Western Governors University

Online degrees giving you the skills and knowledge you need

Western Governors University emphasizes mastery of essential skills and knowledge in your field, basing progress toward your online degree on passing rigorous assessments (such as tests, projects, assignments, etc.) instead of accumulating credit hours. We call it competency-based learning.

With bachelor's and master's degree programs in education, business, information technology, and health professions, WGU's rigorous yet flexible approach to education gives the university a unique advantage over other online programs. Here's what the WGU Advantage means to you:

• An online learning and assessment model that gives you flexibility and control over your education.
• A dedicated mentor committed to your success.
• A trusted quality education from a regionally, nationally, and NCATE-accredited institution.
• Affordable tuition with the possibility of accelerated learning that equals lower costs for your education.

Challenging and efficient. These are the hallmarks of WGU's competency-based approach to education.

Recipient of the USDLA 21st Century Award for Best Practices in Distance Learning for 2008.

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Business

Bachelor of Business in:

• AccountingAccounting
  Whether you want to advance your accounting career in a corporation, non-profit organization, or government entity, the Accounting program at WGU is an accredited and affordable education option. Through the program, you will get a broad education in general business skills as well as specialized training in cost accounting, tax accounting, auditing, and other critical areas. If you're a self-motivated learner and can devote 15 to 20 hours a week to your studies, the WGU Accounting program is for you.
• Business ManagementBusiness Management
  Whether you want a management position in private business, a public corporation or the government, the B.S. Business Management program at WGU will prepare you with the business skills and knowledge you need. A perfect program for business managers or professionals who need their bachelor's degree, this program is ideal for a self-motivated learner who can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.
• Human Resource ManagementHuman Resource Management
  If you want to advance or enter a career in human resources, the Human Resource Management program at WGU is an accredited and affordable education option. Not only will this program prepare you to become an HR manager or personnel director in both the public and private sectors, it will also help you gain a valuable understanding of all aspects of this exciting career, including labor relations, occupational health, and strategic management. If you're a self-motivated learner who wants to advance or enter a career in HR and can devote 15 to 20 hours a week to your studies, the WGU Human Resource Management program is for you.
• Information Technology ManagementInformation Technology Management
  When you want to incorporate your IT skills into a career in management, the Information Technology program at WGU is an accredited and affordable education option. Not only will you get the rigorous IT training you need, but you will get the communication and managerial skills you will need to manage both projects and personnel in customer service, data centers, tech support centers and more. If you're a self-motivated learner who wants to advance your IT skills into management and can devote 15 to 20 hours a week to your studies, the WGU Information Technology Management program is for you.
• Marketing ManagementMarketing Management
  If you're looking to start or advance your career in marketing, the Marketing Management program at WGU is an accredited and affordable education option. By preparing you in a wide variety of expertise, including strategic marketing, product management, promotion, pricing, distribution, sales, and more, this program will help you qualify for the career you want in marketing, sales, publicity or promotion. If you're a self-motivated learner and can devote 15 to 20 hours a week to your studies, the WGU Marketing Management program is for you.

Master of Business Administration:

• MBAMBA
  This program is ideal for the self-motivated learner who already possesses significant "real world" experience, seeks in-depth knowledge in management and strategy, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies. The Master of Business Administration prepares you for mid-level to upper-level management positions in business, industry, and non-profit organizations. The program educates you in a number of critical areas, including distribution, financial reporting, analysis, communication, ethics, strategy, and leadership. A perfect program for the experienced business professional who seeks a credible degree program and upward mobility.
• MBA - Healthcare ManagementMBA - Healthcare Management
  This program is ideal for the self-motivated learner who already possesses healthcare industry experience, seeks in-depth knowledge in management and strategy, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies. The MBA - Healthcare Management prepares you for mid-level to upper-level healthcare management positions. The program educates you in core business skills, essential industry knowledge, and advanced healthcare managerial expertise. A perfect program for the experienced healthcare administration professional who seeks a credible degree program and upward mobility.
• MBA - I.T. ManagementMBA - I.T. Management
  This program is ideal for the self-motivated IT professional who already possesses significant "real-world" experience, seeks in-depth knowledge in management and strategy, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies. The MBA - Information Technology Management prepares you for mid-level to upperlevel IT management positions in business, industry, and non-profit organizations. The program educates you in core business skills, essential industry knowledge, and advanced IT managerial expertise. A perfect program for the experienced IT professional who seeks a credible degree program and upward mobility.

