WGU Teachers College

Online Teaching Degrees Making Better Teachers and Better Students

Qualified, dedicated teachers are desperately needed throughout the United States, particularly in rural and urban communities and in subject areas like math and science. The WGU Teachers College is a recognized leader in online teacher education working towards the goal of ensuring that highly competent teachers are in every classroom… teachers like you.

As a student, you’ll benefit from both superior programs and lower tuition. Our competency-based approach allows you to leverage your prior experience and education and find a workable balance between life, family, and school. And online doesn’t mean alone, either. You’ll have the constant support of a dedicated mentor to take you all the way to graduation and beyond.

NCATE Accredited

WGU is the only exclusively online university to receive NCATE accreditation for its online teaching degree programs, a testament to the fact that WGU graduates "have the knowledge and skills to be effective in helping all students learn."
Read more about our NCATE accreditation

Recognized and Accepted Programs

All of WGU’s online teaching degree programs are nationally, regionally, and NCATE accredited, approved by the Utah Department of Education, and designed to prepare for certification in 49 of the 50 states (for initial teacher licensure). Although state requirements vary from state to state, most states allow WGU Teachers College graduates to apply for direct licensure. And almost all states participate in reciprocity agreements allowing for transfer of teaching credentials from one state to another. Speak to an Enrollment Counselor to determine how your state will recognize your credentials.

Learn more about becoming a new licensed teacher at WGU.

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