Teacher Education
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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 finder or start browsing 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
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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In the News: Chelda Smith Kondo on St. Paul’s Homeless Encampment Closures
Chelda Smith Kondo, an associate professor at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with KARE 11 about St. Paul’s efforts to close its largest homeless encampments. Smith Kondo said long-term solutions should prioritize stable housing, noting that clearing encampments can disrupt access to health care, outreach workers and other essential services. From the conversation:Chelda Smith… The post In the News: Chelda Smith Kondo on St. Paul’s Homeless Encampment Closures appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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St. Thomas Expands Nationally Recognized Teacher Residency Program
Not long ago, Quantell Crawford ’20, ’23 MA faced a difficult choice: give up his job to complete unpaid student teaching or walk away from becoming a teacher altogether. For many would-be educators who can’t afford time away from a paying job, that's where the path ends. Crawford found a different way forward through the… The post St. Thomas Expands Nationally Recognized Teacher Residency Program appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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GHR Foundation and St. Thomas Partnership Builds Catholic School Teacher Pipeline
A new partnership between the University of St. Thomas and the GHR Foundation aims to bolster the pipeline of future Catholic school teachers by creating pathways for aspiring educators to earn their bachelor’s degrees and obtain licensure in elementary education. GHR Foundation has awarded St. Thomas’ School of Education a grant to launch a teach… The post GHR Foundation and St. Thomas Partnership Builds Catholic School Teacher Pipeline appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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Sights and Sounds: Graduate School Commencement
Master's and doctoral students from schools and colleges across the University of St. Thomas gathered in the Lee & Penny Anderson Arena for two commencement ceremonies celebrating the Class of 2026. The 9:30 a.m. ceremony honored graduate students from the Morrison Family College of Health and the Opus College of Business, while the 12:30 p.m.… The post Sights and Sounds: Graduate School Commencement appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.