Education | St. Ambrose University Apply Now 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. Request information 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. BA in Early Childhood Education Our BA in Early Childhood Education degree prepares you to teach children ages birth to grade 3. Develop skills to help children of all abilities learn, gain in-depth content knowledge and the expertise to apply concepts in the classroom. Explore BA in Early Childhood Education degree BA in Elementary Education Our BA in Elementary Education degree offers endorsements in math, science, social studies, history, English/language arts, reading, Spanish or special education. Develop skills to create a meaningful impact in the classroom. Explore BA in Elementary Education degree BA in Secondary Education Our BA in Secondary Education program prepares you to teach children grades 5-12. You can choose from six majors that will build specialized skills in a particular content area, building a meaningful career. Explore BA in Secondary Education programs 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. Explore scholarships 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. Learn about SAU’s accreditations 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 Visit campus News and events at SAU From A(mbrose) to (Gen) Z St. Ambrose University is proud to the host International Conference on Faith, Hope, and Renewal in the Catholic Church on April 24–26, 2026. From St. Ambrose to Disney: Alum joins Disney College Program St. Ambrose University graduate Emma Stiener ‘25 is taking her passions for teaching, dance, and storytelling to “the most magical place on Earth." 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. View all news and events 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. Call: (563) 333-6000 Request information Apply now