Strong Schools.
Strong Communities.
WGU Celebrates American Educator’s Week
WGU prepares exceptional educators to change lives every day.
Start Small with a Course
Try a field before you choose it—one course at a time.
$25* each
1-2 mos.
Course Benefits
- Start a course for as low as $25
- Complete prerequisites
- Try without committing
*Minimum price, others may vary.
Go All In with a Degree
You chose the path that fit you—now it's time to claim your degree.
$4k/term*
2-3 yrs.
Degree Benefits
- Flat-rate tuition (get details here)
- Advance through classes by testing out
- Generous credit-transfer policy
*Average tuition per 6-month term. Scholarships available.
*Average tuition per 6-month term.
Stand Out with a Certificate
Learn a new skill—and a credential—that proves you earned it.
$500* each
1-3 mos.
Certificate Benefits
- Priced as low as $500 each
- Quickly build skills easily
- Flexible for working adults
*Minimum price, others may vary.
Aspiring Teachers
Build Stronger Classrooms—Starting with Yours
New to teaching or ready to lead your own classroom? WGU gets you there.
With a bachelor's degree in education, you will:
- Prepare for teacher licensure in any of the 50 states.*
- Build practical classroom skills with hands-on coursework and expert guidance.
- Learn online and accelerate through coursework as you demonstrate mastery.
AI is changing education, not the need for great teachers. Invest in skills that will always matter.
Established Teachers
Strengthen Your Skills. Strengthen Your Classroom
Ready to specialize, lead, or grow your impact? WGU takes you further.
With a WGU graduate degree, you will:
- Develop specialized expertise to better support students and schools.
- Prepare for leadership roles and new opportunities in education.
- Learn online and accelerate through coursework as you demonstrate mastery.
Technology may change how you teach, but it doesn’t replace what you bring to education. Invest in your expertise and leadership skills to help students and schools thrive.
*Average tuition per 6-month term.
Scholarships & FAFSA
Invest in Your Impact and Reinforce Your Expertise
Your education is an investment in your students, classroom, and community.
Invest in yourself today to make an even greater impact tomorrow.
- Step 1: Apply to WGU.
Choose the education program that aligns with your experience and goals - Step 2: Explore ways to save.
Discover scholarship opportunities and financial aid that may help lower the cost of your degree. - Step 3: Start earning your degree.
Enroll and take your career further by building skills and expertise.
WGU's scholarships and financial aid (FAFSA) help make earning your degree more affordable.
*Licensure requirements vary by program and state.
Accreditation
Strong Educators Deserve a Strong Foundation
Teacher Licensure Programs Accredited by CAEP and AAQEP
With nationally recognized accreditation and rigorous academic standards, you can feel confident that you're earning a respected degree designed to prepare you for success in today's classrooms. WGU is institutionally accredited by NWCCU, and our teacher licensure programs are accredited by both CAEP and AAQEP, reflecting our commitment to preparing educators for lasting success.
Accreditation
Strong Educators Deserve a Strong Foundation
Teacher Licensure Programs Accredited by CAEP and AAQEP
With nationally recognized accreditation and rigorous academic standards, you can feel confident that you're earning a respected degree designed to prepare you for success in today's classrooms. WGU is institutionally accredited by NWCCU, and our teacher licensure programs are accredited by both CAEP and AAQEP, reflecting our commitment to preparing educators for lasting success.
Your Teaching Career Starts Here
Every thriving community begins with students who are inspired to learn—and every inspired classroom starts with a great teacher. WGU's bachelor's degree programs help aspiring educators prepare for teacher licensure while building the practical knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to lead their own classroom from day one.
Turn Your Experience into a Teaching Career
You're already making a difference in students' lives. Now it's time to take the next step. With WGU's flexible online bachelor's degree programs, paraeducators and school support professionals can build on their classroom experience and prepare for teacher licensure to confidently lead their classroom.
Strengthen Your Classroom and Career
The best educators never stop learning. WGU offers flexible graduate programs to help you deepen your expertise or prepare for leadership. Build new skills that strengthen your classroom impact and support your long-term career goals.
Build Stronger Schools Through Strong Leadership
Effective leaders help educators thrive and students succeed. Whether you're pursuing your first leadership role or growing your expertise as an administrator, WGU helps you build the knowledge and skills to lead meaningful change across your school community.