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#1

#1 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC

Each year, Western Carolina University grants around 266 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

82

SAT Score

1,030–1,230

Median Starting Salary

$50,434

#2

#2 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC

At North Carolina Central University, the most popular majors students pursue are Social Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

33

SAT Score

910–1,100

Median Starting Salary

$49,399

#3

#3 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Western New Mexico University
Silver City, NM

Annually, Western New Mexico University awards about 35 degrees to those studying Social Work, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching, Psychology, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

32

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$47,612

#4

#4 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas, NM

At New Mexico Highlands University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching, Clinical/Medical Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

59

SAT Score

850–1,040

Median Starting Salary

$48,195

#5

#5 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA

Each year, Georgia State University grants about 543 degrees to students majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

99

SAT Score

960–1,220

Median Starting Salary

$46,505

#6

#6 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL

Annually, Eastern Illinois University awards about 95 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

880–1,100

Median Starting Salary

$50,978

#7

#7 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus
Cincinnati, OH

Every year, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus awards about 455 degrees to those majoring in Marketing/Marketing Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

32

SAT Score

1,180–1,350

Median Starting Salary

$49,854

#8

#8 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Keystone College
La Plume, PA

Every year, Keystone College grants about 27 degrees to students studying Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

910–1,130

Median Starting Salary

$51,348

#9

#9 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

University of Maryland-College Park
College Park, MD

Every year, the University of Maryland-College Park grants around 948 degrees to students studying Computer Science, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Information Science/Studies, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

45%

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

1,400–1,540

Median Starting Salary

$49,023

#10

#10 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Westfield State University
Westfield, MA

At Westfield State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. In fact, Westfield State University awards 150 degrees per year to graduating Criminal Justice/Safety Studies students....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

1,000–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$54,703

#11

#11 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Mississippi Valley State University
Itta Bena, MS

At Mississippi Valley State University, the most popular majors students pursue are General Studies, Business Administration and Management, General, and Sport and Fitness Administration/Management....view more

Acceptance Rate

51%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

800–970

Median Starting Salary

$48,425

#12

#12 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Tulane University of Louisiana
New Orleans, LA

At Tulane University of Louisiana, the most popular majors students pursue are Finance, General, Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

14%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

1,400–1,510

Median Starting Salary

$48,678

#13

#13 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Kean University
Union, NJ

At Kean University, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration. In fact, Kean University grants 378 degrees per year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

900–1,170

Median Starting Salary

$50,675

#14

#14 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC

Annually, East Carolina University grants around 325 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

1,020–1,220

Median Starting Salary

$51,103

#15

#15 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ

Every year, the University of Arizona awards around 486 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

1,100–1,330

Median Starting Salary

$48,219

#16

#16 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OH

Annually, Shawnee State University grants around 38 degrees to those majoring in Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

980–1,190

Median Starting Salary

$49,318

#17

#17 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC

At Elizabeth City State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

840–1,040

Median Starting Salary

$49,047

#18

#18 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Purdue University Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN

Every year, Purdue University Fort Wayne awards around 163 degrees to those majoring in Business/Commerce, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

990–1,240

Median Starting Salary

$50,617

#19

#19 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Yeshiva University
New York, NY

At Yeshiva University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Finance, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, Yeshiva University awards 66 degrees per year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

56%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,330–1,490

Median Starting Salary

$50,331

#20

#20 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo
Arecibo, PR

At Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo, the three most popular college majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

38%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$45,379

#21

#21 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Stevenson University
Owings Mills, MD

At Stevenson University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,010–1,190

Median Starting Salary

$53,539

#22

#22 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Catawba College
Salisbury, NC

Every year, Catawba College awards around 40 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

960–1,240

Median Starting Salary

$52,252

#23

#23 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, NC

At the University of North Carolina Wilmington, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

64%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,200–1,340

Median Starting Salary

$50,024

#24

#24 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Charlotte, NC

Every year, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte grants around 665 degrees to students majoring in Computer Science, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Finance, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,110–1,320

Median Starting Salary

$48,444

#25

#25 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Hampton University
Hampton, VA

Every year, Hampton University awards about 42 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

62%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

810–1,100

Median Starting Salary

$52,283

#26

#26 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Universidad Central de Bayamon
Bayamón, PR

Annually, Universidad Central de Bayamon grants around 31 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Natural Sciences, and Social Work....view more

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$45,753

#27

#27 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Erskine College
Due West, SC

At Erskine College, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

61%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

950–1,170

Median Starting Salary

$53,813

#28

#28 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

University of Minnesota Duluth
Duluth, MN

At the University of Minnesota Duluth, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Finance, and General. In fact, the University of Minnesota Duluth awards 151 degrees per year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,150–1,320

