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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
- 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.”
- November 3, 2024 -
College of Ed. Dives Into New Memphis 13 Curriculum with MSCS Teachers
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The University of Memphis College of Education (COE), in collaboration with the Memphis
13 Foundation, hosted a professional development (PD) session for social studies teachers
in the Memphis Shelby County Schools (MSCS) district. The focus of the session was
on effectively teaching the newly implemented Memphis 13 curriculum, which was integrated
into the MSCS social studies curriculum in May 2023.
- October 25, 2024 -
COE Alum Honored with Street Dedication Next to Liberty Stadium
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – College of Education alumnus, Glenn Rogers Sr. was honored on Friday with a street
dedication, sealing his legacy in both Memphis and Tiger Football history. The obvious
choice of the street was S. Hollywood between Southern and Central Avenues, where
Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium calls home.
- October 25, 2024 -
Resource Fair Hosts Hundreds of Students with Disabilities
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The University of Memphis Institute on Disability (UMID) hosted over 200 high school
students who have intellectual and/or physical disabilities from Memphis-area school
districts for a resource fair which featured community resources that can help these
students lead meaningful lives after graduating high school.
- October 15, 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 September 2024: Micayla Scott, Molly Tosh, and Jennifer Bubrig.
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