Elementary Education at Black Hills State University
If you plan to study Elementary Education, take a look at what Black Hills State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Black Hills State University is in Spearfish, SD.
During the most recent reporting year, 35 elementary education degrees were awarded at Black Hills State University.
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Studying Online at Black Hills State University
Many students take online classes at Black Hills State University. Of 3,346 students, 1,315 (39%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,135 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Elementary Education Rankings at Black Hills State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Black Hills State University’s Elementary Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | South Dakota | #1 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Dakota | #7 of 8 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #56 of 125 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #90 of 105 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #476 of 871 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #613 of 691 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Elementary Education graduates at Black Hills State University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Elementary Education graduates at Black Hills State University are 97% women (34) and 3% men (1).
Elementary Education Bachelor’s Program at Black Hills State University
Of the 35 bachelor’s elementary education graduates at Black Hills State University, 97% were women (34) and 3% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Elementary Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Black Hills State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 32 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
Minority students account for 9% of Elementary Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Black Hills State University, lower than the national average of 23%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Elementary Education Graduates
Those who complete Elementary Education program at Black Hills State University go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-paying careers for Elementary Education majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,329 |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | $75,366 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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