Education and Teaching Degrees

Initial Teaching Licensure Programs

B.A. in Teaching:

• Early Childhood Education (Birth through Grade 3)Early Childhood Education (Birth through Grade 3)
  Spanning from birth to age eight, this early childhood education program is appropriate for teaching candidates who need a bachelor's degree, want to become a certified early childhood education teacher, and can devote 20 or more hours per week to their studies. The B.A. in Early Childhood Education (Birth through Grade 3) prepares you for licensure to become an early childhood education teacher. The program provides you with the comprehensive groundwork, knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed for working with infants, toddlers, and young children from birth through age eight (or the third grade). Depending on state licensure options, this program leads to initial licensure in early childhood education, PK-3, K-3, etc., and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting.
• Interdisciplinary Studies (K-8)Interdisciplinary Studies (K-8)
  This program is appropriate for teaching candidates who need a bachelor's degree, want to become a certified elementary school teacher or middle school generalist, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies. The B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies (K-8) prepares you for licensure to become an elementary teacher or middle school generalist. The program teaches you the content knowledge and teaching skills to become a highly qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. A perfect program for unlicensed substitute teachers and paraprofessionals, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
• Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12)Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12)
  Math teachers are in high demand! This program is ideal for someone who needs a bachelor's degree, wants to become a certified middle school or high school math teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies. The B.A. in Mathematics (5-9 or 9-12) prepares you for secondary teacher licensure in middle school and high school mathematics. The program educates you to become a highly qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. A perfect program for unlicensed substitute teachers, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
• Science (5-9)Science (5-9)
  Science teachers are in high demand! This program is ideal for someone who needs a bachelor's degree, wants to become a certified middle school science teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies. The B.A. in Science (5-9) prepares you for secondary teacher licensure in middle school science. In this program, you'll learn and develop the skills and knowledge in general science and teaching methods you need to become a highly-qualified science teacher. The program includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting and a home science lab. A perfect program for unlicensed substitute teachers, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
• Science (5-12 Biological Science)Science (5-12 Biological Science)
  This program is appropriate for master's candidates who already have teaching licensure who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn a secondary certification in biology, and advance their careers in this high-demand field. The M.A. in Science Education (5-12, Biological Sciences) prepares you for secondary science certification in biology. Graduates become better biology teachers and also develop sophisticated, graduate-level abilities in technology integration, instruction, measurement, and management and innovation. Earn more with a master's degree in a high-demand field!
• Science (5-12 Chemistry)Science (5-12 Chemistry)
  Chemistry teachers are in high demand! This program is ideal for someone who needs a bachelor's degree, wants to become a certified high school chemistry teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies. The B.A. in Science (5-12, Chemistry) prepares you for secondary teacher licensure in high school chemistry. In this program, you'll learn and develop the skills and knowledge in general science, advanced chemistry, and teaching methods you need to become a highly-qualified high school chemistry teacher. The program includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting and a home science lab. A perfect program for unlicensed substitute teachers, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
• Science (5-12 Geosciences)Science (5-12 Geosciences)
  This program is appropriate for master's candidates who already have teaching licensure who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn a secondary certification in earth science, and advance their careers in this high-demand field. The M.A. in Science Education (5-12, Geosciences) prepares you for secondary science certification in earth science. Graduates become better earth science teachers and also develop sophisticated, graduate-level abilities in technology integration, instruction, measurement, and management and innovation. Earn more with a master's degree in a high-demand field!
• Science (5-12 Physics)Science (5-12 Physics)
  Physics teachers are in high demand! This program is ideal for someone who needs a bachelor's degree, wants to become a certified high school physics teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies. The B.A. in Science (5-12, Physics) prepares you for secondary teacher licensure in high school physics. In this program, you'll learn and develop the skills and knowledge in general science, advanced physics, and teaching methods you need to become a highly-qualified physics teacher. The program includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting and a home science lab. A perfect program for unlicensed substitute teachers, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
• Special EducationSpecial Education
  This program is appropriate for teaching candidates seeking certification who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn endorsement in special education, and begin their careers in this high-demand field. The B.A. in Special Education (PK-12) prepares you to effectively teach students with mild to moderate cross-categorical disabilities. Graduates become highly-qualified special education teachers. Scholarships are available to those who qualify.

