The School of Education offers program emphases in urban, international, and emerging education through four distinct undergraduate departments and eleven graduate programs. All programs are approved by the Wisconsin Department of Instruction. Documentation of program approval in the Wisconsin Educator Preparation Program Report can be found on the DPI website annual report page.
Bachelor's
Accelerated Bachelor of Arts in Cross Categorical Special Education
An online teaching program that prepares you to lead K-12 students with varying disabilities.
Accelerated Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education
Gain the skills and strategies to be a licensed teacher in early childhood education.
Accelerated Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education
An online pathway to a degree in elementary education and teacher licensure.
Accelerated Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education - Social Studies
A teacher program for licensure in grades 4-12 with online courses and clinical experiences in schools.
Accelerated Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education - English and Language Arts
A teaching program in secondary education with online courses and in-classroom experiences.
Accelerated Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education - Mathematics
An online program to earn your degree and licensure at the secondary education level for math.
Bachelor of Arts in Art Education
Inspire students to create, understand, and appreciate art as a teacher.
Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood and Early Childhood Special Education
Learn to provide support and instruction at the early childhood level for individuals with varying levels of abilities and special needs.
Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood and Elementary Education
Develop a deep understanding of how children learn and grow in mind, body, and spirit through our bachelor’s degree in early childhood education program.
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary/Middle Education and Cross Categorical Special Education
This dual licensure program will prepare you to teach learners with and without disabilities in a 4K-9th grade setting.
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary/Middle School Education (Middle Childhood through Early Adolescence)
Whether you wish to teach in a public school or in a religious school setting, our bachelor’s degree in elementary/middle school education program is an ideal fit for you.
Bachelor of Arts in K-12 Business Education
Learn to teach the fundamentals of business with a focus on values and ethics.
Bachelor of Arts in K-12 Music Education
Teach various music theories and techniques to help grow students' abilities and awareness.
Bachelor of Arts in K-12 Physical Education
Teach students healthy lifestyles and choices today and for the future.
Bachelor of Arts in Science Education
Learn to create a science classroom focused on curiosity and discovery for students.
Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education English and Language Arts
Develop students' skills and appreciation for language and literature as an ELA teacher.
Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Mathematics Education
Grow students' abilities to understand and excel at math as a 4th-12th grade teacher.
Bachelor of Arts in Social Studies Education
Gain the confidence and skills to educate students about the past and present world around them.
Bachelor of Arts in Special Education
A bachelor’s degree in special education gives you everything you need to embark on your career in this special field as a special educator.
Doctoral
Doctor of Philosophy in Leadership in Innovation and Continuous Improvement (LICI)
A research-intensive PhD program that will build your expertise and confidence to be an influential leader.
Doctorate of Education in Leadership in Innovation and Continuous Improvement (LICI)
Enhance your skills and expertise to achieve your professional and personal goals.
Licensure
Accelerated Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education
Gain the skills and strategies to be a licensed teacher in early childhood education.
Alternative Education DPI Licensure (WI DPI #1952)
Help every student get the most out of their education with an Alternative Education License.
Cross Categorical Special Education Licensure (WI DPI #2801)
Gain the skills and expertise to teach and provide accessible education to K-12 students with varying disabilities and learning needs.
District Administrator Licensure (formerly Superintendent)
Confidently lead a school district to excellence with our District Administrator licensure program.
Master of Science in Education - Educational Administration - Principal (DPI #5051), Director of Instruction (DPI #5010), Director of Special Education and Pupil Services (#5080), and School Business Administrator (DPI #5008)
Step into school leadership with your choice of four Wisconsin licensure options or pair any license with your master’s degree in educational administration
Master of Science in Education - Literacy - Reading Teacher or Reading Specialist Licensures (DPI #1316 & DPI #5017)
Build your skills and expertise to effectively implement and manage literacy programs for K-12 students
Master of Science in Education - School Counseling Licensure (DPI #7054) or Professional Counseling License
Embark on a career to help empower individuals and families to accomplish goals and tackle the challenges of daily life.
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning - Early Childhood and Elementary Initial Licensure
Earn an initial teaching license in early childhood and elementary education to help grow the minds of young learners.
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning - Elementary Education Initial Licensure
Earn your initial teaching license in elementary education with online courses and in-person school experiences.
Master's
Accelerated Program for Teacher Licensure (CAPTL)
This is a post-baccalaureate online program to earn a Wisconsin teaching license with a master's degree.
Master of Science in Education - Educational Administration - Principal (DPI #5051), Director of Instruction (DPI #5010), Director of Special Education and Pupil Services (#5080), and School Business Administrator (DPI #5008)
Step into school leadership with your choice of four Wisconsin licensure options or pair any license with your master’s degree in educational administration
Master of Science in Education - Family Life
Strengthen families through education and inspiration with our Master of Science in Education - Family Life.
Master of Science in Education - Literacy - Reading Teacher or Reading Specialist Licensures (DPI #1316 & DPI #5017)
Build your skills and expertise to effectively implement and manage literacy programs for K-12 students
Master of Science in Education - School Counseling Licensure (DPI #7054) or Professional Counseling License
Embark on a career to help empower individuals and families to accomplish goals and tackle the challenges of daily life.
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning - Early Childhood and Elementary Initial Licensure
Earn an initial teaching license in early childhood and elementary education to help grow the minds of young learners.
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning - Elementary Education Initial Licensure
Earn your initial teaching license in elementary education with online courses and in-person school experiences.
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning - Special Education Initial Licensure #2801
Earn your teaching license in special education to teach and mentor students at all grade levels with various disabilities.
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning -Secondary Education Initial Licensure
Gain your teaching license in secondary education to teach in specific content areas of a school's curriculum.
Minor
Minor in Adaptive Education
Set out to be a good teacher. Become a great one with our minor in secondary and K-12 adaptive education.
Minor in Mathematics Education
With a Math Education Minor, you will learn to break down mathematical reasoning for others in a logical and enjoyable way.
Minor in Science Education
Grounded in the physical and life sciences, you will have many diverse options as electives to explore science holistically.
Minor in Social Studies Education
The Social Studies Education Minor covers a broad range of topics so you can encourage student interest and deep understanding of human nature, faith and society. Teaser: Understand God’s will in individuals and society.