St. Ambrose University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
Accreditation and recognition provide the assurance we meet standards for quality faculty, curriculum, learner services and fiscal stability.
Education degrees
Earn an Education degree from SAU
In all of our Education programs, you’ll gain fieldwork experience in classrooms early and often. With an SAU Education degree, you’ll make a meaningful impact on the lives of children.
What is an Education degree?
An SAU Education degree prepares you to be a licensed and compassionate teacher. You’ll gain the skills and knowledge to serve all learners in diverse education environments and lead a classroom with confidence and competence.
Find your Education program
Envision your future with an SAU Education degree. Develop practical skills, foster creativity and tailor your education to align with your career goals.
Reduce your tuition by up to $24k
Every student is awarded a scholarship based on their GPA. St. Ambrose University recognizes and rewards students for their academic performance.
Why earn an Education degree from SAU?
Earning an Education degree from SAU ensures you will become a licensed teacher ready to guide a diverse classroom of students and positively impact their lives.
Classroom experience
You’ll go inside the classroom with 100+ hours of field experience and 1 semester of student teaching.
Path to licensure
Students who complete our Education programs will be recommended for a license to teach in Iowa agencies and schools.
Iowa and beyond
Don’t plan to become a teacher in Iowa? Our programs prepare you to obtain certification in Illinois and other states.
Industry-aligned curriculum
Curriculum designed to align with the expectations of employers.
Confident and prepared
"St. Ambrose equipped me with the latest information to excel in my national exam and launch my career. Moreover, I was consistently reminded of how important it is to be flexible and maintain a love of learning. In a world that's always changing, it's essential for professionals to evolve alongside it."
Lea Morgan '18, BA in Early Childhood Education, '21, MSLP
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QC World Cultures Festival
International Studies Program and World Affairs Council of the Quad Cities invites you to a vibrant celebration of cultural diversity.
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As SAU and MMU Work to Combine, High School Sweethearts Katie and Bob Gaffney Now Share a College Connection
High school brought together Katie and Bob Gaffney, and now their chosen universities have created a new mutual connection.
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Become who you are meant to be
With more than 65 undergraduate and graduate programs, there’s something for everyone at St. Ambrose University. Explore our programs to find your place at SAU.
