by our College Data Analytics TeamFor its 2024 ranking, College Factual looked at 12 schools in Virginia to determine which ones were the best for elementary education students pursuing a bachelor's degree. Combined, these schools handed out 429 bachelor's degrees in elementary education to qualified students.
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The elementary teaching bachelor's degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. When choosing a school we recommend considering some of the following factors:
A school that excels in educating for a particular major and degree level must be a great school overall as well. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our full ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for elementary education students working on their bachelor's degree.
When choosing the right school for you, it's important to arm yourself with all the facts you can. To that end, we've created a number of major-specific rankings, including this Best Elementary Education Bachelor's Degree Schools in Virginia list to help you make the college decision.
In addition to College Factual's rankings, you may want to take a look at College Combat, our unique tool that lets you pit your favorite schools head-to-head and compare how they rate on factors that most interest you. When you have some time, check it out - you may want to bookmark the link so you don't forget it.
Explore the top ranked colleges and universities for elementary education students seeking a a bachelor's degree.
Any student pursuing a degree in a bachelor's degree in elementary education needs to check out University of Virginia - Main Campus. University of Virginia is a fairly large public university located in the suburb of Charlottesville.More information about a bachelor’s in elementary education from University of Virginia - Main Campus
George Mason University is a wonderful decision for students pursuing a bachelor's degree in elementary education. GMU is a fairly large public university located in the suburb of Fairfax.More information about a bachelor’s in elementary education from George Mason University
Liberty University is one of the best schools in the country for getting a bachelor's degree in elementary education. Located in the city of Lynchburg, Liberty University is a private not-for-profit university with a very large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in elementary education from Liberty University
Every student who is interested in a bachelor's degree in elementary education has to take a look at Shenandoah University. Shenandoah is a small private not-for-profit university located in the small city of Winchester.More information about a bachelor’s in elementary education from Shenandoah University
Located in the medium-sized city of Arlington, Marymount is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a bachelor’s in elementary education from Marymount University
Ferrum College is a fairly small private not-for-profit college located in the rural area of Ferrum.More information about a bachelor’s in elementary education from Ferrum College
Located in the suburb of Williamsburg, William & Mary is a public school with a medium-sized student population.More information about a bachelor’s in elementary education from William & Mary
Located in the medium-sized city of Norfolk, Old Dominion is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in elementary education from Old Dominion University
JMU is a fairly large public university located in the small city of Harrisonburg.More information about a bachelor’s in elementary education from James Madison University
Located in the city of Richmond, VCU is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in elementary education from Virginia Commonwealth University
Explore all the Best Elementary Education Schools in the Southeast Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 492 | 1,521 |
| Tennessee | 460 | 384 |
| North Carolina | 453 | 1,158 |
| Georgia | 453 | 1,091 |
| South Carolina | 370 | 454 |
| Kentucky | 331 | 709 |
| Alabama | 320 | 756 |
| Louisiana | 306 | 333 |
| Arkansas | 294 | 403 |
| Mississippi | 275 | 824 |
| West Virginia | 223 | 268 |
Elementary Education is one of 13 different types of Teacher Education Grade Specific programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Early Childhood Education | 210 |
| Teacher Development & Methodology | 31 |
| Kindergarten/Preschool Education & Teaching | 30 |
| Teacher Education | 20 |
| Secondary Education | 2 |
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education & Teaching | 1 |
