In the Elementary Education program at BYU, you will prepare to teach and serve with a Christ-centered commitment to compassion, equity, and civic engagement. Guided by the example of Jesus Christ and the principles of the BYU-Public School Partnership, you will strive for academic excellence while inspiring others through service, integrity, and a sincere love for God and neighbors.
Throughout the program, you will develop the capacity to:
Through reflective practice, hands-on field experiences, and spiritual growth, you will develop as a dedicated steward of education—deeply committed to the well-being of each learner, school, and community. Graduating from this program, you will be prepared to uplift and strengthen others through a lifelong pursuit of knowledge, empathy, and service.
In order to apply to the major, you must first complete the following:
See a program advisor in the Educational Advisement Center to assist with the major change and review GPA and test scores.
Pick up a flier in 175 MCKB, or check the student calendar.
In order to graduate from the program, you must first complete the following:
See a program advisor in the Educational Advisement Center to assist with creating an academic plan.
Maintain good academic standing with no grade below a C in any program course.
Visit the Student Teaching/Internships to learn more.
Visit Praxis Info to learn more.
The Advisement Center will email students instructions to complete the licensure process with the Utah State Board of Education upon graduation.
These are the steps to apply to the major, there are two rounds of admission each year:
For more information check the prerequisite tab.
Access the Educator application system and register for free. Complete the admissions checklist in the application and submit by Feb 15th or Oct 1st.
View Fingerprinting to learn more. Allow of 1-3 weeks for the fingerprints to be processed.
Visit with a program advisor in the Education Advisement Center (175 MCKB) to create a grad plan.
If you have any questions, please contact the Teacher Education department office or the Education Advisement Center to learn more.
Eled, Last names A-C
Eled, Last names D-L
Eled, Last names M-Z
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