WGU School of Education
Your life. Your pace. Your education
Teaching isn’t just a career — it’s a calling. And at WGU, we’re here to help you answer it.

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Love Your Impact in the Classroom

Love what you do — and the difference you make. WGU’s flexible, online programs help you grow your impact in education — whether you’re preparing to step into the classroom or ready to take the next step in your teaching career.

A Better Way to Learn

At WGU, progress is measured by what you know — not how long it takes. Move through courses as soon as you demonstrate mastery, and complete as many as you’re ready for in a six-month term, all for one flat rate of tuition. We partner with over 5,000 school districts nationwide — helping you gain real-world skills that make an immediate impact.

Support Every Step of the Way

You’ll have a dedicated mentor and experienced faculty who understand what it means to teach, lead, and keep learning. WGU’s educator preparation programs are accredited by both CAEP and AAQEP — a prestigious combination that ensures your degree is respected and recognized.

Affordable Pathways and Scholarships

Earn a respected, accredited degree — without breaking your budget. Scholarships worth up to $8,000 are available for eligible students pursuing teaching licensure.

Advance Your Career with Confidence

With both bachelor’s and master’s degrees available, WGU is here to guide you through every step of your career journey. The WGU School of Education is the largest non-profit, accredited School of Education in the U.S. and the right choice for rising and striving teachers, learners, and leaders who want to advance their careers and make a difference in the lives of others. The WGU School of Education is the largest conferrer of education degrees in the U.S. (IPEDS 2021-2022). The WGU School of Education offers more than 30 undergraduate and graduate programs and has awarded more than 100,000 degrees to educator alumni working across all 50 states. Whether you’re starting fresh or moving forward in your career, WGU meets you where you are — helping you make a difference in your classroom, your community, and beyond.

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Why WGU?

Be Career Ready

Designed with input from industry leaders, our accredited programs give you the skills and credentials today’s employers need. That’s why 81% of employers said they’d hire another WGU grad.¹

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Get and Keep the Job You Want to Have

84% of WGU graduates are employed in their degree fields—and 86% are employed full-time.²

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Save Money

Average annual tuition and fees for undergraduates at WGU is $8,300 compared to $17,709 at comparable institutions. For graduate students at WGU, average annual tuition and fees is $8,856 compared to $20,513 at comparable institutions.³

3: Source: Analysis of IPEDS data, report year 2023

Work as You Need While Going to School

At WGU, you can complete courses, take tests, and graduate on your schedule. In fact, many of our students work full-time while earning their life-changing bachelor’s or master’s degrees.

Prepared for Success on the Job

_{*From a 2024 Harris Poll of 300 employers of WGU graduates.}

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

94% of employers said WGU graduates meet or exceed expectations*

95% of employers rated the "soft skills" of WGU grads as equal to or better than graduates from other institutions*

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.