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University of Evansville

Elementary Education and Teaching

Field of study · Evansville, Indiana, United States

  • Level

    Bachelor

  • Duration

    4 years

  • Campus

    Evansville

  • Intl. Tuition

    US$45,800 (2026-27)

  • Home Tuition

    US$45,800 (2026-27)

  • Intake

    Fall 2027

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Course Overview

Elementary Education and Teaching at University of Evansville in Evansville, Indiana, United States is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.

  • Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
  • Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
  • Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
  • Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
  • Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.

Career snapshot (indicative)

Primary education graduates qualify to teach across Key Stages 1 and 2 in state and independent schools, with QTS or equivalent teacher registration. Pathways into SENCO, headship and international school teaching are well-established.

Student life (indicative)

Evansville offers a well-rounded US student experience — solid nightlife, good food options, sports culture and a lively campus scene. A comfortable and enjoyable place to spend your university years.

The University at a Glance

Undergraduate Population

1,539

Staff Ratio

10.0:1

International

7.3%

Career Prospects

Completion Rate

68%

finish their degree (not an employment rate)

Avg Starting Salary

£27,689

First-year earnings

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition

US$45,800

per year, 2026-27 Official fee page

Home Tuition

US$45,800

per year, 2026-27 Official fee page

University Life

Urban

City & Location

Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

Year 1

  • Foundations of Elementary Education and Teaching
  • Academic and Research Skills
  • Quantitative Methods
  • Introduction to Theory and Practice
  • Optional language or breadth module.

Year 2

  • Intermediate Elementary Education and Teaching topics
  • Applied Methods and Tools
  • Group Project
  • Two optional pathway modules
  • Career and Industry Insights.

Year 3

  • Advanced Elementary Education and Teaching
  • Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
  • Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
  • Employability and Professional Development.

Entry Requirements

No specific entry requirements listed.

Assessment Methods

Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.

Campus & City Life

Student Population

1,539

Degree-seeking undergraduates (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release). Graduate students are not included.

Staff Ratio

10:1

Students per staff

International Students

7%

Of student body

Campus at a Glance

Campus Type

Urban

City Size

Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)

Climate (indicative)

Four seasons

Safety Index (indicative)

7.5/10

Transport

Good (close to station or regional airport)

Social Scene

Friendly community

Student Life & City (indicative)

Evansville offers a well-rounded US student experience — solid nightlife, good food options, sports culture and a lively campus scene. A comfortable and enjoyable place to spend your university years.

  • Evansville offers a well-rounded US student experience — solid nightlife, good food options, sports culture and a lively campus scene.
  • A comfortable and enjoyable place to spend your university years.

What Students Love

  • Active pub & club scene
  • Great café culture
  • Major sports culture

University Stats

Undergraduate Students1,539
Student-to-Staff Ratio10:1
International Students7%
Safety Index (indicative)7.5/10

Career & Outcomes

Completion Rate

68%

Completion rate (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release): share of students who finish their degree. Not an employment rate.

Avg Starting Salary

£27,689

Average first-year salary

Placement Year

✗ Not offered

Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

Primary education graduates qualify to teach across Key Stages 1 and 2 in state and independent schools, with QTS or equivalent teacher registration. Pathways into SENCO, headship and international school teaching are well-established.

  • Primary education graduates qualify to teach across Key Stages 1 and 2 in state and independent schools, with QTS or equivalent teacher registration.
  • Pathways into SENCO, headship and international school teaching are well-established.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Business
  • Education
  • Government

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

  • Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition

US$45,800

per year, 2026-27 Official fee page

Home Tuition

US$45,800

per year, 2026-27 Official fee page

Total Programme Cost

US$183,200

For full 4 years

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

HIGH

This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)US$45,800per year, 2026-27 Official fee page
Tuition (Home)US$45,800per year, 2026-27 Official fee page

Monthly Student Budget (indicative)

Housing£829/mo
Food & Groceries£331/mo
Transport£94/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,453
Annual living costs£17,443/yr

Cost Overview (indicative)

In the moderately expensive range for US cities — expect around $1,840/month (housing $1,050, food $420, transport $120). A US university city with solid amenities and a well-rounded student lifestyle.

  • In the moderately expensive range for US cities — expect around $1,840/month (housing $1,050, food $420, transport $120).
  • A US university city with solid amenities and a well-rounded student lifestyle.