Online Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education
Experience the joy of teaching
Fully online coursework
Supportive faculty
Small class sizes
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- Duration 4 Years
- Cost per credit $823
- Credit Hours 120
Program Benefits
- Transfer-friendly
- No application fee
- ACT/SAT scores are not required
- Six start dates per year
- Financial aid available
What will you learn in Brenau University’s online Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education program?
Our online BS in Elementary Education program will help you connect with a diverse population of young learners as you grow to understand their needs. Upon graduation, you will be equipped to develop effective teaching strategies and instructional methods. When you graduate and pass the GACE certification exam, you’ll be certified to teach pre-K through fifth grade in Georgia.
The BS in Elementary Education is also available on campus.
What career opportunities are available with an online elementary education degree?
With your teaching certification, you can work as a preschool or elementary school teacher. Not only are these positions incredibly rewarding – the need for teachers is growing steadily so you’ll have great options for employment after graduation.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 868,000 job openings per year in education from 2023 to 2033,1 and there will be 106,500 openings per year for kindergarten and elementary school teachers during that time frame.2
Career OutlookCurriculum
Can you earn an elementary education degree completely online in Georgia?
120 total credit hours
75 core credit hours
Brenau’s online bachelor’s degree in elementary education is the only elementary education program in Georgia with 100% online classes. You will complete required field experiences, student teaching and internships in a local school.
Course spotlights:
- SE 300 Teaching Learners with Special Needs
- ED 301 Instructional Technology
- ED 308 Classroom Management
Admission requirements
It’s always a good time to apply
Up to 90 transfer credit hours accepted
No application fee
The online BS in Elementary Education program offers six start dates per year, so you can apply anytime and start your education as soon as possible. With no application fee, you can apply risk-free.
To apply to Brenau’s online BS in Elementary Education, you’ll need:
| High school diploma or GED if no college experience or less than 30 semester hours of college experience |
| Official transcripts for all previously attended undergraduate institutions |
Tuition & aid
How much does Brenau University’s online BS in Elementary Education program cost?
$823 per credit hour
Financial aid available
By choosing Brenau, you’re investing in a degree that will set you on a path to a successful career. Along with affordable tuition, 90% of undergraduate students received some form of financial assistance for the 2021–2022 academic year.
Tuition DetailsWhat you’ll learn
The coursework in the BS in Elementary Education is highly relevant and taught by faculty who listen to the concerns and needs of working teachers. We continually update the curriculum to reflect today’s teaching environments.
What certification can you earn from Brenau University’s online Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education program?
With Brenau’s online bachelor’s degree in elementary education, you can:
- Thrive in small classes, which allow you to work directly with faculty members who have experience working as public and private school teachers and administrators.
- Complete in-person field experiences and student teaching in a variety of settings.
- Earn certification from the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) to teach pre-K through fifth grade after passing the Georgia Assessments for the Certification of Educators (GACE).
Learn from faculty invested in your success
As a student at Brenau, you’ll benefit from supportive, accessible faculty who call you by name and understand your reality because they’ve traveled a similar path to a career in education. Their personalized mentorship can help you develop effective instructional strategies and build a thriving professional network.
Dr. Laura Cantu
Faculty Spotlight
Dr. Cantu agrees with the cultural-historical theories of Vygotsky and his Zone of Proximal Development, Jean Piaget’s emphasis on the importance of play in the learning process and John Dewey’s emphasis on the importance of experiential education both inside and outside the classroom. These philosophies and beliefs are important in the realm of teacher education. Dr. Cantu brings a unique, pragmatic perspective and philosophy to the arena of teacher education due to 35 years of successful classroom teaching, primarily to student populations with special needs.
Dr. Cantu develops and teaches courses at the bachelor’s, master’s, specialist, and doctoral levels. She serves the university as a member of the Institutional Review Board and the Campus Connections Committee. Dr. Cantu acts as chair and/or subject matter expert for dissertation committees for EdD students. She also represents the College of Education in an initiative to take faculty and students to Moultrie, Georgia, to work with the children of migrant farmworkers and assist in a multi-university health initiative for the migrant farmworkers, in conjunction with physical therapy and psychology students from Brenau University.
Online learning
At Brenau, you will learn in small classes, which gives you plenty of opportunities to ask questions and receive one-on-one support from your professors. With flexible scheduling and online delivery, we make education fit into your busy life. Our programs respond to the needs of today’s students, so you’ll receive the education you need to become a leader who makes a difference. From here, you can.
Discover Brenau OnlineFrequently asked questions
Explore our frequently asked questions for in-depth answers. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, reach out to us.
All of Brenau’s College of Education faculty have taught for many years in public or private schools. Several faculty members also served as administrators before teaching in higher education.
You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.
No, the online BS in Elementary Education does not follow a cohort model — you may take courses in the order you choose as long as you meet the prerequisites. You can review the curriculum page for more information.
You will not be required to come to campus for any part of the online BS in Elementary Education, although you are welcome anytime.
Brenau’s online BS in Elementary Education is the only elementary education program in Georgia delivered 100% online, while still including the required field experiences, student teaching, and internships in a local school that certification requires. Small class sizes mean direct access to faculty who have worked as public and private school teachers and administrators themselves.
The program also offers six start dates per year and accepts up to 90 transfer credit hours, so you can apply on your own timeline rather than waiting for a single annual intake.
Yes, Brenau accepts up to 90 transfer credit hours toward the 120-credit-hour BS in Elementary Education, which can meaningfully reduce both your time to completion and total tuition. As a transfer student, you’ll need a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 across your combined college coursework to be admitted.
Submit your official transcripts early in the application process so an admissions counselor can confirm exactly how many credits apply to your plan of study.
Tuition for Brenau’s online BS in Elementary Education is $823 per credit hour. Assuming zero transfer credit, you’ll need to complete 120 credit hours for a total estimated tuition of $98,760. Up to 90 transfer credit hours are accepted, which can reduce your total cost significantly.
Financial aid is available, and an admissions counselor can walk through a full cost breakdown, including any additional fees, based on your specific enrollment plan.
Sources
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Education, Training, and Library Occupations.” April 18, 2025. Retrieved April 21, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/education-training-and-library/home.htm.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Kindergarten and Elementary School Teachers.” April 18, 2025. Retrieved April 21, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/education-training-and-library/kindergarten-and-elementary-school-teachers.htm.