Breakthrough Training for Tomorrow’s Top Educators

The FAU College of Education offers aspiring educators a broader choice of undergraduate programs than many schools, along with four University public laboratory schools that add valuable practical experience and research access. Learn more about our accreditations, scholarships and financial aid. See how we’re leading the way in academics, research impact and teaching excellence.

Why Is FAU College Of Education Your Best Choice?

You want an educational foundation that’s grounded in proven principles, yet boldly embraces new teaching innovations. The FAU College of Education has a proven record of mastering both.

Choose from four core educational career paths: Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Special Education, and Early Care & Education, taught across our Boca, Jupiter and Davie campuses.

COE is the first in Florida to receive accreditation from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), the single specialized accreditor for educator preparation in the United States.

The college was awarded a $4.3 million grant to establish a Center of Excellence for Elementary Teacher Preparation. Our mission: strengthen candidates’ preparation for advanced study and K-6 classroom success to improve knowledge, skills and school districts’ expectations.

Our four public laboratory schools serve as a demonstration site for teacher education; a resource for curriculum development; and a place to conduct research.

SPOTLIGHT STORIES

STUDENTS
Yuly Andrea González, Fulbright Student Scholar
Yuly Andrea González
Fulbright Student Scholar

González is Fulbright research visiting doctoral student from La Salle University in Colombia who is working with Andrés Ramírez, Ed.D., Associate Professor. Read More

ALUMNI
Taylor Irving, Ph.D.
Taylor Irvine, Ph.D., LMHC, NCC
Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of Counselor Education

"Remaining perpetually curious, open-minded, and willing to ask for help is crucial to becoming a professional counselor and leader in this field." Read More

FACULTY
Ayse Torres, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling at Florida Atlantic University
Ayse Torres, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling

Torres’s research has evolved in the following areas: youth with disabilities entering into workforce, veterans reintegrating into civilian life, and community-based programs for suicide prevention. Read More

NEWS ALL NEWS

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November 28, 2023

COE hosted Robotics Day for pre-service and current teachers to explore educational robots.

AD Henderson & FAU High written beneath FAU Owl
October 18, 2023

Florida Atlantic University’s A.D. Henderson University School continues to rank among the best schools in America.

Gay Voss, Ed.D.
August 01, 2023

COE alum Margaret Gabrielle “Gay” Sherman Voss passed away Tuesday, July 11th at the age of 88.

Lee E. Brown, Ed.D.
July 20, 2023

COE alum Lee E. Brown, Ed.D., recognized as prestigious 2023 Legacy Scholarship Honoree.

Academy for Community Inclusion student.
June 12, 2023

FAU Academy for Community Inclusion has received a three-year $1.5 million grant.

 
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Accreditation & Ranking

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
Best Grad Schools for Education by U.S. News 2023-2024
Best Online Programs for Graduate Education by U.S. News 2023
Best Online Programs for Graduate Education by U.S. News 2022
U.S. News Best Online Programs - Grad Education - Administration & Supervision 2022
U.S. News Best Online Programs - Grad Education - Rehabilitation and Counseling - 2023-2024
U.S. News Best Online Programs - Grad Education -Curriculum and Instruction 2022
Best Grad Schools U.S. News Health 2020
Florida Department of Education
Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology
Council on Academic Accreditation - Best Master’s in School Counseling Programs