Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education

The Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education degree offers licensure in kindergarten through sixth grade. Students, who take courses in social studies, literature and literacy, math and science, have a minimum of three semesters of clinical coursework in various school settings before graduation.

UAFS is one of two teacher education programs in the state to incorporate Professional Development Schools. Selected courses are taught on-site in public schools, in two different school districts, thus providing greater opportunity to implement instructional strategies with public school students directly. Teacher candidates visit classrooms to see teaching strategies in action.

The goal of the Bachelor of Science degree program in Elementary Education is to provide a baccalaureate program for the preparation of elementary teachers that provides:

Content Knowledge. Demonstrate content knowledge by completing the appropriate PRAXIS II content exam.

Learner & Learning. Demonstrate an appropriate response to diversity in the classroom by completing a diversity case study.

Instructional Planning & Practice. Successfully develop and implement an integrated unit of study.

Professional Responsibility. Successfully collaborate with colleagues, families, and community members, which will be evaluated by an artefact's end-of-program portfolio presentation.

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith (UAFS) offers a rich, vibrant learning environment. Small class sizes allow students the opportunity to collaborate with their professors and peers and develop life-long professional connections with faculty who are experts in their fields.

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith aims to build its reputation as a regional destination for high-quality, affordable education, where diverse aspirational students and faculty thrive and excel.

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith offers bachelor's and associate degrees, master's degrees, and certificate programs, all aimed at preparing students to explore, innovate, and compete in the global workforce. An intentional focus on an increasing evening, weekend, and online course options has afforded more access to adult learners, full time working students, and military and veteran students.

With state-of-the-art on-campus and digital-learning facilities, industry-standard training instrumentation, and cutting-edge research technology, The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith offers students up-to-date, hands-on education focused on the future.