Monday, 8 May 2017

2016 Most Affordable Online Colleges for Education Degrees

Undergraduate students looking to pursue an online degree in education should consider the six schools included on this list, all with annual tuitions of less than $10,000. Aspen University is the least expensive school on the list, offering a B.S. in Early Childhood Education for only $4,500 per year. The degrees and certificate programs offered at these colleges offer a variety of degree specializations in subjects such as elementary education, special education, ESOL training, and more. Schools must offer fully online degrees at the bachelor’s level in order to be eligible for this Most Affordable ranking. We also rank graduate programs on our most affordable master's in education list.

You can read more about our ranked schools below or see our Overall Most Affordable Colleges. View our methodology or learn more about SR Education Group.

#1Aspen University


  • Annual Tuition: $4,500

  • School Type: For-Profit

  • School Accreditation: DEAC

  • Aspen University provides a full range of online degree programs in the field of education for an affordable price of $4,500 per year. Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree holders have the option to earn a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Early Childhood Education by enrolling in the university’s completion program. New undergraduate students can also enroll in the BS in Early Childhood Education. Educators interested in upgrading their skills can enroll in one of the university’s online master’s degree in education programs, with concentrations in Curriculum Development and Outcomes Assessment, Educational Technology, and Transformational Leadership. Aspen University also offers a doctoral degree in Education Leadership for professionals seeking upper level management positions.


Online Associate Degrees (1)
Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education
Online Bachelor's Degrees (1)
B.S. in Early Childhood Education
Online Master's Degrees (4)
Master in Education
MED - Curriculum Development and Outcomes Assessment
MED - Educational Technology
MED - Transformational Leadership
Online Doctoral Degrees (1)
Doctorate in Education Leadership and Learning (Ed.D.)

#2Western Governors University


  • Annual Tuition: $5,780

  • School Type: Non-Profit

  • School Accreditation: NWCCU and DEAC

  • Western Governors University’s Teacher’s College provides online bachelor’s and master’s degree programs with a focus on licensure, master’s degrees for previously certified teachers, and endorsement certificates. Undergraduate students seeking teacher certification can earn Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degrees in interdisciplinary studies, special education, mathematics, or science. Prospective teachers holding undergraduate degrees can enroll in WGU’s post-baccalaureate teacher certification program. The university also offers online Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T) degrees leading to certification in mathematics, English, science, social science, elementary education, and other education-related subjects for licensed teacher’s looking to expand their knowledge in a particular subject area. WGU offers endorsement preparation programs in English as a second language and education leadership. The university’s annual tuition is $5,780.


Online Bachelor's Degrees (9)
B.A. Interdisciplary Studies (K-8) - licensure
B.A. Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12) - licensure
B.A. Mathematics - 5-12
B.A. Science (5-12 Biological Science) - licensure
B.A. Science (5-12 Chemistry) - licensure
B.A. Science (5-12 Geosciences) - licensure
B.A. Science (5-12 Physics) - licensure
B.A. Science (5-9) - licensure
B.A. Special Education - licensure
Online Master's Degrees (19)
M.A. English Language Learning (PK-12)
M.A. Mathematics Education (K-6, 5-9, or 5-12)
M.A. Science Education (5-12 Biological Science)
M.A. Science Education (5-12 Chemistry)
M.A. Science Education (5-12 Geosciences)
M.A. Science Education (5-12 Physics)
M.A. Science Education (5-9)
M.A. Teaching (K-8)
M.A. Teaching - English (5-12)
M.A. Teaching - Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12)
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Online Certificate Programs (6)
Endorsement Prep. Program in Educational Leadership
Endorsement Prep. Program in ELL (PK-12)
Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program --M...
Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program (K-8)
Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program - Sc...
Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program - So...

#3Fort Hays State University


  • Annual Tuition: $6,276

  • School Type: Non-Profit

  • School Accreditation: NCA HLC

  • Fort Hays State University offers online Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree programs in education with licensure components. Students can major in Business Education, Early Childhood, or Elementary, with an optional minor in Special Education, and become certified upon program completion. The university requires undergraduate students to complete between 125 and 136 credits, depending on the education degree program. Career switchers already holding bachelor’s degrees in other subjects can earn teacher certification by enrolling in Fort Hays State University’s Master of Science (M.S.) in Education program. Previously certified teachers can pursue career advancement by earning M.S. in Education degrees with concentrations in ESOL, Library Media, Reading, JROTC Instructor and Higher Education, or Student Affairs. Educators ready to assume executive positions in schools can enroll in the online M.S. in Educational Administration program, which qualifies graduates to take principal certification exams in their home states. Annual tuition is $6,276.


