| Thank you for your interest in the Teachers College at Western Governors University (WGU). WGU supports employees and members of Educational Service Agencies (ESAs), BOCES, and other educational partner agencies.
WGU was founded by the governors of 19 U.S. states to expand access to higher education so working adults can attend college when they would otherwise be unable to due to work or family obligations or time and geographical constraints.
WGU offers regionally-accredited and NCATE approved degrees for currently licensed teachers and aspiring teachers who wish to earn their teaching license.
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Special Offer for Partner Agency Members and Employees |
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If you are a member of a partner ESA, BOCES, or educational partner agency, you may be eligible for two special benefits:
(You will be required to complete and send your partner agency a confirmation letter. The link is below):
1. An application fee waiver (a savings of $65). Please consult with an Enrollment
Counselor to receive the proper waiver code to use when you reach that portion of WGU's online application form.
2. A 5% tuition discount, which you will be eligible to receive for the entirety of your degree program. Some restrictions apply.
Note: You may also be eligible for WGU's numerous scholarship offerings. Click
here to learn more. (If you qualify for and are awarded a scholarship, you will lose your eligibility for the 5% tuition discount).
Ready to get started? You'll be required to mail or fax the Student Confirmation Form to your ESA for
approval of your discount. Click the link to download the PDF.
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WGU is competency-based |
| WGU's rigorous approach is ideally suited to self-directed learners anxious to advance their educations and careers efficiently. Unlike traditional and even other online universities, WGU doesn't award degrees based on seat time or on a certain number of required courses. Instead, you earn your degree by demonstrating your competence in your field. Through independent study, courses and learning resources, and carefully designed assessments, you learn and master essential skills and knowledge necessary for success. Assessments take the form of essays, exams, research papers, and an assortment of projects that can be completed online.
Our competency-based approach measures your progress by successful completion of challenging assessments. If you have existing competencies from prior work and education, you may be able to draw upon this experience to complete your assessments faster and accelerate your degree program.
Learn more about WGU's Teachers College programs:
Programs for already-licensed teachers:
M.A. in Mathematics Education (K-6, 5-9 or 5-12)
M.A. in Science Education (5-9 or 5-12)
M.A. in English Language Learning (ESL) (PK-12)
M.Ed. in Instructional Design
M.Ed. in Learning and Technology
M.Ed. in Measurement and Evaluation
M.S. in Special Education (PK-12)
M.S. in Educational Leadership
Programs leading to teacher licensure:
B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies (K-8)
B.A.in Mathematics(5-9 or 5-12)
B.A. in Science (5-9 or 5-12)
B.A. in Social Science (5-12)
B.A. in Special Education (PK-12)
Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Prep Program (K-8)
Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Prep Program, Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12)
Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Prep Program, Science (5-9 or 5-12)
Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Prep Program, Social Science (5-12)
M.A. in Teaching (K-8)
M.A. in Teaching, Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12)
M.A. in Teaching, Science (5-9 or 5-12)
M.A. in Teaching, Social Science (5-12)
If you'd like to learn about degrees outside of WGU's Teachers College:
College of Business
College of Information Technology
College of Health Professions
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WGU is affordable |
| WGU is a non-profit online university. What does this mean for you? Very affordable tuition. In fact, WGU charges less than half what other traditional and reputable online universities typically charge. WGU is also approved for federal financial aid and scholarships are available to those who qualify.
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WGU is flexible and supportive |
| If your schedule demands flexibility, WGU is for you. In most cases, you will access course
material or study independently at the time and place you choose. You can progress at a pace that enables you to earn
a college degree while managing career, family, and life's other challenges. Our competency-based education model
allows for extensive personalization of your program to fit around your busy schedule.
When you become a student, you'll study under the guidance of a dedicated mentor, who will work with and support you
from enrollment to graduation. Together, you'll develop your personalized Academic Action Plan—a roadmap and schedule
for successfully completing the program.
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For more information |
| For more information about WGU's degree programs, financial aid, student life, and transferring,
visit www.wgu.edu or call 1-866-225-5948 to speak with a WGU Enrollment
Counselor today. Transferring is easy, and we'll even waive your application fee (a $65 savings). Ask your
Enrollment Counselor if you qualify for this benefit, and if so, your Enrollment Counselor will give you the proper waiver
code to use on that section of our online application form.
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| If you are ready to get started, apply now.
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ESA Partners:
RESA VIII of West Virginia
Southwest REC of NM
Uinta BOCES
Wallowa Education Services
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