Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Middle Education Fostering Growth and Innovation in Adolescent Learning

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Degree Options
Online,* 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Inspire Future Generations with an Online Bachelor’s Degree in Middle Education
Do you have a passion for giving young people a foundation for their futures? When you pursue Liberty University’s online Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Middle Education degree, you are giving yourself the opportunity to become a licensed middle school teacher without ever stepping foot on a residential college campus to take courses.
Teaching middle school-age children requires a very specific understanding of their developmental stage. Throughout this program, you’ll learn about their development as well as gain core knowledge in the subjects you’ll be teaching and the most effective ways to prepare lesson plans, communicate with, and instruct adolescents.
By partnering with Liberty University to complete your online education degree, you’ll have the opportunity to gain the necessary skills, experience, knowledge, and credentials needed to successfully teach preteens. With this degree, you’ll walk away with hours of classroom experience and a license to teach in the state of Virginia.
Liberty maintains strict compliance with all licensure requirements for the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Not a Virginia resident? We want to help find the best program for you! To view educational requirements and whether a specific program aligns with the licensure requirements for your state, please review our licensure/certification requirements webpage.
*Some exclusions apply. Please refer to our exclusions page for more information.






What Will You Study in Our Bachelor of Education in Middle Education Online Degree?
The online bachelor’s degree in middle education can prepare you for the classroom with a variety of foundational courses in English, communication, math, history, physics, psychology, biology, history, and more. You’ll be well-prepared to communicate these ideas and topics to your students. Additionally, you’ll study a variety of courses that focus on how to educate children and adolescents. Some of your courses will include topics such as classroom teaching, instructional design for middle school classrooms, how to teach reading, writing, and language to diverse learners, and behavioral and individual differences of students.
In addition to these courses, you’ll complete practicum and student teaching requirements so you can gain experience in a live classroom. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to specialize in English, math, science, or social science.
Take a look at our featured courses below for more information on what you’ll be studying!
Featured Courses
B.Ed. in Middle Education Online Degree Information
- This online bachelor’s degree program falls under the School of Education.
- View the Undergraduate Education Course Guides (login required).
- This degree has required practicum and student teaching hours.
- A background check is required to obtain licensure in this program.
- Review our licensure information and resources.
Why Choose Liberty’s Online Bachelor’s Degree in Middle Education?
At Liberty, our mission is Training Champions for Christ. In keeping with that mission, we strive for excellence in all that we do – our academics, our professors, our standards, and more. Here is what you can look forward to by pursuing your online middle education degree with us:
- This is one of the first programs in the nation to offer you a curriculum that is online and can prepare you for initial teaching licensure.
- Your education professors are invested in your success as a student, dedicated to teaching your courses from a Christian perspective, and equipped with years of real-life experience in the classroom.
- Liberty University’s School of Education meets rigorous national standards for educator preparation set by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
- Upon graduation, you can complete licensure requirements approved by the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE), allowing you to teach in the state of Virginia or apply for reciprocity for licensure in other states. Please review our licensure/certification requirements webpage for more information.
- Be classroom-ready by completing 90 practicum hours and at least 1 full semester of student teaching prior to graduation.

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What Sets Us Apart?
- Private Nonprofit University
- 600+ Online Degrees
- No Standardized Testing for Admission
- Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
- Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree
Potential Career Options with a Middle Education Bachelor’s Degree
- English Teacher
- Homeschool teacher
- K-12 curriculum coordinator
- Licensed middle education teacher
- Math Teacher
- Middle School Teacher
- Private school teacher
- Science Teacher
- Teacher’s Aid
- Tutor
Upon successful completion of the online B.Ed. in Middle Education, you can be prepared with a well-respected degree in education and Virginia licensure as well as 90 practicum hours and at least 1 full semester of student teaching. This degree can equip you with all the necessary resources, tools, and knowledge needed to succeed as a middle school teacher.
Degree Options for Our B.Ed. in Middle Education Degree
English
With the online B.Ed. in Middle Education – English degree, you’ll graduate prepared with the knowledge, skills, experience, and licensure needed to teach in middle schools. Plus, the English concentration can equip you to teach writing, grammar, and literature to adolescents.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Math
With Liberty’s online B.Ed. in Middle Education – Math, you can complete your bachelor’s degree and become licensed without ever traveling to our physical campus! Our math-focused B.Ed. program provides the specific coursework and state requirements you need to confidently teach math to middle school students.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Science
Liberty University’s B.Ed. in Middle Education – Science degree can prepare you with the knowledge, experience, and licensure you’ll need to become a middle school science teacher. We have designed our B.Ed. to provide you with all the tools you will need to become a successful educator.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
Social Sciences
The online B.Ed. in Middle Education – Social Sciences degree will take your passion for history and politics and combine it with your desire to make a positive impact on the next generation. Graduate with your license to teach social sciences and help mold the good citizens of tomorrow.
View the Degree Completion Plan.
State Licensure Requirements
Individual state licensure requirements may vary and are subject to change without notice. View your state’s requirements here: licensure/certification requirements.

