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As a future educator, you understand the importance of a quality education and the role it plays in students’ lives. Choosing one of Grand Canyon University’s online education degrees affords you the firm foundation needed to shape tomorrow’s future.
"I recommend Grand Canyon University's College of Education to anyone considering going into the education field. The college offers small class sizes, incredible instructors and hands-on opportunities to learn how to teach both inside the college classroom and in the field classroom experiences. I already have plans to take courses at GCU to receive my master's degree."
Sarah McWilliams
BS, Elementary Education
Choosing one of GCU's online, campus or evening education degrees affords you the firm foundation needed to shape tomorrow’s future.
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1 Excluding observational and practice-based experiences, and student teaching.
2 Based on the 2021-22 academic year, GCU’s private Christian tuition is 47% more affordable than the average out-of-state tuition of Arizona’s three state universities.
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5 Includes students who have participated in an online class in August or September 2022 and does not include students in a cohort program.
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Get up to 18% Off Your Education Master's Online1 Tuition‡
Get 18% Off Your Education Master's Online1 Tuition‡
GCU is a private Christian university. We are dedicated to helping our students change their lives for the better through education. Our knowledgeable faculty and staff will be with you every step of the way to help you reach your goals.
Competitive, affordable tuition rate so that furthering education is within reach for all2
Online courses offer flexibility and convenience for working professionals and students with busy schedules
GCU has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission since 1968
Over 255,550 alumni3
The College of Education firmly believes in the excellence of our administration and teaching degree programs. Since 1984, we have delivered on our promise to provide assistance to graduates of our educator and administrator preparation programs during their first year of teaching or leading in schools, at no expense. We continue to honor this pledge and hope to support you in your development as an outstanding educator.
GCU offers online programs leading to initial licensure for teaching and/or administration. Such programs provide institutional recommendation (IR), which recognizes graduates as "eligible for a credential" or initial certification in their area of study. If seeking licensure or certification, applicants to the program are responsible for contacting their state department of education for licensure requirements and program approval. In addition, fingerprint and background clearance is required.
The College of Education aligns its curriculum with components required for teacher candidate testing. The curriculum that you study in your courses along with clinical practices all work together to help prepare you for your state-required teacher certification exam(s).
Accredited by the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP)4
Grand Canyon University is a member in good standing of the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP), a national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. The programs listed below have been awarded full accreditation by AAQEP through June 30, 2026.
Initial Programs (Undergraduate)
Advanced Programs (Graduate Licensure/Advanced Degree Programs)
Grand Canyon University's online1 programs offer flexibility, providing a quality education to help you navigate today's complex world.
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GCU is dedicated to helping students change their lives.
Select the program that you are interested in below and complete the form to get more information on classes, admission and tuition.
Our online courses offer a curriculum developed so that you receive the well-rounded education you need to help position yourself for possible career advancement. Backed by the legacy of our traditional campus, GCU is an accredited university with dynamic academic programs, informed by industry and student learning outcomes.
Over 85,500 Fall 2022 online students5
Most online classes start weekly
Over 85 GCU alumni have been recognized in the field of education, with some receiving Superintendent, Administrator or Teacher of the Year awards as of May 2023.
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