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Welcome to the College of Education at the University of Memphis, where our legacy of excellence spans over a century. Founded in 1912, we're more than just educators; we're innovators in educational research, counseling, and leadership development. At the forefront of shaping futures, our diverse programs prepare students for impactful roles not only in classrooms but also in leadership positions across education and beyond. Whether you're passionate about transforming teaching methodologies, conducting cutting-edge research, guiding individuals through counseling, or leading organizational change, our college offers the expertise and opportunities to ignite your potential and make a lasting difference. Join us in redefining what it means to shape the future of education and leadership—explore, engage, and elevate your aspirations with us today.
Our Departments
Counseling, Educational Psychology and Research (CEPR)
Unlock your potential in education, psychology, and counseling—explore our diverse degree programs now!Instruction and Curriculum Leadership (ICL)
Explore our range of undergraduate teaching concentrations, or grow your knowledge with our MAT and EdD programs. Start your journey in education today!Explore by Degree
Applied Behavior Analysis - Minor
Art Education - Master's (MAT)
Autism Studies - Graduate Certificate (non-degree)
Clinical Mental Health Counseling - Master's (MS)
Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling - Master's (MS)
College and Career Counseling - Graduate Certificate (non-degree)
Counselor Education and Supervision - Doctoral (PhD)
Counseling Psychology - Doctoral (PhD)
Design and Development - Graduate Certificate (non-degree)
Disability Studies - Graduate Certificate (non-degree)
Educational Psychology and Research - Minor / Master's (MS) / Doctoral (PhD)
Elementary Education (K-5) - Bachelor's (BSEd) / Master's (MAT)
Higher Ed and Adult Education - Doctoral (EdD)
Higher Education Instruction - Graduate Certificate (non-degree)
Human Computer Interaction - Graduate Certificate (non-degree)
Instruction and Curriculum Leadership (7 Concentrations):
- Applied Behavior Analysis - Master's (MS) / Doctoral (EdD)
- Integrated Early Childhood Education - Master's (MS) / Doctoral (EdD)
- Instruction and Curriculum - Master's (MS) / Doctoral (EdD)
- Instructional Design and Technology / K-12 Educational Technology Track - Master's (MS) / Doctoral (EdD)
- Instructional Design and Technology / Design and Development Track - Master's (MS) / Doctoral (EdD)
- Literacy Education - Master's (MS) / Doctoral (EdD)
- School Library Information Specialist - Master's (MS)
- Special Education - Master's (MS) / Doctoral (EdD)
Integrated Early Childhood Education - Bachelor's (BSEd) / Master's (MAT)
Integrative Studies: Educational Careers - Bachelor's (BSEd)
Integrative Studies: Secondary Math - Bachelor's (BSEd)
Integrative Studies: Youth Development - Bachelor's (BSEd)
K-12 Education - Minor
K-12 Educational Technology - Graduate Certificate (non-degree)
K-12 Educational Leadership - Graduate Certificate (non-degree)
Leadership and Policy Studies - Doctoral (EdD)
Literacy Leadership and Coaching - Graduate Certificate
Multi-Tier Systems of Support - Graduate Certificate (non-degree)
Physical Education - Master's (MAT)
Qualitative Studies in Education - Graduate Certificate (non-degree)
Quantitative Studies in Educational Research - Graduate Certificate (non-degree)
School Administration and Supervision - Master's (MS)
School Counseling - Graduate Certificate (non-degree) / Master's (MS)
School Library Information Specialist - Graduate Certificate (non-degree)
STEM Teacher Leadership - Graduate Certificate (non-degree)
Secondary Education (6-12) - Master's (MAT)
Special Education: Interventionist/Comprehensive - Bachelor's (BSEd) / Graduate Certificate (non-degree) / Master's (MAT)
Student Affairs Administration - Master's (MS)
Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) - Master's (MAT)
Urban Education - Graduate Certificate (non-degree)
Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling - Master's (MS)
World Languages - Master's (MAT)
COE News
- December 10, 2024 -
Student / Mentor / Supervisor of the Month: November 2024
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - The College of Education (COE) Office of Teacher Education and Clinical Practice (OTECP)
is proud to announce the recipients of Student Teacher, Mentor Teacher and Supervisor
of the Month for November 2024: Alexandra Cruz, Dustin Duren and Dr. LaSheba Hilliard.
- December 9, 2024 -
Model Classroom Opens on Lambuth Campus
JACKSON, Tenn. – Pre-residency teaching candidates at the University of Memphis Lambuth Campus now
have a tool to better prepare them for advanced coursework and residency. Faculty
in the College of Education (COE) announced the completion of a model classroom at
Varnell Jones Hall, creating an atypical classroom for education students.
- November 27, 2024 -
Student / Mentor / Supervisor of the Month: September 2024
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The College of Education (COE) Office of Teacher Education and Clinical Practice (OTECP)
is proud to announce the recipients of Student Teacher, Mentor Teacher and Supervisor
of the Month for October 2024: Chasity Partee, Lena Ross and Crystal White.
- November 26, 2024 -
COE Faculty Duo Receive Grant to Focus on Book Censorship in Tennessee
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Two College of Education (COE) faculty members have received funding from the University of Memphis Division of Research & Innovation to study book banning practices in the state of Tennessee. Their Communities of Research Scholars (CoRS) Program, titled “Mediating Policy, Politics, and Pedagogy: Exploring Educator Practices in Response to Censorship Efforts in Tennessee,” will look at how educators at the K-12 and university levels can navigate ever changing legislation.
Read more on what will be researched >- November 14, 2023 -
Larkin Awarded Grant to Enhance Racial and Disability Inclusion in Children’s Literature
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – College of Education (COE) faculty member, Kayla Larkin has received a grant from
the Council for Exception Children’s (CEC) Racial Justice Grant for her project, titled
“Developing Culturally Responsive and Critically Inclusive Memphis Educators and Classrooms
through Children’s Literature.”
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