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College of Education

  1. Undergrad Degrees
  2. Graduate Degrees
  3. Certificates and Certifications
  4. Online Programs

Undergraduate Degrees

Explore our bachelor's degree programs and certification options for freshmen and undergraduate transfer students.

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Graduate Degrees

Consider our outstanding master's and doctoral degree programs.

Masters/Doctoral

Certificates and Certifications

Complete a state-approved Texas certification program to become a teacher or principal; empower Hispanic student success via our HSI Certificate; or learn about our undergraduate interdisciplinary leadership minor/certificate.

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Online Programs

Complete your graduate degree or certification through one of our 100%, fully online programs.

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Academic Excellence

Our programs are nationally ranked and led by faculty and staff teams who are committed to student success, scholarship, and community engagement.

100%

Reading Specialist Certification Exam Pass Rate

Educator Preparation Program pass rates for the TEA's Reading Specialist Exams (2024)

#8

Best Online Master's in Education Program

U.S. News & World Report (2026)

94%

Teacher Certification Exam Pass Rate

Educator Preparation Program pass rates for the TEA's Content Exams and Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities (PPR) Exams (2024).

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Early Field Experiences in Local Schools

Get hands-on experience in local schools. Our 5-year retention rate for new teachers is 80.1%, among the highest in Texas.
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Flexible Classes

Courses are offered in-person (day and evening) with many programs offered fully online.
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The Student Experience

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Meet Patra

I really appreciate my peers and how many of them are positive and dedicated they are towards their degree.

Patra Pol Q&A

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Meet Lillean

I love that everyone here in the College of Education is as passionate about teaching as I am!

Lillean Salazar Q&A

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Meet Denver

I love UTA! It's close to home and they have a welcoming environment.

Denver Brown Q&A

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Meet Lauren

UTA is right around the corner from my house, my mom attended and graduated. I'm proud to be her legacy.

Lauren Jones Q&A

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Departments and Center

STUDENT ADVISING

Our undergraduate and graduate advisers can provide help with registration, course schedules, and more.

Undergraduate Advising

Graduate Advising