Empower Others Through Education

WELCOME TO THE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

LEARN TO TEACH AT MISSOURI STATE

Nurture young minds. Advance knowledge. Cultivate dreams. Prepare tomorrow’s leaders.
FIND YOUR FIELD

CHOOSE A MAJOR

Interested in caring for infants, toddlers and preschoolers or shaping young, curious minds in elementary and middle schools? Or perhaps you desire to prepare teens for success in the real world. Find a program that meets your needs and get started in your journey of becoming an influential educator.
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Be a positive influence

Be part of kids’ education right from the start as they discover the world and attain critical developmental milestones and skills.

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Inspire young students

Equip yourself to teach effectively in diverse elementary school settings.

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Impart life skills

Get youth ready to tackle adult challenges, such as budgeting, nutrition, relationships, wellness and more.

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Invest in middle school youth

Gain certification and the confidence to teach grades 5-9 students and meet their unique needs.

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Teach business classes

Combine your love of business and education to introduce high school students to the exciting world of business.

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Focus on special needs

Design and implement curriculum to help students with special needs or disabilities thrive.

The College of Education collaborates with departments across campus in offering several other undergraduate secondary education programs. Interested in high school math, English, history, art, music, physical education, foreign language education, agriculture or speech/theatre? Explore all our majors.

Explore other majors

PREPARE TO IMPACT LIVES

PURSUE YOUR PASSION IN EDUCATION

When Jennifer Baxter discovered the family and consumer sciences program at Missouri State, she knew she’d found her career path.

She’s dedicated her life to teaching high school students vital life skills they need to become independent adults.

Jennifer Baxter smiling and standing in her classroom with her students