Online teaching and education degrees
Prepare to teach, lead or shape how people learn, with the same ASU faculty and curriculum as on campus
Why earn a teaching degree online?
An education degree prepares you to influence all learner types and make a positive change in the world. Gain the analytical and research skills to inform, design and improve instructional strategies and learning methods. Earn your education degree online with Arizona State University and choose from programs in instructional design, administration, special education, language teaching, teacher certification and more.
See what you can do with an education degree
Find an online education degree for you
Teaching takes many forms, and your degree can prepare you for the one that fits you best. To lead a classroom, look at the Bachelor of Arts in Education in elementary education, which prepares you for K–8 teacher certification in Arizona. The Bachelor of Arts in Education in special education gets you ready to teach students with mild and moderate disabilities and pursue Arizona certification. Both pair online courses with in-person internships and a student teaching semester.
Interested in educating beyond the classroom? The Bachelor of Arts in Education in educational studies explores how people learn at every age. The Bachelor of Science in behavior analysis covers the coursework requirements for the Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst credential. The Master of Arts in special education with a concentration in applied behavior analysis supports your path to Board Certified Behavior Analyst certification. See every education program below.
52 programs total
What can I do with a degree in education?
Careers for education graduates
An education degree can lead to the classroom and beyond, including roles in training, curriculum design and school leadership:
- Training and development specialists: $69,280 median annual pay
- Instructional coordinators: $77,440 median annual pay
- Special education teachers: $67,170 median annual pay
- Elementary school teachers: $63,970 median annual pay
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025. Figures are national and vary by location, experience and education.
Learn how to become a special education teacher or find out if early childhood education is right for you.
Career support for students and alumni
As an ASU student, you'll have career support from your first course through graduation and beyond:
- Meet virtually with a career advisor by appointment or during drop-in hours
- Get feedback on your resume and cover letter
- Practice with interview preparation resources
- Search for jobs and internships on ASU CareerLink
- Attend career and internship fairs, including virtual events
Curious about hands-on experience? Learn how online students can get internships.
Why pursue your education degree at ASU?
ASU is home to a college of education that excels at teacher preparation and scholarly research. The prestigious Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation ranks in the top 10 for best online master's in education programs, according to U.S. News & World Report, 2026. Our commitment to student success, innovation and meaningful learning prepares students like you to bring positive change in your community. Discover more of ASU’s top-ranked online programs.
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ASU Online offers over 350 degrees and certificates in a plethora of fields. Check out other areas of interest to find the right program for you.