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Create Your Legacy

Start your legacy as an educator at Illinois State's College of Education and leave a positive and lasting impression on the next generation. Explore our Education Programs.

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Top Destination

We're the largest preparer of teachers in the Midwest. Our quality programs and resources can help you reach your goal of becoming an excellent educator.

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Powerful Impact

Our lab schools, partnerships, and international programs give you a lot of hands-on experience to leave your mark across the globe.

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Successful Outcomes

Graduates from the College of Education are successful in the classroom with over 96% earning the highest ratings on their teacher evaluations.

Our Academic Communities

Teacher Preparation

Prepare to be an amazing educator. From early childhood to elementary, middle level, high school, and special education, you’ll gain the skills and experience you need to make a positive impact on students.

Leader Preparation

Become a leader in education. Take the next step in your career with a Master’s, Doctorate or graduate certificate in education or administration.

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