Online Bachelor's in Educational Studies
Educational Studies Bachelor’s Degree
Prepare for a career in education outside of the traditional classroom with a bachelor’s degree in educational studies.
This online degree will prepare you for a variety of career opportunities in education that don’t require a teaching license. Whether you want to work in educational policy, teach internationally, work with youth in non-school settings or have found that the traditional classroom is not a good fit during your studies to become a teacher, the educational studies program may be right for you.
The coursework in this program provides insight into the current and future state of education, while the thematic focus and electives will allow you to personalize the program to meet your professional goals. In addition, the program includes a formal internship experience that is personalized to align with your individual needs.
Why Choose and Educational Studies Degree?
- Stability. Education is one of the largest and most stable sectors in the U.S. economy. It is recession-resistant, globally relevant, and constantly hiring for multiple roles.
- Flexibility. Graduates work in a variety of sectors, including K–12 education, higher education, instructional design, youth services, nonprofits, HR, educational technology, policy, community development, coaching and more.
- In-Demand. In an AI-dominated future, employers are looking for valuable human skills that are emphasized in educational studies, such as critical thinking, interpersonal communication, empathy, ethical reasoning, and the ability to teach and facilitiate learning.
- Meaning. If you want a career that contributes to society, strengthens communities, improves people’s lives, and makes a difference without being limited to a classroom teaching role, educational studies is an excellent choice.
- Leadership. You will examine educational inequality, policy, governance, civic education, community needs, and cultural contexts, equipping you to become an informed, active leader in a world of polarization and social challenges.
- Preparation. With an emphasis on writing, analysis, interpersonal skills, and understanding systems, educational studies is an excellent springboard degree for advanced study in education, law, public policy, social work, communications, psychology, and business/HR.
*Tuition rate is based on 2025-2026 rates, which are subject to change annually. Your hours and costs will differ depending on your transfer hours, course choices and academic progress. For a full breakdown of all tuition and fees, please visit K-State's Online Tuition and Fees website.