Make a difference in the classroom Students in Elementary Teacher Education (ETE) develop the skills to become outstanding elementary, middle school, and special education teachers, prepared to meet the challenges of educating today's diverse student population. Our program allows students to become dually certified in elementary education (K-8) and one of six areas of concentration: English as a Second Language, special education, middle school mathematics, middle school English, middle school science or middle school social studies. Having a second teaching certificate makes our graduates even more marketable. Students also have the option of choosing a single certification area in elementary education in conjunction with a UD minor. Students interested in this option should speak with an advisor to discuss the limitations of a single certification. An Honors Degree is available for this major. Our rigorous coursework and semester-long student teaching placements ensure our graduates are eligible for teacher certification in Delaware and most states. Students can also enroll in a 4+1 program and begin pursuing a master's degree in Exceptional Children & Youth or Teaching English as a Second Language, while still an undergraduate. Our Graduate Program is consistently ranked among the nation's top 40 by US News & World Report and nearly 95% of our education students are employed or are accepted into graduate school within six months of graduation.

The Elementary Teacher Education is a Bachelor degree offered by University of Delaware at its main campus in Newark , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 4 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 29, 2027.
About Bachelor of Elementary Teacher Education
Disciplines
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Elementary Teacher Education at University of Delaware
Entry Requirements
1. Complete the UD Online Application for the University of Delaware and the $75 application fee.
2. Send official transcripts/examination results* for all secondary and post-secondary work to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
3. Send your test scores:
- TOEFL score 79 iBT or better**
- IELTS score 6.5 or better***
4. Provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher or academic advisor.
Recommendations must be sent directly from the source to our office.
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 79
Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Elementary Teacher Education
- Teacher in public/private school
- Special education teacher
- Curriculum specialist
- Program director
- School administrator
- Professor/researcher
Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Elementary Teacher Education at University of Delaware
How to Apply for Bachelor of Elementary Teacher Education at University of Delaware
Simply submit your application using the UD Online Application and complete the checklist below. We release admission decisions on a rolling basis, which means the sooner you apply, the sooner you’ll know whether the University of Delaware could be part of your future.

United States of America, Newark