For over 50 years, the UIC College of Education has prepared teachers, principals, researchers, activists, and policymakers to work in partnership with Chicago communities to positively impact the lives of learners of all ages and their families, and to counter indignities closely associated with poverty and race.

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Through their research, mentorship and leadership, members of our college community are actively seeking solutions, creating pathways, and leading efforts to shape educational practices and policies in Chicago and beyond. Our faculty, staff, students, and alumni advocate on behalf of children, adults and their families in Chicago and around the nation.

  • 21 Degree Programs

    We offer degree programs at the bachelor’s (2 BAs), master’s (9 MEds, 1 MS), and doctoral (8 PhDs, 1 EdD) level.

  • 1,120 Students Enrolled

    The College currently has approximately 542 undergraduates and 559 graduate students enrolled.

Mission