M.A. Teaching in:

• Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12)Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12)
  The program is ideal for someone who (1) already holds a bachelor's degree in math, science, or engineering, (2) wants to become a certified and licensed middle or high school math teacher, and (3) desires to earn a master's degree. It is perfectly suited for those who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, and ideal candidates include unlicensed mathematics substitute teachers, career changers, retired military, and others who feel the call to teach. If you already have a mathematics background, you can become a licensed teacher and earn a master's degree. The M.A. in Teaching, Mathematics, combines teacher licensure and a master's degree in a program that trains you to become a highly qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. As a master's program, it includes additional training in research and your choice of instructional design, management and innovation, measurement, or technology integration.
• Science (5-9 or 5-12)Science (5-9 or 5-12)
  The program is ideal for someone who (1) already holds a bachelor's degree in math, science, or engineering, (2) wants to become a certified and licensed middle or high school science teacher, and (3) desires to earn a master's degree. It is perfectly suited for those who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, and ideal candidates include unlicensed science substitute teachers, career changers, retired military, and others who feel the call to teach. Perfect for someone who already has a science background, you can become a licensed teacher and earn a master's degree. The M.A. in Teaching, Science, combines teacher licensure and a master's degree in a program that trains you to become a highly qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. As a master's program, it includes additional training in research and your choice of instructional design, management and innovation, measurement, or technology integration.
• Social Science (5-12)Social Science (5-12)
  The program is ideal for someone who (1) already holds a bachelor's degree in social science, (2) wants to become a certified and licensed middle or high school social science teacher, and (3) desires to earn a master's degree. It is perfectly suited for those who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, and ideal candidates include unlicensed social science substitute teachers, career changers, retired military, and others who feel the call to teach. If you already have a social science background, you can become a licensed teacher and earn a master's degree. The M.A. in Teaching, Social Science, combines teacher licensure and a master's degree in a program that trains you to become a highly qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. As a master's program, it includes additional training in research, instructional design, and performance improvement.
• Teaching (K-8)Teaching (K-8)
  The MA in Teaching helps students become a licensed elementary school teacher while earning a masters degree. The program incorporates experience teaching under supervision.

Post-Baccalaureate

• Teacher Preparation (K-8)Teacher Preparation (K-8)
  This program is appropriate for someone who already holds a bachelor's degree, wants to become a certified elementary teacher or middle school generalist, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies. The Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program (K-8) is the fastest way to qualify to become licensed as an elementary teacher or generalist middle school teacher. The program trains you to become a highly-qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. A perfect program for unlicensed substitute teachers and paraprofessionals, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
• Teacher Preparation - Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12)Teacher Preparation - Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12)
  This program is appropriate for someone who already holds a bachelor's degree with an extensive mathematics background, wants to become a certified middle school or high school mathematics teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies. The Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program, Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12) is the fastest way to qualify to become licensed as a middle school or high school mathematics teacher. The program trains you to become a highly-qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. A perfect program for unlicensed mathematics substitute teachers and paraprofessionals, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
• Teacher Preparation - Science (5-9 or 5-12)Teacher Preparation - Science (5-9 or 5-12)
  This program is appropriate for someone who already holds a bachelor's degree with an extensive science background, wants to become a certified middle school or high school science teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies. The Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program, Science (5-9 or 5-12) is the fastest way to qualify to become licensed as a middle school or high school science teacher. The program trains you to become a highly-qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. A perfect program for unlicensed science substitute teachers and paraprofessionals, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
• Teacher Preparation - Social Science (5-12)Teacher Preparation - Social Science (5-12)
  The Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program, Social Science (5-12) is the fastest way to qualify to become licensed as middle school or high school social science teacher. The program trains you to become a highly-qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. A perfect program for unlicensed social science substitute teachers and paraprofessionals, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.

