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Shape the Future of Education with a M.A. Teaching, Elementary Education from WGU

Whether you’re just starting or looking to grow your passion for education, WGU’s Master of Arts in Teaching, Elementary Education is your path to progress.

Why WGU?

Competency-based learning. Move through material as soon as you’ve demonstrated mastery—spending less time on what you already know.
Flat-rate tuition. Save time and money by taking as many courses as you’d like, all for one low price per six-month term.
Flexible format. Accessible online 24/7, coursework fits around your schedule.
Dedicated support. Receive comprehensive support from a Program Mentor who is devoted to you, your goals, and your success.

Your students deserve a great teacher. We’ll help you become one.

Available Scholarships

Scholarships make earning a M.A. Teaching, Elementary Education degree even more affordable. Apply for:

$4,000 WGU Careers in Learning Scholarship

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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 is institutionally recognized.

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*

Undergraduate degrees at about half the cost*

You pay tuition per six-month term, not per course or credit. So when you move faster through your courses, you also lower your total bill!

WGU students pay about half the tuition* and end up with about half the debt of the national average.**

Low, flat-rate tuition.
Graduate faster and with less debt.
Financial aid and scholarships available.
Online education with supportive faculty.
VA and military benefits accepted.
Great return on investment.
All course materials for a low, flat fee.

*WGU average annual bachelor’s tuition rates are 53% lower than the national average, compared to national rates reported by the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System in 2023.
**WGU undergraduate students have approximately half the debt at graduation compared to the national average, according to the Institute for College Access and Success (2022).

Spend Less with Flat-Rate Tuition

Graduate
Teachers College graduate program tuition

$4,125

Tuition rates effective January 1, 2026. 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.

Graduate
Teachers College graduate program tuition

$4,125

Program Mentors

Personally assigned to you from the day you enroll to the day you graduate, your Program Mentor is your faculty member. They will meet with you on a regular basis to provide program instruction, advice, coaching, support, goal-setting—and a healthy dose of cheerleading to make sure you’re celebrating the little and big wins along the way.

Course Instructors

Learning independently doesn’t mean learning on your own. Instructors are subject-matter experts who work with you regularly to help you with mastering course material. They tailor learning to your needs, and the type and intensity of instructional support you receive varies based on your performance in any particular course.