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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Professionals Share Experiences From Master of Arts in Diversity Leadership
Leaders from diverse backgrounds are seeking to expand their voice in order to make a more impactful difference in their communities and workplaces. And to accomplish their goals they are leveraging one of the University of St. Thomas’ newest graduate degree offerings, the Master of Arts in Diversity Leadership. Whether championing health equity, advancing inclusion… The post Professionals Share Experiences From Master of Arts in Diversity Leadership appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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Family Connection: Meet the Sisters Welcoming Future Tommies to Campus
If you visit the admissions office at the University of St. Thomas, you’re likely to encounter genuine family hospitality. Two sisters from Brookfield, Wisconsin, Lauren and Lizzy Rusch, are often at the front desk, together, ready to offer prospective students and their families a warm, “Welcome to St. Thomas.” Lauren ’25, a senior admissions intern,… The post Family Connection: Meet the Sisters Welcoming Future Tommies to Campus appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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From Military Service to Advocate: Veterans Resource Director Connects With Students
“Every veteran has a story worth telling,” is a line you’ll hear from Norman Ferguson Jr., the director of the Paul and Sarah Karon Veterans Resource Center at the University of St. Thomas. And he is no exception to that rule. His blended journey of military service and theater seems like an unusual combination, but… The post From Military Service to Advocate: Veterans Resource Director Connects With Students appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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St. Thomas Alumna Supports Special Education Educators Through Her Start-Up
Growing up, Elizabeth Orme ’15 EdS would describe herself as a child with a “busy brain.” “I was totally the third grader doing handstands against the wall,” the University of St. Thomas alumna recalled about her experience as a neurodivergent student. “My teacher figured out that I learned in different ways. So, naturally, I was… The post St. Thomas Alumna Supports Special Education Educators Through Her Start-Up appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.