Programs for Already Licensed Teachers

Endorsement Prep in:

• Endorsement Prep. Program in ELL (PK-12)Endorsement Prep. Program in ELL (PK-12)
  This program is appropriate for currently licensed elementary and secondary school teachers who desire to be licensed to teach in ELL or ESL settings, can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, and advance their careers in this high-demand field. The Endorsement Preparation Program in English Language Learning (PK-12) (ELL/ESL) prepares you to effectively teach in ELL or ESL settings. This endorsement program will increase your career opportunities, allow you to earn re-licensure points and possibly become eligible for lane changes leading to increased salary. This program is not for those who want to learn to speak and write the English language, nor for those interested in becoming English teachers or teaching English in a foreign country.
• Endorsement Prep. Program in Educational LeadershipEndorsement Prep. Program in Educational Leadership
  This program is specifically designed for already-licensed, practicing teachers who already possess a master's degree and want to become a school principal. If you can devote 20 or more hours per week to your studies, you'll be prepared to serve as a highly effective, instruction-based, certified principal. You will learn, for example, how to design and implement effective, standards-based educational improvement plans. This program is not an option for students in the following states: Hawaii, Minnesota, Connecticut, Michigan, Kansas, Oregon, Oklahoma, Ohio, North Carolina, Delaware, Wyoming, Mississippi, or Missouri.

Master in Teaching in:

• English Language Learning (PK-12)English Language Learning (PK-12)
  This program is for master's candidates who already have a teaching license and a bachelor's degree, can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn endorsement in English language learning (ELL) also known as English as a second language (ESL), and advance their careers in this high-demand field. The M.A. in English Language Learning prepares you to teach core subjects to non-English speakers. Graduates enhance their curricular development skills, teaching skills, and leadership abilities. This program is not for those who want to learn to speak and write the English language, nor for those interested in becoming English teachers or teaching English in a foreign country.
• Educational LeadershipEducational Leadership
  This program is specifically designed for already-licensed, practicing teachers aspiring to become school principals. If you can devote 15-20 hours per week to your studies, you'll be prepared to serve as a highly effective, instruction-based, certified principal. You will learn, for example, how to design and implement effective, standards-based educational improvement plans. The course of study integrates best practices in educational leadership into a case-study approach that culminates in an integrated practicum and capstone project. The M.S. in Educational Leadership is based on multiple national standards, including the standards of the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) and the principles of the Baldrige National Quality Program's Education Criteria for Performance Excellence in Schools.
• Mathematics Education (K-6, 5-9, or 5-12)Mathematics Education (K-6, 5-9, or 5-12)
  This program is appropriate for master's candidates who already have teaching licensure who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn a secondary certification in mathematics, and advance their careers in this high-demand field. The M.A. in Mathematics Education (K-6, 5-9, or 5-12) prepares you to certify in secondary mathematics or complete a professional development program in K-6 mathematics. Graduates become better mathematics teachers and also develop sophisticated, graduatelevel abilities in technology integration, instruction, measurement, and management and innovation. Earn more with a master's degree in a high-demand field!
• Science Education (5-9)Science Education (5-9)
  This program is appropriate for master's candidates who already have teaching licensure who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn a secondary certification in science, and advance their careers in this high-demand field. The M.A. in Science Education (5-9) prepares you to certify in secondary science. Graduates become better science teachers and also develop sophisticated, graduate-level abilities in technology integration, instruction, measurement, and management and innovation. Earn more with a master's degree in a high-demand field!
• Science Education (5-12 Biological Science)Science Education (5-12 Biological Science)
  Biology teachers are in high demand! This program is ideal for someone who needs a bachelor's degree, wants to become a certified high school biology teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies. The B.A. in Science (5-12, Biological Sciences) prepares you for secondary teacher licensure in high school biology. In this program, you'll learn and develop the skills and knowledge in general science, advanced biology, and science teaching methods you need to become a highly-qualified biology teacher. The program includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting and a home science lab. A perfect program for unlicensed substitute teachers, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
• Science Education (5-12 Chemistry)Science Education (5-12 Chemistry)
  This program is appropriate for master's candidates who already have teaching licensure who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn a secondary certification in chemistry, and advance their careers in this high-demand field. The M.A. in Science Education (5-12, Chemistry) prepares you for secondary science certification in chemistry. Graduates become better chemistry teachers and also develop sophisticated, graduate-level abilities in technology integration, instruction, measurement, and management and innovation. Earn more with a master's degree in a high-demand field!
• Science Education (5-12 Geosciences)Science Education (5-12 Geosciences)
  Earth science teachers are in high demand! This program is ideal for someone who needs a bachelor's degree, wants to become a certified high school earth science teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies. The B.A. in Science (5-12, Geosciences) prepares you for secondary teacher licensure high school earth science. In this program, you'll learn and develop the skills and knowledge in general science, advanced geoscience, and science teaching methods you need to become a highly-qualified earth science teacher. The program includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting and a home science lab. A perfect program for unlicensed substitute teachers, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
• Science (5-12 Physics)Science (5-12 Physics)
  This program is appropriate for master's candidates who already have teaching licensure who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn a secondary certification in physics, and advance their careers in this high-demand field. The M.A. in Science Education (5-12, Physics) prepares you for secondary science certification in physics. Graduates become better physics teachers and also develop sophisticated, graduate-level abilities in technology integration, instruction, measurement, and management and innovation. Earn more with a master's degree in a high-demand field!
• Special EducationSpecial Education
  This program is appropriate for master's candidates who already have teaching licensure who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn endorsement in special education, and advance their careers in this high-demand field. The M.S. in Special Education (PK-12) prepares you to certify in special education and effectively teach students with mild to moderate cross-categorical disabilities. Graduates become better special education teachers and also develop sophisticated, graduate-level abilities in research fundamentals and instructional design principles.

