Teach with Purpose. Transform Lives.
At Asbury University, the School of Education equips students to teach, lead, and inspire the next generation through academically rigorous, hands-on training and Christ-centered formation. You’ll gain the skills, experience, and confidence to help students thrive while developing the character and calling to lead in today’s classrooms.
Asbury’s School of Education offers:
Find your place to learn, create, and lead.
A complete education that equips you for every path ahead.
School of Education
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An education that equips you for meaningful work and lifelong growth.
The School of Education at Asbury University is rooted in a mission to prepare educators who embody academic excellence, spiritual integrity, and servant leadership.
Through a combination of coursework, clinical experiences, and mentorship, students are prepared to succeed in diverse classroom environments. Grounded in a Christ-centered community, the program emphasizes instructional skill, ethical leadership, and a commitment to student success.
Prepare for the Classroom and a Calling That Matters
Asbury’s School of Education goes beyond theory to prepare you for real classrooms. Through clinical experiences, mentorship, and hands-on teaching, you’ll graduate ready to lead with confidence from day one.
With a strong reputation for producing effective educators, Asbury graduates are highly sought after and recognized for both their professional excellence and their commitment to shaping students’ lives.
Graduate Admissions
Real Classroom Experience Early & Often
Gain hands-on teaching experience through clinical placements that prepare you for day one in your own classroom.
Proven Outcomes & Employer Trust
Schools actively seek out Asbury graduates because of their strong preparation, professionalism, and classroom readiness.
Christ-Centered Formation
Grow not only as an educator, but as a leader shaped by faith, purpose, and a commitment to serving others.
Flexible Pathways
Choose from undergraduate, online, and graduate programs designed to meet you where you are and move you forward.
A degree from Asbury’s School of Education prepares you to step directly into meaningful, high-impact roles in classrooms and beyond. Graduates are equipped with the academic skills, classroom experience, and professional preparation needed to help students thrive and succeed.
Career Paths Include:
With high PRAXIS pass rates and strong job placement, Asbury graduates are highly sought after and many go on to be recognized as top educators in their districts!
I absolutely love my professors! You can tell that they truly care about you! I have grown more independent and closer to the Lord."
I have really enjoyed the people running the education program, as well as the other students in my major. Everyone is so kind, supportive, and genuinely wants what is best for each other. I would recommend it to someone because it’s truly a quality education with quality people. I enjoy the community the most. It really is a school like no other, and the level of community and support is unmatched."
Asbury does extremely well in preparing student educators to become teachers. During my first year of teaching, I visited with a mentor and he said something I will never forget: ‘Do you want your students to play music well, or do you want them to be good people?’ There is such a larger picture of being a teacher than grades and lesson plans.”
As a student in the School of Education, you’ll be part of a supportive, close-knit community where learning happens both inside and outside the classroom. Through student teaching, mentorship, and real-world clinical experiences, you’ll gain the confidence and skills needed to succeed.
You’ll be challenged to think deeply, teach effectively, and live out your calling, preparing you for what’s next in your education career.
Equipped for success in classrooms and leadership roles
Many graduates are recognized for excellence, including being named teachers of the year in their schools.
Outcomes:
See how Asbury alumni are living out their calling and making a meaningful impact in the world.
Sharon Bixler, Ph.D. leads the School of Education with a desire to prepare students as future educators and ambassadors of Christ.
“Each day, it is a joy and honor to work at Asbury to prepare His students to go out into His world and teach His children in His elementary, middle, and high schools.”
Learn from faculty who are both experienced educators and committed mentors, invested in your growth inside and outside the classroom. Their expertise and personal guidance help prepare you to succeed in today’s educational landscape.
The Asbury University School of Education and its educator preparation programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and approved by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB). This accreditation includes the initial teacher preparation and the advanced levels of professional education programs.
Learn more about Asbury University School of Education Accreditation.
Yes! An Asbury education is an investment in your faith and future, who you are becoming.Students leave Asbury prepared not only for their careers, but for lives of purpose and leadership,. With strong outcomes, meaningful relationships, and a Christ-centered foundation, AU graduates are equipped to make a lasting impact wherever they’re called.
With generous scholarships and flexible payment options, Asbury partners with families to make this transformational experience accessible and affordable. We are here to help you in this process.
Your admissions counselor is here to guide you through every step, from applying to understanding financial aid and preparing for campus life.
Find your path in education, teaching, and leadership through programs designed to prepare you for certification, classroom success, and long-term impact.
Whether you’re exploring costs, scholarships, or your next steps, our team is ready to help you find the answers you need.
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