Explore the Field of Education
Educational Studies Major
Prepare for diverse roles in educational settings.
Prepare for diverse roles in educational settings.
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:
Program requirements for the following can be found in the undergraduate catalog.
A degree in educational studies from Lynchburg opens many career opportunities beyond traditional teaching roles. Our graduates hold a deep understanding of educational principles, collaboration, and innovative thinking that prepares them for positions in traditional education settings, nonprofit organizations, or governmental agencies.
Possible annual salaries for the types of jobs held by educational studies graduates include the following:
Salary and job projections come from national averages in the Bureau of Labor Statistics and other sources, including Glassdoor, Indeed, and industry-specific posts and publications. The data is meant to provide you with an idea of career options and salary ranges, not as a guarantee of obtaining these positions after graduation. These represent national averages and may vary by source and time frame collected. Actual salaries vary by region. Some jobs may require additional training or graduate education.