Young adults need strong role models who can help shape them into responsible citizens. Besides parents, a teacher can be one of the most influential people in a child’s life — shaping him or her into a value-driven, successful adult.
Liberty University’s School of Education is committed to providing quality education based on the principles of God’s Word. By earning one of Liberty’s online teaching degrees, you can learn to be a positive influence in the lives of young people in your school and community.
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Individual state licensure requirements may vary and are subject to change without notice. View your state’s requirements here: licensure/certification requirements.
Speak to one of our admissions specialists to help you choose the program that best fits your needs.
Liberty University’s School of Education has programs available at every degree level. Our undergraduate programs do not require any previous college coursework to apply! Liberty’s graduate programs give you specialized expertise beyond the bachelor’s degree level and are designed to enhance your career. Our postgraduate programs allow you go go beyond the master’s level without the full commitment of a doctoral degree. Finally, earning your doctorate can open the door to advanced research and influence in the highest levels of education, administration, and educator preparation.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) provides valuable information on how a degree can impact salary prospects. Learn more!*
Explore job outlook statistics from the Bureau of Labor Statistics for the following careers: elementary education teacher** and instructional coordinator***
Mastering concepts and gaining foundational knowledge shouldn’t be the only benefits of a bachelor’s degree. Our world-class online learning environment is designed to facilitate collaboration and networking.
*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, at Employment, wages, and projected change in employment by typical entry-level education (viewed online March 25, 2024). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.
**Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, at Occupational Outlook Handbook – Kindergarten and Elementary School Teachers, 2022 (viewed March 25, 2024). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.
***Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, at Occupational Outlook Handbook – Instructional Coordinators, 2022 (viewed March 25, 2024). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.
Liberty’s graduates can be prepared for careers in teaching, counseling, and leadership in school settings. We also offer both licensure and non-licensure tracks in education to help you meet your teaching goals.
Liberty’s Bachelor of Education in Elementary Education degree can provide you with a wide range of education-related job opportunities.
Learn the full range of essential skills you need to make this your career with Liberty’s Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Special Education – General Curriculum.
Many of our degrees at the master’s and doctoral level can help you find the skills you need to develop curriculum for various levels of education.
Our PhD in Higher Education Administration degree online offers different specializations which can help you in your career.
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
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*For eligible current and former service members and their spouses. Learn more!
**Not applicable to certificates. Cannot be combined with the $300/credit hour doctoral military rate.
View Military BenefitsLiberty University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Our institutional accreditation ensures that you are receiving a degree that has met rigorous academic standards. Additionally, the coursework and practical training you complete in your program can help provide you with the proper knowledge and experience you need to perform your teaching duties with skill.
By earning your education degree from Liberty University, you can be confident that your degree has met rigorous educational standards.
Liberty University is not nationally accredited, but it is regionally accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Regional accreditation is more valuable than national accreditation as it is more likely to be recognized and respected among employers and other institutions of higher education.
Additionally, all of our School of Education initial and advanced licensure programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
These accreditations can provide you and future employers with confidence that you are well-prepared to be a teacher of excellence and integrity.
The cost of your education degree will depend on what program you are pursuing. Our full-time students are charged the following rates:
However, there are a variety of reasons that you may be eligible for a lower tuition rate. For instance, if you are active duty military, a veteran, or a military spouse, you could be eligible for the reduced military tuition rate. Additionally, first responders receive a 25% tuition discount off of qualifying programs.
If you are looking for initial teaching licensure, one of our online education degrees can help prepare you for just that!
We have two programs that can prepare you with initial licensure. For our undergraduate students, you would want to complete one of our Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) programs. If you have already completed a bachelor’s degree, you can still get prepared for licensure with a graduate program through our Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program or select Master of Education (MEd) specializations.
Your initial teaching licensure preparation includes valuable coursework to help you become an expert in engaging young people with curriculum. You can also gain hands-on experience at a school in your area.
Our Teacher and Graduate Education Department can help prepare you for a career in the field of education. After completing your undergraduate or graduate degree with us, you can be better equipped for a career in teaching, school administration, curriculum development, higher education administration, and more. With a degree rooted in Christian principles, you can be prepared to make an impact in your school, church, and community.
