Bachelor’s in Education Degrees
Bachelor’s in Education Degrees
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The College of Education is committed to teaching you essential knowledge and skills required for the challenging, diverse classrooms and district initiatives of modern education. Whether you aspire to specialize in areas such as early childhood education, elementary education or special education, you will have the opportunity to work toward developing the skills essential for building confidence and striving for excellence as a teacher.
Online and On-Campus Degrees
AAQEP Accredited Education Majors
(See disclaimer ◊) MOU 9238: This scholarship is only valid for applicants who are currently working for an accredited school or district, who are seeking initial teacher licensure and who are not already a licensed teacher, and who are applying for one of the following bachelor’s programs: Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Special Education, Elementary Education (any emphasis), Elementary Education and Special Education, Educational Studies, Secondary Education (any emphasis). This scholarship cannot be used in conjunction with any other GCU scholarships. This scholarship will be applied toward your tuition only, and you will not receive funds in excess of your charges.
GCU has many scholarship opportunities available. These scholarships can help alleviate the financial load of tuition and expenses, allowing aspiring educators to focus on their studies and pursue their passion for teaching.
Teacher Preparation Scholarship
For qualifying school district employees seeking initial teacher licensure, GCU is offering 32% off tuition for online bachelor’s education programs, if you qualify.(See disclaimer ◊)
If you are ready to apply for one of GCU’s teaching or education majors, or have additional questions, we are happy to help!
Bachelor’s degrees in education require you to spend between 100 and 200 hours in quality practicum/field experiences prior to student teaching. If you are in a bachelor’s program that leads to licensure, you will begin student teaching after completing the required field experience hours. When student teaching, you have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, practice your professional dispositions and build relationships with schools, staff and teachers.
Graduates from GCU’s bachelor’s in education online and on-campus programs may be prepared to become teachers in public, private and charter schools.
Early Childhood Education and Educational Studies
Degrees for Teaching Elementary Education
Bachelor’s Degrees for Secondary Education
Dual Degrees for Bachelor’s in Education Majors
32% off Tuition for Online Education Bachelor’s Programs(See disclaimer ◊)
Take the first step to becoming a teacher by pursuing your education degree. The on-campus and online education bachelor’s degrees include a broad liberal arts foundation, followed by education in more specialized subject areas. The College of Education offers bachelor’s degrees covering various topics. These include education theories and practices, integrating technology in modern classrooms, understanding cultural competence and diversity in education, and principles of psychology.
Grand Canyon University offers reputable and convenient programs for you to earn your degree, start your career and have the opportunity to make a difference as a teacher. A bachelor’s in education from GCU can help provide you with more than your degree; it can offer a community of supportive, passionate, qualified educators and a curriculum integrated with a Christian worldview.
GCU ranked #1 for best Arizona education college according to Niche.com(See disclaimer 1)
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