Online Teaching Degree Programs

If you feel called to a teaching career, a degree from Grand Canyon University (GCU) can equip you with the skills and experience needed to pursue it. Teaching education programs from GCU combine knowledgeable faculty with practical experiences from a variety of disciplines specific to your interests that can help you work toward a valuable and fulfilling education.

GCU engages a diverse and global community of learners with purpose and passion through advanced curriculum and instruction techniques by promoting servant leadership in educational communities. Many of our teaching degrees are offered as licensure programs that can prepare you to start pursuing your teaching career and non-licensure programs that can help you position yourself to grow within your teaching career — so you can find the one that is right for your unique path.

A bachelor's degree is typically a prerequisite for teaching, with variations depending on your state of residence.³ To work toward becoming the type of teacher who can make a lasting impression, leave a positive impact and create core memories with your students, you may want to consider GCU’s education degree programs.

By forging strong relationships, demonstrating good communication, leading by example and instilling confidence in each student, GCU faculty aim to teach future educators how to build a bond between students and teachers through One Foundation, our Christian worldview.

GCU has been preparing knowledgeable educators who continue to demonstrate a commitment to quality education since 1968. The College of Education aligns its curriculum with the standards set by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) as well as national accreditors and professional affiliates. These standards help us work toward producing credible, qualified teachers and professionals through our education and teaching degrees both online and on-campus.

GCU’s mission is to make private, Christian education affordable and accessible to everyone, which is why GCU has not increased campus tuition since 2009. Our campus is a welcoming community for everyone — built upon a set of values based on educational opportunities that can help set us apart.

With a focus on adult learning techniques and innovative leadership, GCU has many teaching degrees that can prepare you for a career in education while keeping class sizes small. 

Some education degree programs at GCU utilize a cross-disciplinary approach with other colleges at GCU, helping you gain a deeper understanding of your chosen area of study. Equip yourself for a teaching career by specializing in one of the many subjects offered, such as mathematics, English, curriculum and instruction, secondary education, administration or any of our other specialized degrees.

A variety of undergraduate and master’s education degrees can help you work toward finding the right fit for your needs. Whether you want to become an English or history teacher by earning your bachelor’s degree or pursue a master’s degree focused on educational leadership, GCU has an in-person or online teaching program for you.

Earning a degree in teaching doesn't have to be confusing. Find answers to your most frequently asked questions regarding GCU's teaching education programs.