Elementary Education

College of Education

Teacher Education Program

Gain the skills and knowledge necessary to teach and guide school children in grades K-12 and gain teacher certification.

Campuses:

  • Global Campus (Online)
  • Pullman
  • Spokane
  • Tri-Cities
  • Vancouver

Degree Types:

  • Bachelor's
  • Certificate
  • Doctorate
  • Graduate Certificate
  • Master's

Highlights

  • Faculty have collaborative relationships with more than 150 school districts statewide 
  • Practicum hours and student teaching integrated throughout the program helps you apply your knowledge and gain experience 
  • Participate in undergraduate research guided by renowned faculty 

Career

With an Elementary Education degree, you can work in: 

  • Public and private schools 
  • Counseling  
  • Coaching 
  • Educational administration 
  • Non-profit organizations

Transfer Students

WSU accepts credit from Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and CLEP exams, associate degrees, Running Start and more.  

You’re considered a transfer student at WSU if you’ve received college credit post-high school.  

Use our Transfer Course Search Tool to determine what courses you need to take at your current institution to transition to WSU smoothly. 

Admission to WSU and admission to your desired major are two separate processes. Contact your academic department for specific requirements and prerequisites unique to your major.   

Scholarships

Complete the General Scholarship Application to be eligible for 700+ WSU scholarship programs, including ones specifically for a major you’re interested in. Use our search tool to find more scholarships outside WSU.  

Fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or WASFA (Washington Application for State Financial Aid) to be considered for scholarships, grants, loans, and other forms of aid. 

Internships, Jobs, and Work-study

Find hundreds of student-friendly jobs, internships, and work-study opportunities with our WSU student job board, Handshake. You can also check with departments for internships specific to a major. 

Get advice and learn more at the Academic Success and Career Center. 

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Degree Options

Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education

  • Pullman
  • Vancouver
  • Tri-Cities

Master of Arts in Educational Leadership

  • Pullman
  • Spokane

Master of Arts in Special Education

  • Pullman
  • Vancouver
  • Global Campus (Online)

Master of Education in Educational Leadership

  • Pullman
  • Vancouver
  • Tri-Cities
  • Spokane

Master of Education in Special Education

  • Pullman
  • Global Campus (Online)
  • Vancouver

Master in Teaching: Elementary

  • Pullman
  • Vancouver
  • Tri-Cities
  • Spokane

Master in Teaching: Secondary

  • Pullman
  • Vancouver
  • Tri-Cities
  • Spokane

Master of Arts in Education in Sport Management

  • Pullman
  • Global Campus (Online)

Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction

  • Pullman
  • Spokane

Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction

  • Pullman
  • Tri-Cities
  • Spokane
  • Vancouver

Master of Education in English Language Learners

  • Pullman
  • Vancouver
  • Tri-Cities

Master of Education in Language, Literacy, and Technology Education

  • Pullman
  • Vancouver
  • Tri-Cities

Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership

  • Pullman
  • Vancouver
  • Tri-Cities
  • Spokane

Doctor of Philosophy in Special Education

  • Pullman
  • Vancouver

Education Administrator Credentials

  • Pullman
  • Spokane
  • Tri-Cities
  • Vancouver

English Language Learners

  • Pullman
  • Tri-Cities
  • Vancouver

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