With West Chester University’s deep roots in teacher preparation, it’s no surprise that its Early and Middle Grades Education programs recently earned notable national rankings.

The top placement comes from Study.com, which ranks WCU at No. 9 in the country for Best Early Childhood Education Programs for 2020. The website’s rankings emphasize accessibility, affordability, and quality of education.

The website DiscoverEarlyChildhoodEdu.org has listed WCU’s Early and Middle Grades Education programs at No. 10 among the 2020 Top 65 Best Colleges with Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Bachelor’s Programs and No. 36 on its list of 2020’s Top 75 Early Childhood Education Master’s Programs in the United States.

Another national ranking: WCU is No. 15 on BestColleges.com’s 2020 list of the Best Accredited Online Master’s in Early Childhood Education Programs.

For 2020, Collegeaffordabilityguide.org ranks WCU at No. 27 among early childhood education programs. Its list includes community colleges.

At Universities.com, WCU is No. 6 among Best Early Childhood Ed Colleges in Pennsylvania for 2020 and No. 12 in the state for all education and liberal arts degrees.

“I am so proud of these accomplishments, but I am absolutely not surprised!” said Desha L. Williams, Dean of the College of Education and Social Work. “I have often been asked, ‘Why do you care about rankings?’ and ‘Why do you promote rankings?’ My answer is this: Rankings are one indication of the phenomenal work of our faculty and the fabulous learning opportunities provided to our students. WCU teacher candidates experience extensive time in the field, learning how to be flexible in the ever-changing educational landscape, and how to engage diverse learners through impactful educative experiences. Graduates of our educational programs are highly sought after by school districts and many return to West Chester to obtain advanced degrees.”

Click here for more information on WCU’s programs in Early and Middle Grades Education.

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