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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Good news: Longtime journalist gives to support aspiring teachers

Coleen Geraghty, former editor of SDSU’s campus magazine, discusses why she and her husband created a scholarship in honor of her sister and brother-in-law.

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CRMSE team aims to bring data science back to local elementary schools

SDSU math education faculty are launching paid professional development workshops for teachers in San Diego and the Imperial Valley.

Theresa McCune and her partner, Donald, posed next to the Koester Memorial Sundial near Hepner Hall.

From a city of glitz, hands-on work builds a gift to teachers

Theresa McCune wants her planned giving for SDSU to honor the teaching profession and the difference it can make.

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