For Paraprofessionals
Finish Your Bachelor's Degree While You Keep Working
Built for Paraprofessionals. Affordable. Flexible. Accredited.
You’re already in the classroom. You already know the students. You already know you want more. Newlane University helps paraprofessionals finish their bachelor’s degree while working full time—without quitting your job, taking on massive debt, or rearranging your entire life.
You're Closer Than You Think
Most paraprofessionals already have:
Associate Degree
You’ve already earned your first credential
60+ Credits
Coursework ready to transfer
Years of Experience
Real classroom knowledge that counts
What you don’t have is extra time or an extra $20,000 sitting around.
That’s where we come in.
Newlane lets you transfer up to 90 credits and complete your bachelor’s degree at your own pace for $39 per month, capped at $1,500 total tuition.
No hidden fees. No semesters. No rigid schedules.
Designed for Working Adults in Schools
You’re not a traditional student. So we don’t treat you like one.
At Newlane:
100% online
Fully self-paced
No weekly discussion posts
No mandatory Zoom lectures
No group projects that depend on other people’s schedules
You study when you can. You move as fast as you’re ready. You demonstrate mastery and move forward.
Many paraprofessionals finish faster than they expect because they already know much of the material from working in education.
What This Is—and What It Isn't
WHAT WE PROVIDE
An accredited bachelor’s degree
We help you clear the biggest hurdle: finishing your degree. From there, you can enter the certification program you choose.
WHAT WE DON’T PROVIDE
Teacher licensure
Most paraprofessionals already know the certification pathway in their state. In many cases, once you have your bachelor’s degree, enrolling in a teacher certification program is straightforward.
Earning your degree is the biggest milestone, and we help you reach it.
From there, you can pursue the certification pathway you choose. If you are unsure of the process, Newlane can connect you with established programs that guide graduates through teacher licensure.
How It Works
How It Works
Transfer Your Credits
Complete Remaining Courses
Self-study
Objective exam
Applied project
Oral exam
Graduate
Simple. Clear. Efficient.
Affordable by Design
$39
per month
$1,500
total tuition cap
Traditional universities charge by semester. We charge $39 per month until you reach $1,500 total tuition.
That’s it.
- No per-credit surprises
- No escalating tuition
- No interest-heavy student loans required
Education should open doors, not lock you into debt.
Accredited and Recognized
Newlane University is accredited through DEAC, recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
DEAC Accredited
U.S. Dept. of Education
Real Degree
Your degree is real. Your credits are legitimate. Your work counts.
Why Paraprofessionals Choose Newlane
They’re already working full time in schools
They can’t attend traditional classes
They don’t want to take on massive debt
They want a clear path toward becoming a licensed teacher
If that’s you, you’re not starting from scratch. You’re finishing what you started.
Take the Next Step
You’re already in education. You already care about students. You already know the system.
Now it’s time to finish your degree.
Your classroom experience got you this far.
Let’s help you move to the front of it.