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You know that education can change lives. We're ready to help you change yours.

Whether you’re an aspiring teacher seeking certification or a current teacher whose career goals include a master’s degree, let WGU help you shape the minds of tomorrow’s leaders! We have more than 30 affordable education degree programs that can be completed at your pace. Here’s what WGU offers teachers:

The respect you deserve. Our CAEP-accredited Teachers College offers the number one secondary teacher-prep program for quality and value, according to the National Council on Teacher Quality.
The flexibility you need. Complete coursework anytime, anywhere. You can even accelerate through material you already know to graduate faster.
A cost you can swing. WGU’s low tuition is charged per term, not per credit. Many students qualify for federal aid, in addition to scholarships especially for teachers. We awarded over $28 million in 2023 in scholarship funding. Apply today.
The results you’re seeking. A degree is an achievement that comes with lasting benefits for your career and your salary.
Nationwide applicability. WGU teaching degree programs lead to licensure in all 50 states.

Find Your Teaching Degree at WGU

Elementary Education – B.A.

Special Education and Elementary Education – B.A. Leads to dual licensure in elementary education and K–12 special education.

Special Education (Mild to Moderate) – B.A. Leads to single licensure in K–12 special education.

Mathematics Education (Middle Grades) – B.S.

Mathematics Education (Secondary) – B.S.

Science Education (Middle Grades) – B.S.

Science Education (Secondary Chemistry) – B.S.

Science Education (Secondary Physics) – B.S.

Science Education (Secondary Biological Science) – B.S.

Science Education (Secondary Earth Science) – B.S.

Teaching, Elementary Education – M.A.

Teaching, English Education (Secondary) – M.A.

Teaching, Mathematics Education (Middle Grades) – M.A.

Teaching, Mathematics Education (Secondary) – M.A.

Teaching, Science Education (Secondary) – M.A.

Teaching, Special Education (K-12) – M.A.

Educational Leadership – M.S.

English Language Learning (ELL) (PreK–12) – M.A.

Mathematics Education (K–6) – M.A.

Mathematics Education (Middle Grades) – M.A.

Mathematics Education (Secondary) – M.A.

Science Education (Middle Grades) – M.A.

Science Education (Secondary Chemistry) – M.A.

Science Education (Secondary Physics) – M.A.

Science Education (Secondary Biological Science) – M.A.

Science Education (Secondary Earth Science) – M.A.

Educational Studies – B.A.

Curriculum and Instruction – M.S.

Education Technology & Instructional Design – M.Ed.

English Language Learning (PreK-12) Endorsement Preparation Program

Accredited, Respected,
Recognized™

One important measure of a degree’s value is the reputation of the university where it was earned. When employers, industry leaders, and academic experts hold your alma mater in high esteem, you reap the benefits of that respect. WGU is a pioneer in reinventing higher education for the 21st century, and our quality has been recognized.

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Spend Less with Flat-Rate Tuition

Undergraduate
School of Education undergraduate program tuition

$3,825

Graduate
School of Education graduate program tuition

$4,125

Tuition rates effective September 1, 2024. Costs are per six-month term. Tuition covers unlimited courses per term.
All programs: $200 per-term Resource Fee covers e-textbooks and learning resources.

Undergraduate
School of Education undergraduate program tuition

$3,825

Graduate
School of Education graduate program tuition

$4,125

Prepared for Success on the Job

_{*From a 2023 Harris Poll of 300 employers of WGU graduates.}

100% of employers said that WGU graduates were prepared for their jobs.*

97% of employers said that they would hire another WGU grad.*

98% of employers said WGU graduates met or exceeded expectations.*

A WGU Degree Pays for Itself Faster and Adds Little to No New Debt

By providing useful information and advice on responsible borrowing before enrollment, keeping tuition low while you’re enrolled, and providing programs that lead to better jobs after graduation, WGU packs a one-two-three punch designed to keep your debt low and your return on investment quick.

Average income increase from all degrees in annual salary vs. pre-enrollment salary. Source: 2023 Harris Poll Survey of 1,655 WGU graduates. Survey was sent to a representative sample of WGU graduates from all colleges. Respondents received at least one WGU degree since 2017.

On average, WGU graduates see an increase in income post-graduation