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Tuition & Aid
Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
Undergraduate Full Time | $390/Credit |
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Undergraduate Part Time | $455/Credit |
Military Undergraduate | $250/Credit |
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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Financial Aid & Scholarships
Pursuing our online Bachelor of Education licensure tracks may make you eligible for the Federal TEACH Grant.
Admission Information for Our Online B.Ed. in Middle Education Programs
Admission Requirements
- Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9595.
- 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 high school transcripts or official GED test scores.*
- Students may be allowed to enroll in up to 12 credit hours with Liberty with the submission of our High School Self-Certification Form (login required – you will first need to claim your Liberty Account).
- Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system).
- Unofficial transcripts can be used for acceptance purposes with the submission of a Transcript Request Form.
- 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.
*Official high school transcript requirement may be waived with college transcripts from an accredited college/university showing at least 12 earned credit hours with an acceptable GPA.
Note: A 2.0 or above cumulative GPA is required for admission in good standing.
Transcript Policies
High School Transcript Policy
Applicants may submit a High School Self-Certification Form in lieu of a final official high school transcript in order to enroll in up to 12 credit hours at Liberty University.
- Applicants may submit a college transcript showing 12 or more credits from an accredited institution and a High School Self-Certification Form in lieu of high school transcripts.
Students must submit official high school transcripts, or official college transcripts showing at least 12 credit hours earned with an acceptable grade point average (GPA) from an accredited institution, in order to register for additional courses.
The official high school transcript, GED requirement, and High School Self-Certification Form can be waived if the applicant has earned an associate degree or higher.
Final transcripts must reflect all coursework and final grades received for grades 9-12, a graduation date, and an overall GPA. (Mailed transcripts must be in a sealed and unopened envelope.)
Unofficial College Transcript Policy
Unofficial transcripts combined with a Transcript Request Form can be used for admission. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first, and will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Before sending unofficial college transcripts, please make sure they include the following:
- Your previous school’s name or logo printed on the document
- Cumulative GPA
- A list of completed courses and earned credit broken down by semester
- Degree and date conferred (if applicable)
Official College Transcript Policy
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.
If the student uses unofficial transcripts with a Transcript Request Form to gain acceptance, all official transcripts must be received within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first. Failure to send all official transcripts within the 60-day period will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Military Transfers
If you have military-only transfer credits (completed basic training and enlistment), you must request an official military transcript. Please go to the Military Transfer Credit webpage to request your military transcript.
International Applicants
If you are an international applicant, you may be required to have your international transcripts reviewed. Information regarding the transcript evaluation process for international students can be found by visiting NACES.
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.
Admissions Office Contact Information
Liberty University Online Admissions Verification
1971 University Blvd.
Lynchburg, VA 24515
Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)*
- 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)
- Potential college credit for military training
*Not applicable to certificates.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I graduate as a licensed teacher?
You can graduate with licensure credentials to teach in the state of Virginia and other states through reciprocity.
Liberty maintains strict compliance with all licensure requirements for the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Not a Virginia resident? We want to help find the best program for you! To view educational requirements and whether a specific program aligns with the licensure requirements for your state, please review our licensure/certification requirements webpage.
How will I receive hands-on training during my online B.Ed. program?
You will have the opportunity to complete 90 practicum hours and at least 1 full semester of student teaching prior to graduation at a local school in your community.
Is an online B.Ed. from Liberty credible?
- Liberty University’s School of Education meets rigorous national standards for educator preparation set by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
- Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award degrees from associate to doctoral levels, ensuring its programs meet high standards and are recognized by other institutions and the U.S. Department of Education.
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