Do you believe in the power of education to change the world? Do you think the answer to some of the most challenging problems facing our society will be discovered not in the lab, but in a classroom? Do you have a passion for asking questions, for teaching and for learning? We do. Explore your opportunities here in the College of Education.
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Academic Programs
Bachelor's degree or Ph.D.? On campus or online? Classroom teacher or university professor? In the College, you really can have it all. Whether you're headed to college for the first time or you're returning to earn an advanced degree, we have a program that will meet your needs.
- Undergraduate Programs - Quick Overview
- Graduate Programs - Quick Overview
- Online Programs - Quick Overview
- Student Academic Affairs Office
Admissions
The admission process to the College depends on what type of degree you're seeking (graduate or undergraduate) and what field of study you want to pursue. Also, if you're an international student coming to Illinois to study, there are some additional requirements you'll need to meet.
- Quick Overview - Admissions for Undergraduate Study (PDF)
- Quick Overview - Admissions for Graduate Study
- International Students Admission Resources
- University of Illinois Office of Undergraduate Admissions
- University of Illinois Graduate College
Teacher Certification
At the University of Illinois, you have many different routes to becoming a certified teacher in the state. In fact, 32 programs across the campus offer teacher education or other professional school personnel (such as Social Work) preparation programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
The College is directly responsible for the areas of Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education and Special Education, offering majors in these fields. Students choosing to pursue secondary education careers in math, science, English, and social studies earn their Minor in Secondary Education within the College while pursuing a content-based major in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. More about Teacher Certification in the College of Education
Academic Departments
Study in the College is broken out across six academic departments, each featuring different curriculum, faculty and degree opportunities. While all six departments teach a large number of undergraduate courses, only Special Education and Curriculum and Instruction offer undergraduate degrees for teachers. Master's and doctoral study is offered in all of our academic programs.