School of Education and Human Development
We are dedicated to supporting equity and excellence in education and human development through our academic and professional development programs, community partnerships, and research. We offer bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees as well as graduate certificates. Learn more about School of Education and Human Development.
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Undergraduate Teacher Education
Our program allows you to combine education courses and student teaching experience with a major in the liberal arts, sciences, or a foreign language.

Graduate Teacher Education
Our programs include general teacher certification as well as specialties: literacy, montessori, special education, and teaching English as a second language.
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Our Graduate Programs
We offer programs in the fields of teaching, K-12 school leadership, adult and higher education, counseling, educational and school psychology, and public policy.

Online Graduate Programs
Complete your degree on a part-time or full-time basis — from home!

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