Elementary Education at Western Carolina University
If you are interested in studying Elementary Education, consider the program at Western Carolina University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Western Carolina University is in Cullowhee, NC.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 40 elementary education degrees were granted at Western Carolina University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Western Carolina University
Online coursework is an option at Western Carolina University. Of 11,686 students, 2,836 (24%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,047 (26%) took at least some classes online.
Elementary Education Rankings at Western Carolina University
Rankings can help you compare Western Carolina University’s Elementary Education program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #8 of 21 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #11 of 33 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #65 of 186 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #68 of 227 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #231 of 871 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #323 of 691 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Elementary Education graduates at Western Carolina University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Elementary Education graduates at Western Carolina University are 92% women (37) and 8% men (3).
Elementary Education Bachelor’s Program at Western Carolina University
Among the 40 bachelor’s elementary education degrees awarded at Western Carolina University, 92% were women (37) and 8% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Elementary Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Carolina University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 34 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 10% of Elementary Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Carolina 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.
Best-Paid Careers for Elementary Education Graduates
Graduates of the Elementary Education program at Western Carolina University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-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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