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Difference Makers Made Here

At SDSU's College of Education, we're passionate about preparing the next generation of education and wellness professionals. With more than 3,000 undergraduate, credential, master's, and doctoral students annually, we're one of our region's top producers of high-quality teachers, counselors, therapists, school administrators, community college leaders and more. If you're looking to make a difference for children, families and communities, you're in the right place.

Fall 2027 applications open August 1, 2026. Deadlines differ by program.

Teach and Inspire Future Generations

SDSU has long been the primary provider of new teachers to San Diego area school districts. Explore pathways to earn your teaching credential!

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Rising National Rankings

#412026 U.S. News & World Report's list of top graduate education programs nationwide — four spots higher than last year! Also:
Online education master's programs (2026)
#5
Online master's in curriculum and instruction programs (NEW in 2026)
#10
Education administration specialty
#26

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Find information about events, including lectures, workshops, and other happenings at the College of Education.

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Informed & Inspired: College of Education News

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Fighting past failure: A leadership studies major recalls her light bulb moment

Sydney Soriano took a difficult and winding path on the way to success at SDSU. Now the proud Filipina American aims to make a difference for her community in higher education.

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COE Connections Episode 22: Afarin Rajaei

Associate Professor in the Department of Counseling and School Psychology discusses AI and its impact on human agency, relationships and mental health care.

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Faculty Q&A: Vinnie Pompei on California school districts not making the grade in LGBTQIA+ student safety and inclusion

Assistant professor in school psychology served on the statewide committee behind Equality California’s latest Safe and Supportive Schools Report Card. He sees much room for improvement in the data.

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