EdS Degree Online | Elementary Education

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Next Start Dates: January 19, 2026 | February 16, 2026 | March 23, 2026

Become a More Successful Educator with Our Online Educational Specialist Degree Program

Are you an elementary teacher and interested in taking the next step in your career? Our Education Specialist (EdS) in Curriculum and Instruction – Elementary Education degree can help. This program can immerse you in advanced studies regarding elementary education. These topics include exploring theory and research, cutting-edge assessment techniques, and how to develop highly effective lesson plans.

With our online EdS in elementary education degree, you can be equipped for educational administrative roles. This program can help you develop curricula and learning tools for elementary students.

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Why Choose Liberty’s Education Specialist Online – Elementary Education Degree?

At Liberty, our mission is Training Champions for Christ. Our EdS degree is designed to provide you with an education that meets your professional needs. But it can also help you impact your students and other educators ethically. All of our courses are taught from a biblical perspective to help you become a leader of integrity.

Here are some additional reasons why we believe Liberty is the best online school for teaching:

Completing an EdS degree shows employers that you have advanced skills and training beyond the graduate level.
This program balances practical application with theory and research. You can learn how to develop fun exercises and lesson plans for elementary students.
As an EdS graduate, you can transfer up to 27 credits into our Doctor of Education (EdD), giving you a jumpstart on your doctorate.

What Will You Study with Our Online EdS in Curriculum and Instruction – Elementary Education Degree Program?

Our online EdS degree program’s core classes are designed to give you a foundation in advanced research, theory, and assessment skills to enhance your previous graduate studies in education while providing you with the opportunity to specialize in more advanced roles. In addition, you will be able to choose educational leadership courses that can prepare you to lead with integrity in the classroom and beyond as you seek to advance your career.

Our online EdS in Curriculum and Instruction – Elementary Education degree provides a customizable selection of specialized topics on elementary school education and learning development. You can select from a variety of practical classes such as advanced behavioral management and technology practices.

Potential Career Opportunities

One of the most important factors in choosing to further your education is your career. If you are wondering what jobs an education studies degree can lead to, here are some potential options:

College administrator
Curriculum specialist
Elementary school teacher*
Instructional supervisor
K-12 school administrator

*Please note: This is a non-licensure program.

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At Liberty University, a private Christian education is less expensive than you think. Over the last 10 years, Liberty University’s Online Program has only raised its standard tuition costs by less than 5% – and most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors.

EdS and EdD Full Time	$610/Credit
EdS and EdD Part Time	$675/Credit
Military EdS and EdD	$375/Credit

These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.

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Admission Information for Liberty’s Online EdS Program – Elementary Education

Admission Requirements

Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9596.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system). A regionally or nationally accredited master’s degree with at least a 3.0 GPA is required for admission in good standing.
Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.

Please note: Guidelines are subject to change in federal or state regulations for the licensure of school personnel.

Preliminary Acceptance

If you are sending in a preliminary transcript for acceptance, you must:

Be in your final term and planning to start your doctoral degree after the last day of class for your master’s degree.
Complete a Master’s Self-Certification Form confirming your completion date. You may download the form from the Forms and Downloads page or contact an admissions counselor to submit the form on your behalf.
Submit an official transcript to confirm that you are in your final term. The preliminary transcript must show that you are within 6 credit hours of completion for a 30-48 credit hour master’s degree or within 9 credit hours of completion for a 49+ credit hour master’s degree.
Send in an additional, final official transcript with a conferral date on it by the end of your first semester of enrollment in the new doctoral degree.

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An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.

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Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.

Who May Qualify?

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Reserve/National Guard
Veterans/Retirees
Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
Current Department of Defense Employees

Available Benefits:

Tuition discounts – $375 per credit hour for EdS and EdD courses
8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)

These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.

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Frequently Asked Questions for Our Online EdS Degree

How long does it take to get an education specialist degree?

Can you get a teaching job with an online degree?

Yes – you can absolutely get a teaching job with an online degree. You need to make sure the school you’re interested in is accredited, and the program leads to licensure.

Our EdS program is designed for licensed elementary school teachers who are seeking career advancement. This program does not lead to licensure. However, our Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) does meet all licensure requirements in Virginia with reciprocity in other states. If you need initial licensure, we encourage you to consider our M.A.T. program!

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