Elementary Education at Governors State University
If you plan to study Elementary Education, consider the program at Governors State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Governors State University is located in University Park, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 26 elementary education graduations were recorded at Governors State University.
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Online Class Availability at Governors State University
Many students take online classes at Governors State University. Of 4,397 students, 1,705 (39%) studied exclusively online and 1,813 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Elementary Education Rankings at Governors State University
Use these rankings to compare Governors State University’s Elementary Education program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #3 of 39 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #17 of 139 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #27 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #75 of 110 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #147 of 871 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #443 of 691 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Elementary Education graduates at Governors State University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Elementary Education graduates at Governors State University are 85% women (22) and 15% men (4).
Elementary Education Bachelor’s Program at Governors State University
Among the 26 bachelor’s elementary education degrees awarded at Governors State University, 85% were women (22) and 15% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Elementary Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Governors State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 35% of Elementary Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Governors State University, above the national average of 23%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Best-Paid Careers for Elementary Education Graduates
Students who finish Elementary Education program at Governors State University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid 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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