Prepare to Impact the Next Generation of Students
Get ready to lead change in one of Georgia Southern University’s premier education programs.
The College of Education trains the next generation of teachers, administrators, counselors and psychology professionals, starting at the undergraduate level and extending to our graduate and practitioner-focused doctoral degrees. In fact, we lead the University in graduate education.
Across all programs, we pride ourselves on graduating effective and caring educators and other service professionals who meet the needs of today’s global community. Our accomplished faculty will guide you to excel and invite you to take part in transformative research. Our partnerships with Georgia schools, clinics and other organizations give you practical, onsite experience that prepares you to make an impact from day one.
Explore Our Programs
Earn your initial certification, change careers or continue your education. Find a program that fits your life among our top-ranked bachelor's, master’s, doctoral, endorsement and 100% online offerings.
Meet Our Faculty
Learn from established experts at our Statesboro, Armstrong and Liberty campuses, as well as in our online programs. Explore what it means to push the boundaries of educational excellence in Georgia and beyond.
Facts and Figures
The College of Education nurtures and advances the careers of successful educators and other service professionals.
30+
Graduate Education Credentials
Advanced training in P-20 education, research and curriculum studies, counselor education, school psychology, higher education administration, school leadership, literacy education and instructional technology.
90+%
Employment Rate
For 2018-2021 bachelor’s and M.A.T. graduates in Georgia public schools.
50%
Of Georgia Southern Graduate Students
Enroll in the College of Education’s master’s, doctoral and endorsement programs. We’re home to roughly 1,900 graduate students.
Centers and Research
Our faculty members influence innovation through their research and outreach. They offer collaborative, solution-driven change to meet societal needs, connect meaningfully with students and working professionals, are pioneers in instructional technologies and serve underrepresented communities in pursuit of educational excellence. See how their efforts shape the science of learning, language, literacy, STEM education and educator preparation and impact youth resiliency.
College of Education Expands Teaching Partnership
In Fall of 2023, Georgia Southern education faculty secured almost $500,000 from the Gulf Research Board to partner with middle and high school teachers across the state. Together, they will develop students’ scientific and environmental skills.
Departments
“I’ve always wanted to change the game in education. As far as I can remember, I’ve wanted to be a teacher. It’s really the only career for me. It ticks all the boxes, and I’m able to impact my future students so they can impact the world.”
— Jordan Moreno, '24
Student Success and Support
Do you have questions about choosing an academic path that’s right for you? Want guidance on your classes or course loads? Need other support? At Georgia Southern, we are devoted to providing students with the resources they need to be successful.
Recent News
- 2024 National Youth Advocacy and Resilience Conference
- Teaching Experience for Underclassmen
- New Collaborative Launches Trauma Informed Resources
- Alumnae selected to give fall commencement address
- Largo-Tibet Elementary School students embark on eye-opening educational journey as ‘Teachers for a Day’ on Georgia Southern’s Armstrong Campus
- US Army contracts professors to create metacognition tool
- Program offers teachers unique items for hands-on learning
- Professor visits China to share about preschool special education