Master of Education in:

• M.Ed. Instructional DesignM.Ed. Instructional Design
  This program is specifically designed for already-licensed teachers who are currently using technology for instructional purposes and who wish to focus on larger curricular or year-long development plans. If you can devote 15-20 hours per week to your studies, you'll develop your curriculum and instructional expertise. The competency-based M.Ed. in Instructional Design will enhance your teaching talents and increase your technology integration skills using instructional design principles. The course of study integrates best practices in instructional design, technology integration, measurement and evaluation, and development of graduate-level research abilities. Teachers with a master's degree earn on average over $10,000 more per year than those with only a bachelor's degree. This M.Ed. program is a great investment in your future.
• M.Ed. Learning and TechnologyM.Ed. Learning and Technology
  This program is specifically designed for already-licensed teachers who are currently using technology in the classroom and are committed to discovering new and better ways to teach. If you can devote 15-20 hours per week to your studies, you'll become a technology and instruction expert, and have the potential to earn more, too. The competency-based M.Ed. in Learning and Technology will enhance your teaching talents and increase your technology integration skills using instructional design principles to make you more in demand than ever before. The course of study integrates best practices in instructional design, technology, measurement and evaluation, and development of graduate-level research abilities. Teachers with a master's degree earn on average over $10,000 more per year than those with only a bachelor's degree. This M.Ed. program is a great investment in your future.
• M.Ed. Measurement and EvaluationM.Ed. Measurement and Evaluation
  The competency-based M.Ed. Measurement and Evaluation is a great fit for the already licensed teacher who desires to incorporate sophisticated skills in measuring and evaluating instruction. Perfect for those who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, the program integrates best practices in measurement and evaluation, instructional design, technology integration, and development of graduate-level research abilities. You will have the potential to earn more, too. Teachers with a master's degree earn on average over $10,000 more per year than those with only a bachelor's degree. By taking advantage of WGU's competency-based approach and affordable tuition, this M.Ed. program is a great investment in your future.

