College of Education

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
Rehabilitation counseling M.S. program
#7
Online master's in curriculum and instruction programs (NEW in 2026)
#10
Education administration specialty
#26

Events Calendar

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

No College of Education events are scheduled at this time. Watch this space for future updates to the calendar.

 

Informed & Inspired: College of Education News

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Take a bow: SDSU’s innovative and collaborative approach to preparing arts educators gets its flowers

Arts Schools Network honors College of Education and PSFA leaders for their work to reimagine teacher education alongside school district partners.

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VIDEO: Meet the new COESC president

Hilen Rosas-Diaz is a San Diegan, a liberal studies major, an aspiring bilingual educator — and the new president of the College of Education Student Council.

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Dean’s Welcome: Celebrating our Resilience

Y. Barry Chung shares his message of optimism and gratitude at the start of the 2026-27 academic year.

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