) at Saint Louis University provides a comprehensive liberal arts foundation designed to develop highly competent teaching professionals. This B.A. programme empowers students to become reflective scholar-practitioners who advocate for social justice and equity within their communities. By combining rigorous academic study with extensive practical experience, the university ensures graduates are prepared to support the development of children from birth through to the third grade.

Why Education - Early Childhood Education (Birth - Grade 3) at Saint Louis University?

Benefit from a unified teacher-education model that integrates Jesuit and Catholic values into every aspect of the curriculum.
Engage with Teacher Learning Communities (TLCs) throughout the programme to foster a tight-knit environment of peer and faculty support.
Gain significant practical experience through field placements embedded early in the course, culminating in a year-long student teaching internship.
Access unique research opportunities through the School of Education’s PRiME Centre.
Study in a programme that emphasises "cura personalis" — care for the whole person — in both teaching and professional development.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 28480 per semester
National fee: USD 28480 per semester
Local fee: USD 28480 per semester

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Growth, Development, and Learning
Exceptional Learners
Reimagining School and Society
Inclusive Practices in Instructional Settings
Collaboration in Education: Families and Communities
Principles of Early Childhood Education
Play Across the Curriculum
Socially Just Pedagogy in Early Childhood Education
Leadership in Early Childhood Education

Careers with Education - Early Childhood Education (Birth - Grade 3)

Graduates are eligible for initial teacher certification in the state of Missouri, specifically for the Birth to Grade 3 range. This qualification opens doors to various professional roles in both public and private educational settings. The programme's high job placement rates reflect the strong demand for qualified early childhood educators.

Beyond traditional classroom teaching, graduates may find opportunities in the following areas:

Alternative schools and education centres
Non-profit organisations and youth centres
Museums, zoos, and nature centres
Before- and after-school programmes
Instructional design and corporate training

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Foundations of Education

Growth Development and Learning

Children's Literature and Media

General Psychology

Culture and the Classroom

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

More details

SLU will continue accepting applications while space is available.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

120-130

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Saint Louis, United States

Disciplines

Education Educational Psychology Early Childhood Education View 2220 other Bachelors in Education in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete an online application.

If you are applying to enter SLU as a first-time, freshman student, we’ll also ask you to complete an essay.

There is no application fee to apply for undergraduate admission to SLU.

Send transcripts of all secondary work.

Submit proof of your English language proficiency.

These are scores from any standardized test you may have taken to prepare for college- TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, SAT, ACT or Duolingo score. All of our international applicants are required to demonstrate their English proficiency, and these tests can help us make that determination.

If you do not meet SLU’s direct entry requirements, we encourage you to apply to the Pathway or English Language programs offered by INTO Saint Louis University.

Proof of financial support

Academic records, in English translation

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

56960 USD / year

≈ 56960 USD / year
Out-of-State

56960 USD / year

≈ 56960 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

56960 USD / year

≈ 56960 USD / year

Living costs

Saint Louis

United States

1015 - 1530 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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