Bachelor in Elementary Education and Teaching (Bachelor's)

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This programme prepares students to teach children in grades 1-6 in New York State. It combines pedagogical training with a subject-area concentration to build expertise in curriculum, literacy, and learner needs. Students gain hands-on experience through fieldwork starting in their first education course and complete a full semester of student teaching by their senior year. The programme leads to eligibility for New York State initial certification in general education elementary education.

Focus areas include Biology, Chemistry, English, General Science, Mathematics, Physics.

The programme requires 121 credit hours, including coursework in pedagogy, a subject-area concentration, and a full semester of student teaching. Fieldwork begins in the first education course and continues through the senior year.

Graduates enter roles as certified elementary school teachers in general education classrooms for grades 1-6.

Applicants must submit an application, transcripts, a personal statement, and letters of recommendation. SAT/ACT scores are optional. Early Action deadline is November 15, and Regular Decision deadline is February 1. International students receive support for visas and English-language assessments.

The programme totals about 121 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, four years. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 78% of applicants.

Manhattan College is a Lasallian Catholic institution guided by faith, respect, learning, community, and social justice. Students from all backgrounds are welcomed to develop academically and personally, with opportunities to grow as leaders and contribute to their communities. Campus housing, dining, counseling, fitness facilities, and supportive services help students settle into residential study.

Academic options are organised across the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. Arts and Sciences programmes develop critical thinking and research skills across the sciences, humanities, and social sciences. Business students study finance, analytics, marketing, and entrepreneurship through hands-on learning and internships. Engineering programmes combine technical education with practical design experiences connected to New York City’s engineering and technology sectors. Internships, employer partnerships, and alumni connections are part of the academic experience across the schools.

Riverdale provides a quieter campus base in the Bronx, with tree-lined streets, cafés, and a strong campus feel. Van Cortlandt Park, covering more than 1,100 acres, is nearby. Midtown Manhattan is around 30 minutes away, giving students access to internships, museums, entertainment, cultural institutions, and networking opportunities. More than 80 clubs and organisations support involvement beyond classes, while the city and the Bronx provide opportunities to explore culture, history, food, and innovation.