The College of Education
 

Students
A small-school feeling at a large university. You belong at Illinois State.

Prospective Students

Illinois State has one of the largest education programs in the nation. You can become a teacher in early education, elementary education, middle school education, secondary education, and special education. In addition to teacher education programs, we have nationally-recognized graduate programs to prepare school administrators and higher education teachers. Explore the teacher education programs offered at ISU.

Current Students

Undergraduate

Teacher education programs at Illinois State include early education, elementary education, middle school education, secondary education, and special education. Get assistance in completing the requirements of your degree.

Graduate

Illinois State offers full doctoral programs on campus as well as off-campus in the Quad Cities, Springfield, Joliet/Channahon, and Chicago. Students interested in preparing for teaching careers in colleges and universities should consult academic advisors in the discipline they plan to teach for information concerning appropriate graduate degree preparation.

Please see the graduate catalog for facts about academic programs and requirements, admission, costs, financial aid, housing, and student services and activities of Illinois State University.

Other educational opportunities

Multicultural Mentorship Program

Be partnered with child who is growing up in the Chicago Public Schools and learn more about teaching in diverse settings. Learn more about the Multicultural Mentorship Program.

Chicago Urban Bus Trip

Get first-hand experience in urban education through a one-day trip to the Chicago Public Schools. One trip is offered each semester. Learn more about the Chicago Urban Bus Trip.

Student Organizations

Make the most out of your college career, be involved in campus life, and learn more about becoming a teacher. Get involved in a student organization today!

Scholarships and Financial Aid

Scholarships offered to students are awarded by the Office of the Dean and departments within the College of Education in conjunction with the Financial Aid Office and the Illinois State University Foundation. Application criteria vary. The amounts and number of awards vary due to fund balances and annual endowment earnings. Learn more about scholarships and financial aid for teacher education majors.

The College of Education is grateful to alumni and friends of the college who have provided gifts to our scholarships and awards. We welcome financial gifts to the College of Education. Learn more about giving opportunities to the College of Education.

The Bowman Fellows

The Bowman Fellows is a prestigious fellowship of education majors committed to being visionary leaders on campus, in their communities, and in their future roles in schools.Learn the qualifications, benefits, and how to apply to become a Bowman Fellow.