by our College Data Analytics TeamFor its 2024 ranking, College Factual looked at 8 schools in Pennsylvania to determine which ones were the best for elementary education students pursuing a master's degree. Combined, these schools handed out 121 master's degrees in elementary education to qualified students.
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The elementary teaching master'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. Below we explain some of the most important factors to consider before making your choice:
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 for a Master's Degree 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 master's degree.
Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Elementary Education Master's Degree Schools in Pennsylvania ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision.
Explore the top ranked colleges and universities for elementary education students seeking a a master's degree.
It's difficult to beat University of Pennsylvania if you wish to pursue a master's degree in elementary education. Located in the city of Philadelphia, UPenn is a private not-for-profit university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in elementary education from University of Pennsylvania
It is hard to beat Temple University if you want to pursue a master's degree in elementary education. Located in the large city of Philadelphia, Temple is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in elementary education from Temple University
Saint Joseph's University is one of the best schools in the country for getting a master's degree in elementary education. St. Joe's is a moderately-sized private not-for-profit university located in the city of Philadelphia.More information about a master’s in elementary education from Saint Joseph’s University
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is a good choice for individuals interested in a master's degree in elementary education. Kutztown University is a moderately-sized public university located in the town of Kutztown.More information about a master’s in elementary education from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Located in the small city of Bethlehem, Lehigh is a private not-for-profit university with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a master’s in elementary education from Lehigh University
Located in the small city of Scranton, Marywood is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a master’s in elementary education from Marywood University
Clarion University is a small public university located in the remote town of Clarion.More information about a master’s in elementary education from Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Located in the city of East Stroudsburg, East Stroudsburg University is a public university with a medium-sized student population.More information about a master’s in elementary education from East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
Located in the suburb of Rosemont, Rosemont is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.More information about a master’s in elementary education from Rosemont College
Explore all the Best Elementary Education Schools in the Middle Atlantic Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 695 | 1,095 |
| Maryland | 363 | 62 |
| New Jersey | 346 | 127 |
| District of Columbia | 334 | 39 |
| Delaware | 151 | 13 |
Elementary Education is one of 13 different types of Teacher Education Grade Specific programs to choose from.
