Online Bachelor of Arts in Education in Elementary Education

Turn your passion for educating elementary-aged children into a meaningful career with Arizona State University’s online Bachelor of Arts in Education with a concentration in elementary education. Educators in this field help children develop foundational academic, critical thinking and decision-making skills. You’ll graduate prepared to pursue teacher certification and begin your career as a role model who shapes the future of your students.

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Quick facts

Next start date:

Next start date: 08/21/2025


Total classes:

Total classes: 33

Weeks per class:

Weeks per class: 7.5–15

Total credit hours:

Total credit hours: 120

Degree questions, answered

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Prepare to educate learners in grades K–8

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Professional licensure and certification

ASU's academic programs that prepare you for professional licensure or certification are designed to meet Arizona's requirements. Completing an ASU program may not fulfill educational requirements for licensure or certification in other states. For additional information, visit the professional licensure webpage.

Contact MLFTCCompliance@asu.edu if you have questions about licensure or certification.

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Will my diploma say ‘online’?

No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”

Elementary education degree courses

In this program, you’ll explore instructional design, the science of reading, teaching elementary mathematics and more. Hands-on clinical experiences consist of 20 observation hours in TEL 203 and three internships: 45 hours in TEL 310, 45 hours in RDG 413 and 60 hours in EED 412. In your final semester, you’ll complete a full-time student teaching position during teacher-contracted hours under the guidance of a mentor teacher.


Start your career as a certified teacher

After graduating and obtaining teacher certification, you’ll be prepared to teach grades K–8 in public elementary schools, charter schools, private schools and nontraditional settings. This elementary education degree can also lead to roles such as instructional specialist, reading specialist, instructional designer or tutor. With additional training and experience, you may qualify for future leadership roles, including preschool director or principal. Additional career examples include, but aren’t limited to:

College Program Director


Growth: 3.5 %
Salary: $99,940

Elementary Teacher


Growth: 0.7 %
Salary: $61,690

Fitness and Wellness Coordinator


Growth: 4.3 %
Salary: $56,090

Instructional Specialist


Growth: 2.5 %
Salary: $66,490

Middle School Teacher


Growth: 0.8 %
Salary: $61,810

Preschool Director


Growth: -3.0 %
Salary: $49,690

School Principal


Growth: 1.1 %
Salary: $101,320

Tutor


Growth: 3.3 %
Salary: $36,680

Faculty dedicated to training the next generation of elementary educators

The Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation draws from a range of academic disciplines including cognitive science, psychology and economics. They seek to answer questions about the process of learning, teaching practices and effects of education policy. Our faculty is also committed to connecting research to schools and other learning environments. They ensure teacher and leadership preparation programs combine scholarly rigor with practical application.

Faculty dedicated to training the next generation of elementary educators

The Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation draws from a range of academic disciplines including cognitive science, psychology and economics. They seek to answer questions about the process of learning, teaching practices and effects of education policy. Our faculty is also committed to connecting research to schools and other learning environments. They ensure teacher and leadership preparation programs combine scholarly rigor with practical application.

How to apply

I am a future

You’re considered a first-year student for application purposes if you’ve never attended college or have fewer than 12 transferable credit hours.

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Don't meet admission requirements?

You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.

To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.

*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.

Don't meet admission requirements?

You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.

To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.

*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.

Join one of the best colleges of education in the nation

Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation brings people and ideas together to increase the capabilities of educators and the performance of education systems. Our university has been recognized with peer-reviewed honors from U.S. News & World Report.

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Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

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