Health Professions

Bachelor Degrees in Healthcare

• B.S. Health InformaticsB.S. Health Informatics
  This program is for experienced healthcare or IT professionals seeking an affordable online bachelor's degree and IT certifications to work in the high-demand field of health informatics. WGU is the recipient of the USDLA 21st Century Award for Best Practices in Distance Learning for 2008, awarded in recognition of our success in expanding access to higher education. The B.S. in Health Informatics prepares you to become a designer and developer of health informatics and information systems for hospitals and other healthcare facilities. The program equips you with a combination of healthcare and IT skills and includes two IT certifications as part of the curriculum. WGU's low tuition and ability to accelerate degree completion combine to make the program a great option for those on a budget. This is a perfect degree program for IT professionals working or who want to break into the healthcare industry who can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.
• B.S. in NursingB.S. in Nursing
  Enhance your personal status, boost your salary, and increase your job security with WGU's B.S. in Nursing. This program is for actively working registered nurses (RNs) who hold an associate's degree or diploma in nursing, possess healthcare industry experience, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.Based on National League of Nursing (NLN) competency standards, the B.S. in Nursing prepares you to become a higher level nurse in hospitals and other healthcare facilities. The program incorporates skills and knowledge beyond the clinical aspects of nursing, integrating patient education, health promotion, nursing roles and values, and technology, as well as healthcare systems and policies into the curriculum. This is a perfect program for RNs with associate's degrees who want to advance their status and careers. WGU nursing programs are CCNE accredited.

Masters Degrees in Healthcare

• MBA - Healthcare ManagementMBA - Healthcare Management
  This program is ideal for the self-motivated learner who already possesses healthcare industry experience, seeks in-depth knowledge in management and strategy, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies. The MBA - Healthcare Management prepares you for mid-level to upper-level healthcare management positions. The program educates you in core business skills, essential industry knowledge, and advanced healthcare managerial expertise. A perfect program for the experienced healthcare administration professional who seeks a credible degree program and upward mobility.
• M.S. Nursing - EducationM.S. Nursing - Education
  This program is for actively working registered nurses (RNs) who hold a nursing bachelor's degree (BSN), already possess healthcare industry experience, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies. The M.S. in Nursing - Education Specialization prepares you to become a nurse educator in schools, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities. The program equips you with high-level knowledge and skills while incorporating best practices in policy, organization, and financing; role development; research; advanced nursing practice; and nurse education. This is a perfect program for RNs with BSNs who want to become nurse educators. WGU programs are CCNE accredited.
• M.S. Nursing - Education (RN to MSN)M.S. Nursing - Education (RN to MSN)
  WGU's M.S. in Nursing - Education (RN to MSN Option) is for registered nurses (RNs) who hold an associate's degree, already possess nursing experience, and can devote 20 or more hours to their studies. This direct RN to MSN option prepares you with bachelor's- and graduate-level coursework to earn your master's degree. The program equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to become an effective nurse educator in a variety of healthcare settings. You'll develop best practices in nurse education, advanced nursing practice, healthcare policy, and the nursing sciences. This is a perfect program for RNs with associate's degrees who want to become nurse educators. WGU nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
• M.S. Nursing - Leadership and ManagementM.S. Nursing - Leadership and Management
  WGU's M.S. in Nursing - Leadership and Management (RN to MSN Option) is for registered nurses (RNs) who hold an associate's degree, already possess nursing experience, and can devote 20 or more hours to their studies. This direct RN to MSN option prepares you with bachelor's- and graduate-level coursework to earn your master's degree. The program equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to move into nursing management or administration. You'll develop best practices in leadership and management, advanced nursing practice, healthcare policy, and the nursing sciences. This is a perfect program for RNs with associate's degrees who want to become nurse leaders or managers. WGU nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
• M.S. Nursing - Leadership and Management (RN to MSN)M.S. Nursing - Leadership and Management (RN to MSN)
  WGU's M.S. in Nursing - Leadership and Management (RN to MSN Option) is for registered nurses (RNs) who hold an associate's degree, already possess nursing experience, and can devote 20 or more hours to their studies. This direct RN to MSN option prepares you with bachelor's- and graduate-level coursework to earn your master's degree. The program equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to move into nursing management or administration. You'll develop best practices in leadership and management, advanced nursing practice, healthcare policy, and the nursing sciences. This is a perfect program for RNs with associate's degrees who want to become nurse leaders or managers. WGU nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Information Technology

B.S. in Information Tech:

