Teacher Education
Learn more about our initial licensure programs for new teachers and our additional license and MA options for experienced teachers.
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The University of St. Thomas offers degree programs for every educator and is committed to making meaningful change in classrooms across the country. Join us in our mission to teach, lead, and impact the students and educators of the future.
Which degree is for me?
The School of Education has degree options and pathways for every learner. Whether you are an experienced teacher looking to further your career and impact on education, or you are brand new to education looking for your first license, we have you covered. Explore our degree options below:
Teacher Education Degrees
Educational Leadership
Learn more about our master's and doctoral programs for future leaders in K-12 education, college student affairs and higher education administration.
Special Education
Learn more about our initial licensure programs for new teachers, our additional licenses for experienced teachers, and MA options in Special Education.
Residencies
Hear our recent ad on KS95? Learn more about our residency programs to earn a teaching license and master's degree in only 15 months. Graduate students can earn a stipend and learn in K-12 classrooms alongside experienced teachers.
Residencies
Not sure which program is for you? Explore our degree finder page and we will match you with the perfect program to continue your journey in education.
School of Education News
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Education Graduate Student Diego Luke Finds Identity Through Podcast
School of Education graduate student Diego Luke was featured in the Star Tribune highlighting his recent podcast with his mom, Laurie Stern. Luke, born as Aa Tiko' Rujux-Xicay, was adopted from Guatemala by white parents. The podcast, "All Relative: Defining Diego," launched in October, centers around him exploring his identity and growing up as an… The post Education Graduate Student Diego Luke Finds Identity Through Podcast appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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Associate Professor Lucy Payne Featured in Article on Murray Institute
School of Education Associate Professor Lucy Payne was featured in The Catholic Spirit in a piece highlighting the Murray Institute and its opportunities for students at St. Thomas. From the article: This fall, the institute is serving about 100 students: 50 students working on degrees in the School of Education, about 30 students in the… The post Associate Professor Lucy Payne Featured in Article on Murray Institute appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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Associate Professor Muffet Trout Participates in Mental Health Panel
University of St. Thomas Associate Professor of Teacher Education Dr. Muffet Trout recently participated in a panel at Occidental College in Los Angeles. During the panel, titled "Wellbeing in a New Era: Addressing Current Mental Health Concerns," Trout and other panelists discussed "holistic strategies and preventive measures Oxy community members can employ to manage their… The post Associate Professor Muffet Trout Participates in Mental Health Panel appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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School of Education's Leadership Continuity
Executive Vice President and Provost Eddy Rojas shared the following in an email to the University of St. Thomas community on Nov. 7, 2022. When an institution goes through significant leadership changes – as St. Thomas has experienced over the past year – a little continuity can feel very comforting. With this in mind, I… The post School of Education's Leadership Continuity appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.