undergraduate
Early childhood education
Best schools with early childhood education
What is an early childhood education major?
Students of early childhood education teach students ranging in age from infancy through eight years (grade three), depending on the school system or state regulations. This includes preparation to teach all relevant subject matter.
How much do early childhood education majors make?
median average salary
$49,000/yr
The national average salary for early childhood education graduates in the United States is $49,000 per year. Those in the top 10 percent make over $85,000 a year, while the bottom 10 percent make under $20,000 a year. While salary ranges can vary by role, industry, and location, early childhood education graduates typically make between $33,500 and $64,000 per year.
How popular is early childhood education as a major?
Each year, around 13,100 students obtain a bachelor’s degree and around 7,300 students obtain an associate degree in early childhood education. In 2021, 13,917 students received a bachelor's degree and 7,511 students received an associate degree. This is 7% more early childhood education majors than there were in 2020. Early childhood education is one of the most popular majors within education.
