Bachelor in Elementary Education and Teaching (Bachelor's)

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The programme prepares students for teaching in grades 1-6 or birth-6 through a structured curriculum grounded in educational theory and research. Students engage in field experiences in local school districts starting in their first year. The block semester format groups students for five teaching methods courses with weekly on-site classroom practice. Final semester includes two student teaching placements across New York state districts.

The programme requires a total of 120 credits, distributed across general education, content-specific courses, professional education courses, and a chosen liberal arts concentration. Students complete a block of five teaching methods courses and two student teaching placements during their final semester.

Graduates enter roles as elementary school teachers in public and private schools across New York State and other regions.

Applicants must meet general university admission requirements. Transfer students may enter through the partnership with Mohawk Valley Community College. Required documents include official transcripts and application materials submitted through the university portal.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. In Person, Full-Time, Four-Year Duration. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 70% of applicants.

Student life at SUNY Oneonta includes more than 150 clubs and organizations, along with 6,844 campus events and activities offered last year. The campus is known for its scenic setting, beautiful views and college-town atmosphere. Students can take part in campus activities, explore the surrounding community and connect through a welcoming campus environment. An international student from India is featured among the college’s student profiles.

Academic study combines choice with practical experience. SUNY Oneonta offers more than 50 undergraduate programs and more than a dozen graduate programs, including in-person and online master’s degree and certificate options. Students can explore subjects across the sciences and humanities, with examples including physics, biology with a pre-veterinary concentration, mathematics and digital and studio art. Hands-on learning is central to the college experience, with opportunities designed to help students prepare for future work and study.

International students should review admission criteria, financial aid information and application requirements before applying. Out-of-state costs listed by the college include $18,020 in tuition, $1,761 in fees and $17,240 for housing and meals, with an $8,000 NYS Advantage Award shown in the published estimate. The college also awarded $8.9 million in scholarships in 2024-25. Student-led campus tours and a virtual tour offer ways to learn more about Oneonta before enrolling.