The Elementary Education program at the University of Kentucky prepares students to become Elementary Education teachers, and it also lays the groundwork for several other career possibilities in fields like School Leadership, Educational Psychology, Curriculum Design, State Policy, Publishing, Higher Education, and Corporate Training.
Department of Curriculum & Instruction Undergraduate Programs
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Elementary Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Middle Level Education
The Middle Level Teacher Education Program is a personalized, innovative program at the University of Kentucky. Teacher Candidates will participate in University-School Partnerships with strong collaborations between faculty and classroom teachers. Program completion leads to Kentucky certification in grades 5-9 in two content areas (English, Math, Social Studies, Science).
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Secondary English Education**
In the Secondary English Education Program, we prepare teachers who know how to value and use traditional methods alongside new knowledge about language arts in today’s society to maximize student success.
**For more information on initial certification, see Master’s with Initial Certification (MIC).
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Secondary social Studies Education**
The Secondary Social Studies Education Program offers a breadth of classes and a wealth of field experiences. The combination of these classroom and experiential activities result in graduates who are prepared for many of the Secondary Social Studies challenges!
**For more information on initial certification, see Master’s with Initial Certification (MIC).
Undergraduate Certificate in Globally Competent Teaching
Learn how to incorporate global issues, diverse perspectives, and intercultural learning into your future classroom/educational setting.
Globally Competent Teaching undergraduate certificate details
Cost of Attendance
Understand the total estimated expense to attend UK, including tuition, fees, housing, meals, books, supplies, transportation, and personal expenses.
Tuition and Fees
Understand the specific charges for instruction and related services, excluding other living and personal expenses.