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
Collins elected VP of Council for Exceptional Children's Division of Emotional and Behavioral Health
A former special education teacher, Collins is passionate about empowering educators to improve outcomes for students with emotional or behavioral disorders.
New heights: COE up to No. 48 in U.S. News ranking
College of Education rises in the rankings for the third-consecutive year, still No. 1 in San Diego County and the CSU.
COE faculty researchers on the cover of Engage + Innovate magazine
Ana Dueñas, Vanessa Placeres and Jennica Paz are spotlighted by SDSU's research magazine for their work to empower children and youth.
