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Take courses that transfer to WGU Teachers College for just $99/month
For the most up-to-date transfer information for Sophia courses to WGU please click here: WGU Transfer Pathways Site
Western Governors University has partnered with Sophia to help you earn credits quickly and affordably. Sophia courses can be transferred to your desired degree at WGU prior to enrollment. Available anytime, anywhere, and accessible by most any device, Sophia's self-paced courses let you earn general education credits on your schedule. View the course chart below to find the right courses that will help you earn credits towards your degree at WGU.
Please note that WGU Transfer Pathways may vary by degree major. A maximum of 75% of the total credits in a program may be granted from a combination of prior learning assessments from non-traditional training and Credit by Exam.
View our full list of ACE codes for Sophia courses
As part of WGU’s ongoing review of academic programs and course levels, WGU has updated certain transfer articulations, including removing some Sophia Learning articulations.
Official Sophia Learning transcripts must have been received by WGU during March 2026 to be considered under the prior articulation guidelines.
After March 2026, WGU can accept general education and lower-division courses for transfer, but upper-division courses must be completed at WGU.
To see the current list of transferable courses, visit our website at WGU Transfer Pathways Site.
Western Governors University has partnered with Sophia to help you earn credits quickly and affordably. Sophia courses can be transferred to your desired degree at WGU prior to enrollment. Available anytime, anywhere, and accessible by most any device, Sophia's self-paced courses let you earn general education credits on your schedule. View the course chart below to find the right courses that will help you earn credits towards your degree at WGU.
Please note that WGU Transfer Pathways may vary by degree major. A maximum of 75% of the total credits in a program may be granted from a combination of prior learning assessments from non-traditional training and Credit by Exam.
View our full list of ACE codes for Sophia courses
As part of WGU’s ongoing review of academic programs and course levels, WGU has updated certain transfer articulations, including removing some Sophia Learning articulations.
Official Sophia Learning transcripts must have been received by WGU during March 2026 to be considered under the prior articulation guidelines.
After March 2026, WGU can accept general education and lower-division courses for transfer, but upper-division courses must be completed at WGU.
To see the current list of transferable courses, visit our website at WGU Transfer Pathways Site.
How It Works
Here's how Sophia works with your degree at WGU Teachers College.
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Become a Member
Save time and money earning your degree when you become a Sophia member. Our online and on-demand courses help you knock out your general education requirements fast and on your terms.
- Gain unlimited access
- 70+ on-demand courses
- Only $99 a month
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Take Courses
Take one or many of our highly-rated courses. Complete all the required assessments with an overall score of 70% or above and go onto the next one.
- Take as many (or as few) as you want
- Go at your own pace
- Courses are pass-fail
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Transfer Credit
When you complete a course, Sophia will send you an email with instructions on ordering your official transcript.
Membership Plans & Pricing
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Courses
Select from Sophia courses that fit your degree program at WGU Teachers College.
If you're unsure which courses are applicable toward your program, we recommend reviewing our course list with an advisor from your school to find the best options.
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WGU Teachers College's Degree Programs| Sophia Course | WGU Courses - Please Refer to WGU Transfer Pathways Site for Latest Equivalencies by Program | ACE® ID | Sem Credits | Rating | |
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Business Communication | Introduction to Communication | SOPH-0059 | 3 |
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English Composition I | English Composition I | SOPH-0015 | 3 |
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English Composition II | English Composition II | SOPH-0030 | 3 |
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Public Speaking | Introduction to Communication | SOPH-0024 | 3 |
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Workplace Communication | Introduction to Communication | SOPH-0034 | 3 |
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Workplace Writing II | English II; Composition: Successful Self-Expression | SOPH-0049 | 3 |
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Ancient Greek Philosophers | Introduction to Humanities | SOPH-0027 | 3 |
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Approaches to Studying Religions | Introduction to Humanities | SOPH-0008 | 3 |
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Art History I | Introduction to Humanities | SOPH-0006 | 3 |
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Art History II | Introduction to Humanities | SOPH-0029 | 3 |
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Introduction to Ethics | Introduction to Humanities | SOPH-0020 | 3 |
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Visual Communications | Introduction to Humanities | SOPH-0009 | 3 |
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Calculus I | Mathematics for Elementary Educators I (3 credits), Mathematics for Elementary Educators II (3 credits), College Algebra (4 credits), Trigonometry and Precalculus (4 credits), or Calculus I (4 credits). Note: Calculus I will be met dependent on program and other math transfer credit | SOPH-0060 | 4 |
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College Algebra | Mathematics for Elementary Educators I or College Algebra | SOPH-0001 | 3 |
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Introduction to Statistics | Mathematics for Elementary Educators III, Applied Probability and Statistics, or Probability and Statistics I | SOPH-0005 | 3 |
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Precalculus | Mathematics for Elementary Educators I, Mathematics for Elementary Educators II, or Trigonometry and Precalculus | SOPH-0069 | 3 |
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Environmental Science | Note: Environmental Science will be met depending on program - Ecology and Environmental Science, Climate Change, or Integrated Physical Sciences. Transfer courses may not be used to fulfill more than one course of study | SOPH-0016 | 3 |
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Human Biology | Integrated Physical Sciences | SOPH-0002 | 3 |
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Human Biology Lab | Natural Science Lab | SOPH-0067 | 1 |
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Introduction to Chemistry Lab | Natural Science Lab | SOPH-0070 | 1 |
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Introduction to Nutrition | Health, Fitness, and Wellness | SOPH-0063 | 3 |
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U.S. History I | Survey of United States History | SOPH-0022 | 3 |
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U.S. History II | Survey of United States History | SOPH-0025 | 3 |
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Sophia Courses Without Transfer Equivalency
The courses below do not currently transfer to WGU Teachers College under an established agreement. Before enrolling in these courses, please contact the school to confirm whether they will accept the credit.
