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Why Study Education at CSB & SJU?

Choose Education at CSB + SJU, and join a community dedicated to nurturing compassionate, curious, and community-oriented educators. You’ll not only gain knowledge and skills but also develop the passion and purpose to make a lasting impact in the lives of K-12 learners.

Highlights to Consider
  • Complete your degree and earn your teaching license in just four years.
  • You will gain valuable experience through collaboration with K-12 educators and immersive experiences in diverse classrooms, culminating in 16 weeks of full-time student teaching.
  • Benefit from opportunities to work closely with supportive faculty.
  • Expand your horizons with short-term, education-focused study abroad experiences.
  • Exploration of appropriate ways to integrate cutting edge technologies (e.g., robotics, 3-D printing, AI) in classrooms.
  • Opportunities to apply for Education Department scholarships to support your studies.
  • Participate in the Teacher Leaders of Color program.

Careers

One year after graduation, approximately 97% of our graduating classes are employed, continuing their education, or engaged in a full-time volunteer program.

Programs & Curriculum

At CSB + SJU students can choose from a variety of licensing options, including:

  • Elementary Education (grades K-6)
  • Art, Music, World Languages and English as a Second Language (grades K-12)
  • English, Science, Social Studies, and Mathematics (grades 5-12)