Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education
University of Cincinnati

Program Details

Become an effective teacher for students from birth through age 5 with this online early childhood education degree. The program, which is designed to build on associate degree competencies, prepares graduates for careers in child care, public or private schools, preschools, and other related environments.  

Benefit from Start-to-Graduation Support with a dedicated Academic Advisor and a Student Success Coordinator providing one-on-one support. This 100% online early childhood education degree is designed with working professionals in mind, offering both full-time and part-time schedules with multiple start times during the year. Take what you learn in the classroom and immediately apply it in your workplace.

This degree does not lead to PreK-5 licensure.

% Online

100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)

School Accreditation & Licensing

University of Cincinnati is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

High School or Equivalent

Recommended GPA

2.5 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Official High School Transcript/GED Score

Additional Info

  • Applicants who do not meet requirements may be eligible for admittance into the online associate’s program.