by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual looked at 21 colleges and universities when compiling its 2024 Best Elementary Education Bachelor's Degree Schools in Minnesota ranking. When you put them all together, these colleges and universities awarded 986 bachelor's degrees in elementary education during the 2020-2021 academic year.
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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. To make it into this list, a school must excel in the following areas.
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 colleges for elementary education students working on their bachelor's degree.
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Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing a bachelor's degree in elementary education.
It's difficult to beat University of Minnesota - Twin Cities if you wish to pursue a bachelor's degree in elementary education. Located in the city of Minneapolis, UMN Twin Cities is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in elementary education from University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Martin Luther College is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a bachelor's degree in elementary education. Located in the town of New Ulm, MLC is a private not-for-profit college with a fairly small student population.More information about a bachelor’s in elementary education from Martin Luther College
Winona State University is a good option for individuals interested in a bachelor's degree in elementary education. Winona State is a medium-sized public university located in the town of Winona.More information about a bachelor’s in elementary education from Winona State University
Any student pursuing a degree in a bachelor's degree in elementary education has to check out University of St Thomas Minnesota. Located in the large city of Saint Paul, UST MN is a private not-for-profit university with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a bachelor’s in elementary education from University of St Thomas Minnesota
Located in the city of Mankato, Minnesota State Mankato is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in elementary education from Minnesota State University - Mankato
St. Cloud State University is a fairly large public university located in the city of Saint Cloud.More information about a bachelor’s in elementary education from Saint Cloud State University
MSU Moorhead is a small public university located in the medium-sized suburb of Moorhead.More information about a bachelor’s in elementary education from Minnesota State University - Moorhead
Located in the large city of Saint Paul, St. Kate's is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a bachelor’s in elementary education from St Catherine University
Located in the suburb of Saint Paul, Bethel University Minnesota is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a bachelor’s in elementary education from Bethel University Minnesota
Located in the suburb of Saint Joseph, CSB is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.More information about a bachelor’s in elementary education from College of Saint Benedict
Explore all the Best Elementary Education Schools in the Plains States Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 475 | 1,137 |
| Iowa | 403 | 1,175 |
| Kansas | 352 | 982 |
| Nebraska | 331 | 528 |
| North Dakota | 251 | 328 |
| South Dakota | 237 | 253 |
Elementary Education is one of 13 different types of Teacher Education Grade Specific programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Early Childhood Education | 212 |
| Kindergarten/Preschool Education & Teaching | 15 |
| Secondary Education | 10 |
| Teacher Development & Methodology | 10 |
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education & Teaching | 8 |
| Montessori Teacher Education | 5 |
