Explore the Field of Education
Educational Studies Major
Prepare for diverse roles in educational settings.
Bachelor of Arts in Educational Studies
The educational studies major at Lynchburg is for students passionate about education and interested in flexible career paths. Whether you’re interested in graduate school, working with education policy and administration, or future teacher licensure, our educational studies major will be a great fit to launch into your career with confidence.
Your choice of emphasis from elementary education, disability studies, and health and physical education will prepare you for unique teaching opportunities. By focusing on one of these diverse areas, you’ll understand how education impacts individual lives and society.
Choosing the educational studies major at Lynchburg means joining a community that values collaborative learning, reflective practice, and developing professionals who will make a difference in the field of education.
The educational studies major offers three emphases:
Curriculum and Resources
2024-25 Academic Year Information
Program requirements for the following can be found in the undergraduate catalog.
- Education Studies (BA)
What Jobs Can I Get With an Educational Studies Degree?
A degree in educational studies from Lynchburg opens many career opportunities beyond traditional teaching roles. Our graduates possess a deep understanding of educational principles, collaboration, and innovative thinking, which prepares them for positions in traditional educational settings, nonprofit organizations, or governmental agencies.
Possible annual salaries for the types of jobs held by educational studies graduates include the following:
- Community education coordinator: $48,000
- Curriculum developer: $63,000
- Educational consultant: $65,000
- Educational policy analyst: $60,000
- Education technology specialist: $57,000
- Instructional coordinator: $66,000
- Learning and development specialist: $62,000
- Museum educator: $48,000
- Nonprofit educational program manager: $55,000
- Special education advocate: $50,000
Salary and job projections are based on national averages from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and other credible sources. The data provides career options and salary ranges but does not guarantee obtaining these positions after graduation. These represent national averages and may vary depending on the source and time frame of collection. Actual salaries vary by region. Some jobs may require additional training or a graduate education.
As a Lynchburg educational studies student, you'll:
Understand educational theories and their practical applications across various settings.
Gain insights into inclusive education practices, particularly while studying disability studies and health and physical education.
Learn how to collaborate with families, colleagues, and professionals within and outside the education sector.
Grow critical thinking and reflective skills to assess educational practices and contribute to positive outcomes.
Prepare for advanced studies or career opportunities in educational policy, administration, and more.
"By teaching, I’m contributing to the relaying of this fascinating information and that’s one of the marks I’d like to leave on the world."
- Dylan Dannecker '24
