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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
- January 16, 2025 -
CREP Recognized by Smithsonian for K-5 Science Curriculum Project
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The College of Education’s Center for Research in Educational Policy (CREP) was recently
recognized for their work with the Smithsonian Science Education Center (SSEC) that
resulted in improved test scores within elementary school classrooms in North and
South Carolina. For the last five years, CREP worked as the evaluator of the Smithsonian
Science for the Classroom™ program.
- January 14, 2025 -
OTECP Announces Mentor Teacher of the Month - December 2024
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The College of Education (COE) at the University of Memphis recognizes Mandy Austin
for her mentor teacher contributions to the college’s Office of Teacher Education
and Clinical Practice (OTECP). Nominations for student teacher, mentor teacher, and
clinical supervisor of the month awards were not taken for the month of December,
due to the nature of final exams and the holiday season. And so, Austin stands as
our lone highlight.
- January 9, 2024 -
COE Announces Instructional Design and Technology Minor
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The College of Education at the University of Memphis is adding to its academic offering in its Instructional Design and Technology (IDT) program with an undergraduate minor, available Fall 2025.
Learn more about what career paths can come with an IDT minor >- December 16, 2024 -
Urban Education Celebrates 10 Years Since First Graduates
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - This week, program alumni, current students and faculty from the College of Education's
Urban Education program gathered to celebrate the 10 Year anniversary of the first
graduates, honoring the program’s legacy of innovation and research in the field of
Urban Education.
- December 12, 2024 -
Bettencourt Received ACPA Funding for Student Affairs Research
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Dr. Genia Bettencourt from the University of Memphis College of Education (COE) is
one of the recipients of the 2024-2025 Senior Scholars grants from the American College
Personnel Association (ACPA). Bettencourt and her colleague Dr. Lauren Irwin from
the University of Tennessee Knoxville plan to use the funding to research the experiences
of mid-level personnel in higher education.
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