Broaden your horizons through liberal studies and pursue a future in teaching. Our Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies is designed to prepare students with no prior teaching experience for a multiple subject teaching credential in California.
Field experiences are integrated throughout the program, finishing with a student teaching requirement that’s above and beyond program coursework. And, you’ll work with dedicated education staff who will help you through state licensures and other credential processes.
Earn your bachelor's degree faster and for less with eligible transfer credits.
Earn a scholarship up to either $1K or $3K starting with your first course.
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Education should hold practical value. That’s why our courses meet rigorous academic standards and provide you with skills and knowledge immediately applicable to your career.
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You’ll need 121 credits to complete this Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies degree. Your course schedule may vary based on transferable credits.
Your academic counselor will help you schedule your classes.
Plus, you’ll find support from our dedicated education program specialists who work with you 1:1 during your 100 required hours of clinical experience (or more if required by your state) and a minimum of 12 weeks of clinical practice (or more if required by your state). Our education program specialists also help you navigate your state licensure requirements for teacher certification, and can help with questions along the way.
College of Education students will find many helpful resources on COE Central. Program handbooks provide a wealth of information on topics such as professional expectations, clinical experiences, clinical practice, internships, edTPA and much more. Milestone roadmaps, technology and multimedia resources, and various toolkits are also available.
The Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies is an undergraduate degree program intended to prepare students with no prior teaching experience for initial teacher licensure. The program includes a clinical component requiring field experiences and student teaching above and beyond program coursework.
Requirements for licensure vary by state. See your state’s requirements.
There may be additional qualifications and/or disqualifications applicable in order to work as a teacher with any local, state or federal entity.
Learning shouldn’t take years to put into practice. That’s why we’re empowering you to build career-relevant skills with every five- to six-week course.
We’ve worked with labor market researchers like Lightcast to find in-demand skills for careers and mapped those to our related associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs.
Your prior eligible college credits can save you time and money, helping you graduate faster. That’s why we’ve accepted transcripts from 5,000+ institutions. Check to see if you can apply eligible transfer credits from an institutionally accredited university or college toward a degree of your choice.
Lock in the peace of mind that comes with fixed, affordable tuition. You’ll enjoy one flat rate from the moment you enroll until the day you graduate from your program. That’s your Tuition Guarantee.
Phoenix | |
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Cost per credit
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$398
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Credits per course
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3
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Tuition per course
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$1,194
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Total program length in credits
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120
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Length of course in weeks
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5
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Fees
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One fee per course
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Tuition guarantee
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YES
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Data pulled on September 14, 2023
[1] $365 per 1000-2000 level credit; $415 per 3000-4000 level credit
Source of data: For each institution, the data are publicly available in multiple locations, including Academic Catalogs, Program pages, Tuition and fees pages, and syllabi. All data are publicly available on the websites.
Certain licensure programs and coursework in other degree programs may have additional fees. Please check with your advisor or course catalog for additional info.
COA Components | Bachelor's Education Licensure/Certification |
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Tuition and Fees¹
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$9,336
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Books, course materials, supplies and equipment
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$1,416
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Transportation
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$1,360
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Miscellaneous personal expenses
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$550
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Living Expenses²
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Food
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$2,650
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Housing³
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$5,120
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Federal student loan fees
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$60
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Professional Licensure/certification⁴
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$598
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Dependent care expenses
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$0
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Disability related expenses
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$0
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Total COA
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$21,090
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1The tuition component is based on a per credit weighted average for the credential level across the entire University.
2The University allows the same living expense amounts for students in all living arrangements and dependency statuses.
3The living expense component for students receiving Military Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) only includes an allowance for food.
4The licensure/certification component included in the final academic year of the program is an average of fees charged by all states the program is offered in by credential level and college.
Everyone deserves an affordable education. That’s why we offer an unlimited number of scholarships, so if you qualify, you can get one. Starting with your first course, every qualifying new student will be awarded one of our scholarships, worth up to either $1K or $3K. Or you'll get the better offer you qualify for.
Discover where your degree might take you and make informed choices about your future.
A BS/LS can prepare you to be:
Top skills learned in this program:
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When you earn your BS in Liberal Studies, you’ll be equipped with a concrete set of skills you can apply on the job. You’ll learn how to:
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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job growth for kindergarten and elementary school teachers is projected to be as fast as average between 2021 and 2031.
The BLS Projected Growth for 2021-2031 is published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This data reflects the BLS’ projections of national (not local) conditions. These data points are not specific to University of Phoenix students or graduates.
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University of Phoenix has been continually accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), hlcommission.org, since 1978.
Liberal studies typically include a diverse selection of course offerings. This program aligns with the California multiple-subject teaching credential and helps you prepare for it.
The University of Phoenix Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies degree is specifically designed to align with the California multiple subject teaching credential.
This degree is intended to prepare California residents for initial teacher licensure in California. Successful completion of the degree, in addition to meeting California state requirements, will be needed to apply for a California teaching license. See your state’s requirements.
University of Phoenix provides a great wealth of resources to support students seeking teaching credentials. In addition to the resources found on COE Central, you will have access to a program support specialist to help you navigate the credentialing process. The University also has close relationships with hundreds of California schools for field work and student teaching placements.
While widely available, not all programs are available to residents of all states. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.