Online Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education

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Learn to teach without limits with an online elementary education degree

Unlock the boundless potential of education and prepare to change the lives of students in grades K–6 with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. At Lynn University, you’ll learn how to meet the academic needs of diverse children, explore practical classroom applications, design engaging lessons and develop your own personal teaching style.

Education continues to evolve to incorporate online and hybrid options, and Lynn keeps you ahead of the curve with its mobile-friendly curriculum. You’ll also gain hands-on experience by completing onsite components in classrooms near you.

Lynn University’s flexible online elementary education program offers you the freedom to pursue your purpose, wherever and whenever. If working with younger children is your goal, you can specialize your degree with electives focused on preschool through third grade.

This state-approved elementary education degree program is designed to meet Florida certification requirements. Review the Student Responsibility and Professional Licensure Disclosure.

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Quick facts

  • Start dates: 3 times a year
  • Next term: May 4–Aug. 16
  • Learning format: 100% online
  • Program length: 4 years

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All of my students have a gift, and when a teacher knows her students, she can help them unlock it.

Kelly Burlison

College of Education, associate professor

Lynn associate professor Kelly Burlison

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Earn a degree to empower future generations

Learn practical teaching skills from faculty who are experts in the education field. As a graduate, you’ll have the professional competencies required to teach students in public or private elementary schools, or to work in other childcare or mentorship capacities.

In the elementary education bachelor's degree, you’ll study topics such as:

  • The fundamentals of education and child development
  • Classroom management
  • Evidence-based instructional decision-making
  • Effective teaching strategies and authority skills

Here’s how we’ll support you 

As a student, you will be assigned a student success manager who will serve as your primary point of contact throughout the program—from course registration to tracking your progress. Learn more about the support you’ll receive from your student success manager.

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Career opportunities

Graduates of this online elementary education degree program may find career success in:

  • Elementary school teaching
  • Academic coordination
  • Academic coaching
  • English as a Second Language (ESL) teaching
  • Literacy and clinical education mentoring (after three years of teaching)
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Admission and tuition

Learn more about Lynn’s admission requirements and online bachelor’s in elementary education tuition.

Applicants

The enrollment deadline is coming soon; view upcoming start dates and application deadlines.

Candidates must provide the following:

  • Completed application
  • Personal statement
  • Official transcripts

To get started, create a profile for Lynn's personalized application portal and fill out an application.

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Applicants

The enrollment deadline is coming soon; view upcoming start dates and application deadlines.

Candidates must provide the following:

  • Completed application
  • Personal statement
  • Official transcripts

To get started, create a profile for Lynn's personalized application portal and fill out an application.

Apply Now

Undergraduate tuition and fees

Online bachelor’s degree tuition: $375 per credit 

Annual total: $11,250

Cost estimates are based on completion of 120 total credits (30 credits per year). Some programs and courses may have additional costs.

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Scholarships and financial aid

Earning your online bachelor’s degree at Lynn may be more affordable than you expect. Explore scholarship, grant and loan opportunities to find out how much you could save.

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NOTES AND CONDITIONS

Academic statistics: Academic statistics as of fall 2023

Apple trademark: Apple® is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.

Best education schools, best online bachelor’s programs, best regional universities and best value: Sources: U.S. News & World Report, Best Education Schools, Best Online Bachelor’s Programs, Best Regional Universities (South) and Best Value

Employment and career advancement: Actual outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience and opportunities for employment. Lynn University does not guarantee employment placement or career advancement.

Florida certification requirements: Credits and degrees earned from colleges within the State of Florida that are licensed by the State Board of Independent Colleges and Universities do not automatically qualify an individual for a Florida Teaching Certificate. The established procedure requires the Florida Department of Education to review and recognize the credentials of the individual and the accreditation of the college granting the degrees prior to approving teacher certification. Any student interested in obtaining a Florida Teaching Certificate should contact the Florida Department of Education, Bureau of Educator Certification, Suite 201, Turlington Building, 325 West Gaines St., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400.