• DatabasesDatabases
  Strengthen or develop your skills and career opportunities in database administration. WGU's B.S. in Information Technology - Databases program provides you with the leading-edge database administration skills that employers demand along with nine IT certifications. This program is ideal for someone who has database administration experience, wants to specialize in database administration, and can devote 20 or more hours per week to their studies. This flexible, accredited program incorporates nine IT certifications including the Oracle 10g Administrator Certified Associate (OCA) at an affordable cost (all certification fees are included in your tuition). You'll also complete coursework in operating systems, networks, software, security, and project management. This is a perfect program if you already hold relevant IT certifications as you can use them to accelerate your degree, saving you time and money.
  WGU is now a member of the Microsoft and Oracle IT Academies. These memberships offer unique integration of both Microsoft and Oracle learning resources into WGU's IT degree programs, affording WGU students the opportunity to learn using simulations, live labs, and proprietary software.
• Health InformaticsHealth Informatics
  Become a unique asset in the world of health informatics and health information management. WGU's B.S. in Health Informatics program combines concepts from healthcare, IT, and leadership practice to provide you with the knowledge and skills to become a valuable designer, developer, and manager of health information systems. This program is for experienced healthcare or IT professionals seeking an affordable bachelor's degree and two IT certifications to work in this high-demand field. This flexible, accredited program incorporates two IT certifications at an affordable cost: CompTIA A+ IT Technician and CIW Database Design Specialist (all certification fees are included in your tuition). This program has been designed to align with the American Health Information Management Association's (AHIMA) curriculum competencies. You may be eligible to apply to sit for the AHIMA Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credentialing exam upon completion of this program.
  WGU is now a member of the Microsoft and Oracle IT Academies. These memberships offer unique integration of both Microsoft and Oracle learning resources into WGU's IT degree programs, affording WGU students the opportunity to learn using simulations, live labs, and proprietary software.
• Information TechnologyInformation Technology
  Build the foundation you need to succeed in the fast-growing IT industry. WGU's B.S. in Information Technology program provides you with a solid foundation of IT skills that employers demand along with eight IT certifications. This program is ideal for someone who wants a broad IT education, the IT certifications to succeed, and can devote 20 or more hours per week to their studies. This flexible, accredited program incorporates eight IT certifications including CompTIA, CIW, and MCTS at an affordable cost (all certification fees are included in your tuition). You'll complete coursework in operating systems, networks, databases, software, security, and project management. This is a perfect program if you already hold relevant IT certifications as you can use them to accelerate your degree, saving you time and money.
  WGU is now a member of the Microsoft and Oracle IT Academies. These memberships offer unique integration of both Microsoft and Oracle learning resources into WGU's IT degree programs, affording WGU students the opportunity to learn using simulations, live labs, and proprietary software.
• Networks AdministrationNetworks Administration
  Start or advance your career in network server administration. WGU's B.S. in Information Technology - Networks Administration program provides you with the leading-edge network server administration skills that employers demand along with nine IT certifications. This program is ideal for someone who has network server administration experience, wants to specialize in network server administration, and can devote 20 or more hours per week to their studies. This flexible, accredited program incorporates nine IT certifications including Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP): Server Administrator at an affordable cost (all certification fees are included in your tuition). You'll also complete coursework in operating systems, databases, software, security, and project management. This is a perfect program if you already hold relevant IT certifications as you can use them to accelerate your degree, saving you time and money.
  WGU is now a member of the Microsoft and Oracle IT Academies. These memberships offer unique integration of both Microsoft and Oracle learning resources into WGU's IT degree programs, affording WGU students the opportunity to learn using simulations, live labs, and proprietary software.
• Networks Design & ManagementNetworks Design & Management
  Start or advance your career in networks design and management. WGU's B.S. in Information Technology - Networks Design and Management program provides you with advanced network design, systems engineering, and management skills that employers demand along with nine IT certifications. This program is ideal for someone who has experience in networks design, wants to specialize in networks design or network systems engineering, and can devote 20 or more hours per week to their studies. This flexible, accredited program incorporates nine IT certifications including the MCITP (Microsoft Certified IT Professional) Enterprise Administrator at an affordable cost (all certification fees are included in your tuition). You'll also complete coursework in operating systems, databases, software, security, and project management. This is a perfect program if you already hold relevant IT certifications as you can use them to accelerate your degree, saving you time and money.
  WGU is now a member of the Microsoft and Oracle IT Academies. These memberships offer unique integration of both Microsoft and Oracle learning resources into WGU's IT degree programs, affording WGU students the opportunity to learn using simulations, live labs, and proprietary software.
• SecuritySecurity
  Become an expert IT security specialist. WGU's B.S. in Information Technology - Security program provides you with the latest IT security management skills that employers demand along with nine IT certifications. This program is ideal for someone who has IT security management experience, wants to specialize in IT security, and can devote 20 or more hours per week to their studies. This flexible, accredited program incorporates nine IT certifications including the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA®) Security Certification at an affordable cost (all certification fees are included in your tuition). You'll also complete coursework in operating systems, networks, databases, software, and project management. This is a perfect program if you already hold relevant IT certifications as you can use them to accelerate your degree, saving you time and money.
  WGU is now a member of the Microsoft and Oracle IT Academies. These memberships offer unique integration of both Microsoft and Oracle learning resources into WGU's IT degree programs, affording WGU students the opportunity to learn using simulations, live labs, and proprietary software.
• SoftwareSoftware
  Take your software development career to the next level. WGU's B.S. in Information Technology - Software program provides you with solution-drive software development skills that employers demand along with ten IT certifications. This program is ideal for someone who has software development experience, wants to specialize in software development, and can devote 20 or more hours per week to their studies. This flexible, accredited program incorporates ten IT certifications including Sun Certified Java Programmer (SCJP) at an affordable cost (all certification fees are included in your tuition). You'll also complete coursework in operating systems, networks, databases, security, and project management. This is a perfect program if you already hold relevant IT certifications as you can use them to accelerate your degree, saving you time and money.
  WGU is now a member of the Microsoft and Oracle IT Academies. These memberships offer unique integration of both Microsoft and Oracle learning resources into WGU's IT degree programs, affording WGU students the opportunity to learn using simulations, live labs, and proprietary software.

