Our Programs
Our comprehensive range of flexible programs and degree offerings prepare aspiring teachers, practicing professionals, and educational leaders with the necessary knowledge and skills to launch or accelerate their careers.
A Legacy of Excellence. A Future of Possibilities.
For more than 150 years, the College of Education has been offering practice-oriented degrees for curious and critically reflective individuals who want to work as teachers, administrators, scholars, counselors, speech & hearing clinicians, and advocates. Our enduring reputation of excellence is sustained through a tradition of innovative and empowering practices, relevant and practical learning experiences, and a long-standing commitment to the education of diverse learners. From day one, our graduates are prepared to teach, to lead, and to imagine the possibilities of what can be in our schools, our institutions of higher education, and our communities.
By the Numbers
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Michigan State Normal School. 1899, first 4 year teaching degree in the United States
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1st college in the United States to offer Special Education.
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Academic Programs
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All undergraduates – including international – get in-state tuition
In the Know More Stories
Coalition led by COE prof. Ethan Lowenstein is recognized for advancing STEM culture in SE Michigan
The Southeast Michigan Stewardship Coalition (SEMIS), led by Eastern Michigan University Professor Ethan Lowenstein was awarded the Critical Partners Award by MiSTEM Network.
The Early Childhood Lending Library
The Early Childhood Lending Library provides pre-service teachers at EMU with a variety of play and learning materials they can use during their various field placements at EMU.
Video from COE Dean Gildersleeve's EduTalk held on October 27, 2022
If you weren't able to attend, or if you'd like to see it again you can watch the video on YouTube.