Our Programs

Welcome to the College of Education at the University of Memphis. As a pioneering institution dedicated to shaping the future of learning and leadership, we proudly offer a diverse array of programs designed to empower tomorrow's educators, counselors, and leaders across various sectors. Our comprehensive offerings span 20 degree programs, including bachelor's, master's, and doctoral options, complemented by minors and graduate certificates tailored to meet the evolving demands of their respective fields. Whether you aspire to innovate in the classroom, guide organizations through transformative change, or harness the latest in instructional technology, we equip you with the knowledge and skills to thrive in your chosen field. Explore our programs and discover where your journey to impact begins.

Explore our Degree Programs

What can I do with a degree from the COE?

At the College of Education, our graduates are more than educators and administrators; they are the backbone of transformative change across diverse fields. From hospital-based rehabilitation specialists to mental health counselors, school administrators to university researchers, and leaders in nonprofit organizations to human resources administrators, our alumni shape communities and drive innovation. They serve as directors of government agencies, community college presidents, and influential figures in student affairs. Our versatile programs also prepare graduates as behavior analysts in education, business, and clinical psychology, instructional designers in corporate and academic settings, and literacy coaches enhancing educational outcomes. Whatever your passion, we equip you with the skills and expertise to excel and lead in today's dynamic landscape.

COE graduates work as:

• Hospital-based and community-based treatment and rehabilitation practitioners
• Mental health counselors
• School and university counselors
• Psychologists
• University researchers
• K-12 school administrators
• District superintendents
• Non-profit directors
• Human Resources administrators
• Leaders of government agencies
• Community college presidents
• Deans, Associate Deans, and Assistant Deans
• Student Affairs administrators
• Teachers and leaders in pre-school and K-12
• Behavior Analysts in education, business, and clinical psychology
• Instructional Designers in business, military, and higher education
• Literacy Coaches in schools and the community