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California State University: Northridge

California

United States

Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Development at California State University, Northridge, offered through the Department of Child and Adolescent Development, prepares students for careers in early childhood education. The program emphasizes the analysis and synthesis of classic and contemporary research to promote positive developmental outcomes from conception through early adulthood. Students explore theories, concepts, and phenomena relevant to individual and social system development, including familial, biological, societal, cultural, physical, ecological, political, and historical settings. Graduates are well-prepared for roles as preschool or kindergarten teachers, early childhood specialists, and administrators, and are also equipped for advanced studies in fields like child clinical psychology, social work, and education.

Location

18111 Nordhoff St, Northridge, California, 91330

Website

https://www.calstate.edu/apply

Total Cost

$18,684

Median Salary

$44,348

Ranking

#1239

US World and News Report

Admissions

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Application Deadline

Acceptance rate

92.19%

Yield Rate

19.98%

ACT range

16-22

Cost and Scholarships

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Total Cost

$18,684

In State Cost

$6,084

Out of State Cost

$18,684

In State Tuition Fees

$6,084

Room And Board

$21,350

Living Cost

$46,574

Average Total Aid Awarded

$13,692

Funding Options

Merit Scholarship

Need-Based Aid

Scholarship

81.05% of students receive financial aid. Average award: $13,692.

Scholarships

The Joan & Paul Waller Dance Scholarship (USD 1,000) - Undergraduate Sophomore or Junior dance students with outstanding potential who aspire to a career in dance.; The Dance Forward Scholarship (USD 2,500) - Undergraduate or graduate dance students with outstanding potential to advance dance in their careers.; The Ruth Shiffrar Scholarship in Physical Education - Supports students pursuing a credential or master's in kinesiology with aspirations to become a physical education teacher. Requires a minimum 2.75 GPA and demonstrated financial need.; The Susan and Raymond Tartakoff Kinesiology Scholarship - Supports undergraduate and graduate students in the Kinesiology program working in the Center of Achievement, aspiring to careers in adapted physical activity or physical rehabilitation. Requires a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrated financial need.; The Leslie and Terry Cutler Kinesiology Scholarship - Supports undergraduate students working in the Center of Achievement, aspiring to careers in adapted physical activity. Requires senior year standing, demonstrated financial need, and a minimum 3.0 GPA.; The Arnett Scholarship in Kinesiology - Supports students in the Kinesiology program aspiring to a career in Kinesiology and Physical education. Eligibility includes graduation from CSUN with a baccalaureate degree in Kinesiology within the past two academic years, acceptance into the Master's program in Kinesiology, completion of sixty units of coursework at CSUN, and being in the top ten percent of graduating Kinesiology students.; Need-Based Scholarships - Students must have a completed FAFSA or Dream Act Application each academic year to qualify.; On-Campus Scholarships - Over 45 scholarship programs are available through CSUN campus awards, colleges, academic departments, and the CSU Foundation.; Other Financial Aid - Includes grants, loans, and work-study programs.