For future teachers, completing a Bachelor’s degree in Education is the first step toward achieving their goal of getting in front of students. Not everyone can take the time to be a full-time student, which makes studying online a great choice. The schools included on this list of the best online education degrees can all be completed remotely.
#1 Drexel University
Executive Summary
Drexel University was founded in 1891 in Philadelphia and is a top-ranked private school. The University has been offering online programs since 1996 and is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Tuition
Students at Drexel pay $680.00 per credit.
Unique Features
The online Bachelor’s degree in Education can be completed in 10 terms. This program is approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
#2 Southwestern College
Executive Summary
Southwestern College is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.
Tuition
Tuition at Southwestern in $372.00 per credit hour.
Unique Features‘
Courses in the Bachelor’s in Elementary Education program are six or 12 weeks in length. Students can complete a degree without having to visit the campus in person.
#3 Grand Canyon University
Executive Summary
Grand Canyon University will appeal to prospective students who are looking for a faith-based education. This private, Christian school was founded in 1949 and is accredited by the North Central Association.
Tuition
Undergraduate students at GCU pay $687.50 per credit hour.
Unique Features
The BS in Elementary Education prepares students for teaching careers. Students take courses in linguistics, American and world literature, literary criticism and analysis, and more.
#4 Rio Salado College
Executive Summary
Rio Salado College was founded in 1978. It is accredited by The Higher Learning Authority.
Tuition
In-state students pay $76.00 per credit hour, and out-of-state students pay $215.00 per credit hour.
Unique Features
The College offers Early Childhood, Elementary Education, and Secondary Education degrees online. A Special Education degree is also available to students.
#5 Saint Leo University
Executive Summary
Saint Leo University is one of the top-ranked universities in Florida. The school was established in 1889 and offers a faith-based curriculum. The University is accredited by Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Tuition
Tuition at Saint Leo is $470.00 per credit hour.
Unique Features
Students at Saint Leo complete an internship as one of the requirements to complete their degree.
#6 Liberty University
Executive Summary
Liberty University has the distinction of being the largest private non-profit university in the United States. It is also the largest Christian university on the planet. Liberty U is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Tuition
Undergraduate students at Liberty pay $365.00 per credit hour.
Unique Features
The Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education prepares students for careers in Christian and secular schools. Students enrolled in this program can choose to complete an optional fifth year to earn a licensure in elementary education through the MAT.
#7 University of Wisconsin – Stout
Executive Summary
The University of Wisconsin was founded in 1891. UW-Stout’s schools offer specialized programs related to professional careers in industry, technology, home economics, applied art and the helping professions.”
Tuition
Students attending UW pay $8,940.00 in tuition.
Unique Features
The BS in Career, Technical Education and Training degree program prepares students for specialized teaching careers in technical colleges (public and private), as well as junior colleges and industrial training programs.
#8 Nova Southeastern University
Executive Summary
NSU is a private research university. The school was established in 1964 and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Tuition
Students at Southeastern pay $380.00 per credit hour.
Unique Features
Many of the programs offered by this school are state-approved for certification.
Concentrations
Elementary Education
Exceptional Student Education
Prekindergarten Primary Education
Middle Grades General Science Education
Middle Grades English Education
Middle Grades Social Studies Education
Secondary Biology Education
Secondary Mathematics Education,
Secondary English Education
Secondary Social Studies Education
Child Development Applied Professional Studies – Teaching and Learning.
#9 Grand Canyon University
Executive Summary
Grand Canyon University has been offering degree programs since 1949. Students who choose this school are looking for high quality program offered from a Christian perspective. GCU is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Tuition
Undergraduates at GCU pay $687.50 per credit hour.
Unique Features
Students who choose GCU’s Bachelor’s in Education program work with an Enrollment Counselor who help them choose the program that will help them reach their career goals. They also benefit from the guidance offered by an Academic Counselor who ensures they are registered for the right classes.
Concentrations
Early Childhood Education
Elementary Education
English
Math
Science
Special Education
Biology
Business Education
Chemistry
Math
Physical Education
Social Studies
#10 Kendall College
Executive Summary
Kendall College was established over 75 years ago. The school is a for-profit institution that is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.
Tuition
Tuition at Kendall is $231.00 per credit hour.
Unique Features
The BA in Early Childhood Education is offered in teacher certification and non-certification tracks.
Concentrations
Childhood Nutritions
English as a Second Language
Infants and Toddlers
Special Education
