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For more than 100 years, the University of Minnesota’s College of Education and Human Development has been driven by a sustained belief in the value of each person as an individual with unique talents and challenges. We are the third largest college on the Twin Cities Campus, working across 12 buildings on two campuses featuring 10 undergraduate majors, more than 30 graduate degree programs, and 25 research centers and institutes. U.S. News & World Report recently ranked the college 12th among all public professional schools of education and 21st among all professional schools of education. Nationally ranked programs in CEHD include developmental (child) psychology at #1, special education at #10, and educational psychology at #8.
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
Master of arts (MA) in literacy education / Doctorate (PhD) in literacy education (opens in new tab)
Admission for the MA and PhD program is paused for one calendar year. No students will be admitted to start this program in the Fall 2027-Spring 2028 academic year. Admissions processes will resume…
Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development
Adult Education Certificates (opens in new tab)
An undergraduate certificate in adult education provides advanced strategies in teaching adults and hones your abilities to convey facts and theories in a persuasive and motivational way. 14 credits;…
Family Social Science
Ambiguous Loss Certificate (opens in new tab)
Explore the profound impact and gain expertise in the complexities of ambiguous loss with this online certificate program
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
Arts in education additional teaching license (opens in new tab)
This program is designed for teachers who hold a Minnesota license and want to add an additional license to expand their areas of expertise in their schools in one of the following areas: visual…
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Institute of Child Development
Bachelor of science (BS) in early childhood (opens in new tab)
Earn a bachelor's degree in early childhood and make a difference in the lives of young children and their families in a variety of careers. Add an additional year of studies to earn your MEd and be…
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
Bachelor of science (BS) in elementary education, foundations (opens in new tab)
This major is designed to prepare you to become an elementary teacher. However, you will also gain valuable and highly transferable skills for many different career paths including boards of…
Family Social Science
Bachelor of science (BS) in family social science (opens in new tab)
Study for a career in family therapy, human development, and family science.
School of Kinesiology
Bachelor of science (BS) in kinesiology (opens in new tab)
The kinesiology major is great for students interested in the the physiology and psychology of human movement. Students will explore the interactions between muscles, bones, joints, and the nervous…
School of Kinesiology
Bachelor of science (BS) in physical activity and health promotion (opens in new tab)
Our physical activity and health promotion (PAHP) major is great for those interested in learning how to increase physical activity, create healthy lifestyles, and improve health. In this growing…
Department of Educational Psychology
Bachelor of science (BS) in special education with licensure in early childhood special education (opens in new tab)
This program prepares you to obtain a teaching license in early childhood special education. Establish the skills necessary to support the development of young children birth through age six, with a…
Department of Educational Psychology
Bachelor of science (BS) in special education, foundations (opens in new tab)
Gain expertise in special education to expand its reach in schools and society.
School of Kinesiology
Bachelor of science (BS) in sport management (opens in new tab)
The bachelor of science (BS) program in sport management is for students who are interested in working with professional, collegiate, or community sports and athletic organizations. Students will…
School of Social Work
Bachelor of science (BS) in youth studies (opens in new tab)
Focus your undergraduate degree on a career you will love. Earn a Bachelor of Science in Youth Studies, and learn to work with youth in educational and recreational programs.
Family Social Science
Become an Accredited Financial Counselor (opens in new tab)
Become a skilled financial counselor in family social science. Join our program and make a positive impact on the financial lives of individuals and families
Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development
Business and marketing education BS (opens in new tab)
Coursework includes leadership, sales management, marketing, e-marketing, project management, business communication, management and supervisory development, and customer relationship management.
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
Climate Justice Education minor (opens in new tab)
The goal of the Climate Justice Education minor is to advance that education while fostering a community of students and faculty with the skills, transdisciplinary civic capacities, and ecocentric…
Department of Educational Psychology
Deaf and hard of hearing MEd and licensure (opens in new tab)
The UMN Deaf/Hard of Hearing program prepares you to effectively teach students, birth to age 22, with varying degrees of hearing
Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development
Director of community education licensure (opens in new tab)
Earn your director of community education licensure at a top R1 university. Rigorous, practice-based coursework, strong hiring outcomes, and flexible scheduling including online options.
Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development
Director of special education licensure (opens in new tab)
Earn your director of special education licensure at the University of Minnesota. Build expertise in special education law, finance, and program leadership with flexible scheduling for working…
Department of Educational Psychology
Disability policy and services certificate (opens in new tab)
Learn how to reduce the incidence of secondary conditions, improve access to services, and eliminate health, social, and economic disparities.
School of Kinesiology
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in kinesiology (opens in new tab)
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in kinesiology is a research-focused degree that prepares for a career in academic settings, teaching at the university level, research, or clinical settings.
Institute of Child Development
Doctoral developmental psychology minor (opens in new tab)
Supplement your doctoral studies with a minor in developmental psychology. In our minor, you’ll take foundational courses in cognitive, social, and emotional development. You’ll also gain experience…
Family Social Science
Doctorate (PhD) - Family science specialization (opens in new tab)
Expand your expertise in family science with a doctorate degree. Our program integrates a multidisciplinary approach in advanced coursework, research, and scholarship.
Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development
Doctorate (PhD) in comparative and international education (opens in new tab)
Choose an on-campus or hybrid cohort path to lead global change. Conduct critical, transnational research situated in Minnesota’s unique cultural landscape. Apply today to transform global education.
Family Social Science
Doctorate (PhD) in Couple and Family Therapy Specialization (opens in new tab)
Earn your doctorate degree and become a leader in couple/marriage and family therapy. Develop expertise in evidence-based therapeutic approaches, systemic interventions, and cultural competence
Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development
Doctorate (PhD) in education policy and leadership (opens in new tab)
Choose the annual on-campus track or the biennial executive cohort to transform PK-12 systems. Lead change through interdisciplinary research grounded in Minnesota’s policy and district needs.
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
Doctorate (PhD) in education, culture and teaching (opens in new tab)
Admission for the PhD program is paused for one calendar year. No students will be admitted to start this program in the Fall 2027-Spring 2028 academic year. Admissions processes will resume in Fall…
Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development
Doctorate (PhD) in evaluation studies (opens in new tab)
Pursue your PhD in Evaluation Studies. Master advanced quantitative and qualitative methods, lead original research, and drive systemic change across public and private sectors. No GRE required. Join…
Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development
Doctorate (PhD) in higher education (opens in new tab)
Advance your expertise with a top-tier doctor of philosophy (PhD) in higher education at the University of Minnesota. Join a premier research community dedicated to defining the future of learning,…
Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development
Doctorate (PhD) in human resource development (opens in new tab)
Earn a top-tier PhD in human resource development at the University of Minnesota. Designed for aspiring academics and research leaders, our program emphasizes theoretical rigor, advanced methodology,…
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
Doctorate (PhD) in multilingual education (opens in new tab)
Admission for the PhD program is paused for one calendar year. No students will be admitted to start this program in the Fall 2027-Spring 2028 academic year. Admissions processes will resume in Fall…
Department of Educational Psychology
Doctorate (PhD) in psychological foundations of education (opens in new tab)
Earn your PhD in psychological foundations of education. Study cognitive development through laboratory experiments and put research to work in local schools as well as informal learning environments.
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