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!
Rising National Rankings
The SDSU College of Education is included in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report's list of top graduate education programs nationwide.
#41
Best education schools nationwide
#5
Online education master's programs
#10
Online master's in curriculum and instruction programs
Events Calendar
Find information about events, including lectures, workshops, and other happenings at the College of Education.
CRMSE Colloquium
CRMSE Colloquium
Informed & Inspired: College of Education News
Two College of Education alumnae named top San Diego County teachers
High school teachers Maria Miller and Jennifer Ekstein both earned credentials and master’s degrees from SDSU’s School of Teacher Education.
Leadership Studies student receives CSU’s first-ever Black Student Success Scholarship
Tajuddin Henry is one of six California State University students honored for their leadership in community service and advocating Black excellence
Child development student finds courage — and community — through cancer journey
Scholarship recipient Mitzi Cazares is back at SDSU with a new perspective and needed support after a long road to remission.
