Teacher Education
Learn more about our initial licensure programs for new teachers and our additional license and MA options for experienced teachers.
0/1
School of
Education
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
-
St. Thomas Hosts Fireside Chat With St. Paul Mayor-Elect
When St. Paul Mayor-Elect Kaohly Vang Her sat down with University of St. Thomas President Rob Vischer for a recent fireside chat, the conversation touched on the role education has played in her life. For Her, a current doctoral student in educational leadership at St. Thomas, higher education has been both a personal lifeline and… The post St. Thomas Hosts Fireside Chat With St. Paul Mayor-Elect appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
-
A St. Thomas Education Major's Drive Earned Her an Obama-Chesky Scholarship
A smile spread across Ariah Crosby’s ’27 face as she jumped from story to story, recounting everything that led her to national recognition. “I’ve always been very ambition driven,” she said. During her short time at the University of St. Thomas as an education major, Crosby has worked for the Minnesota Capitol Pathways, conducted research… The post A St. Thomas Education Major's Drive Earned Her an Obama-Chesky Scholarship appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
-
In the News: Chelda Smith Kondo on the Relationship Between Teacher Pay and Graduation Rates
Chelda Smith Kondo, associate professor of education at the University of St. Thomas School of Education, spoke with KSTP about teacher salary negotiations in Minneapolis and how pay disparities impact retention and educational equity across Minnesota. The post In the News: Chelda Smith Kondo on the Relationship Between Teacher Pay and Graduation Rates appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
-
Tales from the Archives: School of Education Celebrates 75 Years of Master’s Students
When the Aquin student newspaper published the headline “Master of Education Degree Planned” on March 24, 1950, few could have imagined how transformative that moment would be. The opening of the first graduate program at the College of St. Thomas marked the beginning of a legacy that 75 years later has evolved into a diverse… The post Tales from the Archives: School of Education Celebrates 75 Years of Master’s Students appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.