| Sophia Course | Category | ACE® ID | Credits | Rating | |
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Anatomy and Physiology I | Science | SOPH-0073 | 3 |
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Anatomy and Physiology I Lab | Science | SOPH-0072 | 1 |
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Anatomy and Physiology II | Science | SOPH-0081 | 3 |
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Anatomy and Physiology II Lab | Science | SOPH-0082 | 1 |
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Business Data Analytics | Business | SOPH-0091 | 3 |
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Business Ethics | Business | SOPH-0076 | 3 |
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Business Law | Business | SOPH-0032 | 3 |
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Career Readiness | Career Success | SOPH-0066 | 3 |
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College Readiness | Career Success | SOPH-0031 | 3 |
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Computer Applications | Computer Science and IT | SOPH-0093 | 1 |
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Conflict Resolution | Career Success | SOPH-0007 | 3 |
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Criminology | Social Science | SOPH-0084 | 3 |
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Critical Thinking | Humanities | SOPH-0065 | 3 |
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Data Literacy | Computer Science and IT | SOPH-0099 | 1 |
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Developing Effective Teams | Career Success | SOPH-0021 | 1 |
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Digital Literacy | Computer Science and IT | SOPH-0097 | 1 |
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Financial Accounting | Business | SOPH-0010 | 3 |
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Foundations of English Composition | English and Communication | SOPH-0019 | 3 |
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Foundations of Statistics | Math | SOPH-0017 | 2 |
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French I | Language | SOPH-0077 | 3 |
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Health, Fitness, and Wellness | Science | SOPH-0080 | 3 |
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Healthcare Career Exploration | Career Success | SOPH-0100 | 1 |
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Healthcare Management | Business | SOPH-0092 | 3 |
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Human Resource Management | Business | SOPH-0089 | 3 |
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IT Career Exploration | Career Success | SOPH-0041 | 1 |
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Introduction to Business | Business | SOPH-0014 | 3 |
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Introduction to Career Readiness | Career Success | SOPH-0061 | 1 |
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Introduction to Chemistry | Science | SOPH-0056 | 3 |
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Introduction to College Mathematics | Math | SOPH-0055 | 3 |
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Introduction to Criminal Justice | Social Science | SOPH-0090 | 3 |
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Introduction to Education | Social Science | SOPH-0098 | 3 |
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Introduction to Information Technology | Computer Science and IT | SOPH-0023 | 3 |
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Introduction to Java Programming | Computer Science and IT | SOPH-0062 | 3 |
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Introduction to Networking | Computer Science and IT | SOPH-0068 | 3 |
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Introduction to Physics | Science | SOPH-0095 | 3 |
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Introduction to Psychology | Social Science | SOPH-0048 | 3 |
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Introduction to Python Programming | Computer Science and IT | SOPH-0058 | 3 |
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Introduction to Relational Databases | Computer Science and IT | SOPH-0047 | 3 |
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Introduction to Sociology | Social Science | SOPH-0051 | 3 |
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Introduction to Web Development | Computer Science and IT | SOPH-0043 | 3 |
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Lifespan Development | Social Science | SOPH-0078 | 3 |
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Macroeconomics | Social Science | SOPH-0012 | 3 |
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Managerial Accounting | Business | SOPH-0079 | 3 |
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Medical Terminology | Science | SOPH-0094 | 3 |
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Microbiology | Science | SOPH-0074 | 3 |
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Microbiology Lab | Science | SOPH-0075 | 1 |
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Microeconomics | Social Science | SOPH-0011 | 3 |
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Operations Management | Business | SOPH-0086 | 3 |
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Organizational Behavior | Business | SOPH-0083 | 3 |
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Personal Finance | Business | SOPH-0044 | 3 |
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Principles of Finance | Business | SOPH-0033 | 3 |
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Principles of Leadership | Business | SOPH-0096 | 3 |
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Principles of Management | Business | SOPH-0054 | 3 |
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Principles of Marketing | Business | SOPH-0085 | 3 |
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Project Management | Business | SOPH-0013 | 3 |
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Public and Community Health | Science | SOPH-0087 | 3 |
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Social Psychology | Social Science | SOPH-0101 | 3 |
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Spanish I | Language | SOPH-0057 | 3 |
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Spanish II | Language | SOPH-0064 | 3 |
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The Essentials of Managing Conflict | Career Success | SOPH-0026 | 1 |
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U.S. Government | Social Science | SOPH-0071 | 3 |
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Workplace Writing I | Career Success | SOPH-0050 | 3 |
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Reviews
Our students love the freedom, flexibility and support we offer. See what they're saying about Sophia's courses.
by Gabriela K. on September 18, 2026
A very difficult course. Definitely for someone who likes numbers.
by Ali M. on September 18, 2026
a very good course, specifically the structuring of the material in small chunks that made progress managable even with limited time.
by Akash M. on September 18, 2026
Public speaking has touchstone projects to make videos, which teach you a lot.
by Adi G. on September 18, 2026
I was honestly nervous about taking English Composition II, but it turned out to be one of the most valuable courses I’ve taken. I learned so much about academic writing, research, critical thinking, and how to build a strong argument. The course challenged me, but I truly enjoyed the process and feel much more confident as a writer. Five stars!
by Taylor C. on September 18, 2026
Definitely a refresher but easy to follow and apply what’s taught
