Liberty 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:

• $390 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
• $415 per credit hour for graduate education courses
• $595 per credit hour for doctoral courses

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.