Elementary Education

It’s true. You can study to become an elementary school teacher at hundreds of institutions. But only one college has the distinction of being the WELS College of Ministry: Martin Luther College in New Ulm, Minnesota.
MLC is unique in purpose and unique in preparation. Here we will equip you to be a professional educator and—much more important—a public minister of the gospel. Upon graduation, you’ll be ready to serve the church as a teacher in one of the 350+ elementary schools in the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod.

What Makes MLC Different ?

Here “on the hill,” you’ll experience daily chapel, religion courses, an exemplary professional education, and a culture of love and acceptance built on the foundation of Jesus Christ. Your professors have all served in the public ministry in congregations and schools, and they share their experiences in their classrooms. Your fellow students are Christians with a heart for ministry, just like you. You may begin as classmates and teammates, but you end up as fellow workers in the church, brothers and sisters, and often friends for life.

Program Requirements

Sample Courses:

“I chose MLC because I knew that I wanted to share my faith with others while I teach. MLC provides great education classes and plenty of preparation for sharing the Word. I'm learning how to serve the Lord with the special gifts he has given me.”
Lisa Komay
MLC 2009
Elementary Education

Upon successful completion of this program,you will . . .

• earn a Bachelor of Science in Education degree;
• meet Minnesota standards for elementary licensure; and
• be eligible for assignment to a school in the WELS.

  “Some of the blessings of my education at Martin Luther College were the strong Christian family atmosphere, the close relationships forged with professors, and the development of a network of professional teachers, whom I now can turn to for encouragement.”
  Aaron Hartwig
  MLC 2002
  Principal, Teacher, Athletic Director
  St. John Lutheran School
  Hemlock, Michigan

  Our graduates demonstrate . . .

  • firm grounding in God’s Word;
  • competency in planning, teaching, and evaluating lessons;
  • the ability to integrate God’s Word into every lesson;
  • the ability to create effective learning environments; and
  • a service attitude toward their students, schools, and congregations.