Median Starting Salary

$54,767

#29

#29 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KY

Each year, Northern Kentucky University awards around 344 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

970–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$50,108

#30

#30 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Bowie State University
Bowie, MD

Each year, Bowie State University awards around 124 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

770–980

Median Starting Salary

$50,268

#31

#31 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

North Park University
Chicago, IL

Each year, North Park University grants around 98 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$50,718

#32

#32 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Pembroke, NC

Annually, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke grants around 228 degrees to those studying Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

890–1,090

Median Starting Salary

$49,687

#33

#33 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA

Annually, Norfolk State University grants about 115 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business/Commerce, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, and Social Work....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

860–1,100

Median Starting Salary

$48,802

#34

#34 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Campbell University
Buies Creek, NC

Annually, Campbell University awards around 92 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,020–1,220

Median Starting Salary

$49,689

#35

#35 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Pennsylvania Western University
California, PA

Annually, Pennsylvania Western University grants about 187 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$50,863

#36

#36 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

University of Arkansas at Monticello
Monticello, AR

At the University of Arkansas at Monticello, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Education, General, and General Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

850–1,110

Median Starting Salary

$50,863

#37

#37 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Marshall University
Huntington, WV

At Marshall University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business/Commerce, General, General Studies, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. In fact, Marshall University grants 172 degrees every year to graduating Business/Commerce, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

960–1,170

Median Starting Salary

$50,154

#38

#38 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Black Hills State University
Spearfish, SD

Every year, Black Hills State University awards about 55 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

970–1,180

Median Starting Salary

$52,568

#39

#39 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Gardner-Webb University
Boiling Springs, NC

At Gardner-Webb University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,040–1,250

Median Starting Salary

$49,485

#40

#40 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Inter American University of Puerto Rico-San German
San German, PR

At Inter American University of Puerto Rico-San German, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

51%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$45,829

#41

#41 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Guayama
Guayama, PR

At Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Guayama, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Accounting, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

48%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$44,346

#42

#42 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC

At Winston-Salem State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

850–1,040

Median Starting Salary

$49,605

#43

#43 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Metro
San Juan, PR

Every year, Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Metro awards around 39 degrees to those studying Biomedical Sciences, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Accounting....view more

Acceptance Rate

56%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$46,151

#44

#44 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Fajardo
Fajardo, PR

Annually, Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Fajardo awards around 43 degrees to students majoring in Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, General, and Social Work....view more

Acceptance Rate

36%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$45,929

#45

#45 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS

Annually, Pittsburg State University grants about 106 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Construction Management, Psychology, General, Business/Commerce, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

930–1,180

Median Starting Salary

$50,881

#46

#46 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Shaw University
Raleigh, NC

Each year, Shaw University awards around 30 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

760–970

Median Starting Salary

$47,580

#47

#47 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Aguadilla
Aguadilla, PR

Every year, Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Aguadilla grants around 46 degrees to students majoring in Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

47%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$45,190

#48

#48 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Athens State University
Athens, AL

Every year, Athens State University grants around 113 degrees to students studying Elementary Education and Teaching, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

35

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$49,296

#49

#49 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Springfield College-Regional- Online- and Continuing Education
Springfield, MA

Each year, Springfield College-Regional- Online- and Continuing Education grants around 66 degrees to students studying Community Organization and Advocacy, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$53,108

#50

#50 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Siena Heights University
Adrian, MI

At Siena Heights University, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

890–1,110

Median Starting Salary

$49,976

#51

#51 Best College for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching in the U.S.

Ana G- Mendez University
Orlando, FL

Every year, Ana G- Mendez University awards about 282 degrees to those majoring in Graphic Design, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Accounting....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$50,863

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About Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching

Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching programs prepare individuals to teach students in formal settings prior to beginning regular elementary school, usually ranging in age from three to six years (or grade one), depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all relevant subject matter.

Students studying Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching can be awarded a degree up to a Post masters certificate. On average, 97% percent of women and 3% percent of men make up the degrees awarded across all college campuses. Out of all the states in the US, North Carolina is where degrees in Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching are most commonly granted. The Median Starting Salary for an undergraduate degree in Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching is $34,700.

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Careers

Majoring in Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching, your experience could lead you towards different careers. Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching majors go on to find jobs including Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education and Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education which are in high demand. Some of the top paying jobs for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching majors include Education Teachers, Postsecondary, Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education and Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education.

Top Paying Careers

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These are the careers in highest demand for Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
726
Female Students
703 (96%)
Male Students
23 (3%)

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