Online Bachelor's Degrees (6)
Bachelor of Science in Business Education - Busines...
Bachelor of Science in Business Education - Trainin...
Bachelor of Science in Education: Early Childhood U...
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education TEAM K-6
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education TEAM K-...
Online Master's Degrees (7)
Master of Science and Education Specialist Degree i...
Master of Science in Education (MSE)
Master of Science in Education - Transition to Teac...
Master of Science in Educational Administration (Pr...
Master of Science in School Psychology
Master of Science in Special Education - Gifted
Masters of Instructional Technology (MIT)
Online Certificate Programs (6)
Adaptive/Gifted Special Education Endorsement
Certificate in Community Health Promotion
Certificate in Consumer Health
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Endo...
Reading Specialist Endorsement
School Counselor Endorsement

#4University of South Alabama


  • Annual Tuition: $8,442

  • School Type: Non-Profit

  • School Accreditation: SACS COC

  • The University of South Alabama offers a variety of certificates and online master’s degrees for students holding an undergraduate degree or licensed teachers looking to advance their careers. Enrollees in master’s programs will choose one of a range of specializations, including various grade levels, Special Education, Education Administration, Instructional Design and Development, and more. Teachers seeking to assume leadership roles at educational institutions can enroll in the school’s Education Specialist (Ed.S.) – Teacher Leader program, upon completion of which they will qualify for Professional Educator Certification. Annual tuition at University of South Alabama is $8,442.


Online Bachelor's Degrees (1)
Bachelor of Science in Instructional Design and Human Performance Improvement
Online Master's Degrees (11)
Master Of Education in Collaborative Teacher 6-12 (...
Master of Education in Collaborative Teacher K-6 (A...
Master of Education in Early Childhood Education
Master of Education in Educational Administration &...
Master of Education in Educational Media - Class A ...
Master of Education in Elementary Education
Master of Education in English for Speakers of Othe...
Master of Education in Secondary Education - Class ...
Master of Education in Special Education (Class A C...
Master of Science in Educational Media and Technology
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Online Certificate Programs (5)
Educational Specialist in Collaborative Teaching
Educational Specialist in Collaborative Teaching - 6-12
Educational Specialist in Collaborative Teaching - K-6
Educational Specialist in Instructional Specialist - Teacher Leader (Class AA Certification)
Master of Education in English for Speakers of Other Languages

#5University of Central Missouri


  • Annual Tuition: $8,827

  • School Type: Non-Profit

  • School Accreditation: NCA HLC and CEA

  • Mid-career professionals interested in becoming teachers can enroll in the University of Central Missouri’s Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Occupational Education program. The program blends academic coursework and hands-on teaching opportunities to introduce students to the field.Prospective teachers can pursue a Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in one of several specializations to become certified. Post-master’s degree students can pursue the Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree, which is the highest education degree offered by the university. Annual tuition for these online programs is offered at a rate of $8,827.


Online Bachelor's Degrees (1)
Bachelor of Science in Occupational Education
Online Master's Degrees (14)
Master of Arts in Teaching
Master of Arts in Teaching - Educational Theory
Master of Arts in Teaching - Middle School
Master of Arts in Teaching - Secondary
Master of Science in Career and Technical Education...
Master of Science in Career and Technical Education...
Master of Science in Career and Technical Education...
Master of Science in Education - Curriculum and Ins...
Master of Science in Education - Curriculum and Ins...
Master of Science in Education - Curriculum and Ins...
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Online Certificate Programs (2)
Human Services/Educational Technology
Human Services/Learning Resources

#6University of Southern Mississippi


  • Annual Tuition: $9,331

  • School Type: Non-Profit

  • School Accreditation: SACS COC

  • The University of Southern Mississippi ranks number #25 in our list of most affordable online education degrees with an average annual tuition of $9,331. Prospective education students will find a variety of degrees offered by USM, at the bachelor's, master's, and certificate levels. Fully online bachelor's programs include a BS in Elementary Education and a BS in Special Education. USM offers several master's programs in education, including specialization in special education. This program requires 33 credit hours, preparing students for licensure in Mild/Moderate Disabilities, Emotional/Behavior Disorders, Severe Disabilities, and Gifted Education.


Online Bachelor's Degrees (2)
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education
Bachelor of Science in Special Education
Online Master's Degrees (9)
M.Ed. in Educational Administration and Supervision
M.Ed. in Educational Curriculum and Instruction - E...
M.Ed. in Special Education
Master of Arts in Teaching of Languages
Master of Arts in Teaching of Languages - French
Master of Arts in the Teaching of Languages - Spanish
Master of Music Education
Master of Science in Kinesiology: Physical Educatio...
Master of Science in Sport Coaching Education
Online Certificate Programs (3)
Graduate Certificate in Archives and Special Collections
Graduate Certificate in TESOL
Graduate Certificate in Youth Services and Literature – Online

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