WGU School of Education

Answer the Call to Teach!

Make a lasting difference by becoming a teacher

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Move to the Head of the Class: Become a Teacher.

When you’re born to teach, you don’t do it for the pay or the prestige. You do it because you’re a believer—in students, in learning, and in the difference one person can make in shaping countless students’ futures.

At WGU, we believe in you, which shapes every aspect of our teaching programs—from our affordable tuition, 24/7 online course offerings, and dedicated support that’s with you from day one to graduation.

Why Choose WGU?

Affordable tuition at about half the price.* You can save even more with our education-focused scholarships.
All-new endorsement programs. Add to your résumé by specializing in specific subjects, like mathematics, physics, and more.
Flexible, online programs. Complete all courses and tests on your schedule from the comfort of home.
Begin when you’re ready. With monthly start dates, you don’t have to wait until next semester to begin your degree.

Find Your Teaching Degree at WGU

BACHELOR'S DEGREES

Elementary Education

Special Education

Mathematics Education

Chemistry Education

Physics Education

Biology Education

Earth Science Education

Educational Studies – B.A. (Does Not Lead to a Teaching License)

MASTER'S DEGREES

Elementary Education

English Education

English Language Learning (ESL/ELL)

Social Studies Education

Mathematics Education

Earth Science Education

Educational Leadership – M.S.

Curriculum and Instruction – M.S.

Education Technology & Instructional Design – M.Ed.

ENDORSEMENTS

English Language Learning (PreK-12)

Early Childhood Education

Middle Grades Math

Middle Grades Science

Secondary Biology

Secondary Chemistry

Secondary Earth Science

Secondary Physics

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.

Earn Your Degree for About Half the Cost of Other Universities*

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 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 average rate does not include rates for WGU Bachelor of Science, Nursing Prelicensure program.

**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

Undergraduate
School of Education undergraduate program tuition

$3,825

Tuition rates effective September 1, 2025. 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

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!

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.