M.S. in Information Tech:

• Information Security and AssuranceInformation Security and Assurance
  Career opportunities are wide open for professionals with advanced IT security and assurance skills and credentials. WGU's flexible, accredited program includes one major IT certification and provides you with the skills you need to succeed at very affordable tuition. The M.S. Information Security and Assurance degree program is ideal for someone with a bachelor's degree and experience in security and assurance who wants to earn a master's degree in a high-demand field and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies. You will graduate with the necessary skills for the protection of networks, communication, and data, as well as the knowledge base for planning, implementing, and managing enterprise level security and system integrity. This program is built in alignment with the security standards put in place by the National Security Agency and encompasses the 10 security domains that are the foundations of the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
  WGU is now a member of the Microsoft and Oracle IT Academies. These memberships offer unique integration of both Microsoft and Oracle learning resources into WGU's IT degree programs, affording WGU students the opportunity to learn using simulations, live labs, and proprietary software.
• MBA -- IT ManagementMBA -- IT Management
  This program is ideal for the self-motivated IT professional who already possesses significant "real-world" experience, seeks in-depth knowledge in management and strategy, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies. The MBA - Information Technology Management prepares you for mid-level to upper-level IT management positions in business, industry, and non-profit organizations. The program educates you in core business skills, essential industry knowledge, and advanced IT managerial expertise. A perfect program for the experienced IT professional who seeks a credible degree program and upward mobility.
  WGU is now a member of the Microsoft and Oracle IT Academies. These memberships offer unique integration of both Microsoft and Oracle learning resources into WGU's IT degree programs, affording WGU students the opportunity to learn using simulations, live labs, and proprietary software.

*NOTE: You must be a US citizen over 23 years of age to qualify for enrollment.

WGU is the recipient of the USDLA 21st Century Award for Best Practices in Distance Learning for 2008, awarded in recognition of our success in expanding access to higher education.

Western Governors University is the only university to have received simultaneous accreditation by four regional accrediting commissions. Currently, WGU's "home" accrediting commission is the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, the same organization that accredits such leading institutions as the University of Washington, University of Oregon, University of Utah, Brigham Young University, and other public and private colleges. WGU is also nationally accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). The WGU Teachers College is the first and only online provider of teacher education to receive accreditation from the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).