Academic Departments & Offices
Five University of Northern Iowa College of Education departments. More than 125 faculty. Four undergraduate degrees. Ten graduate programs. Certificates and endorsements, too!
In the classroom. In the field. In the community.
One goal: a future more than you ever imagined.
Explore Our Departments
Curriculum & Instruction
The largest department in the college is also home to the leading major at University of Northern Iowa: elementary education. It's joined by early childhood education, middle level education and graduate emphases in literacy education, school library studies and learning technologies.
Educational Psychology, Foundations & Leadership Studies
With a primary emphasis on helping you advance as administrators and professionals in K-12 and higher education. Home to a faculty dedicated to guiding your core foundation in teacher education.
Health, Recreation & Community Services*
You'll find one undergraduate degree – recreation, tourism and nonprofit leadership – with career options spanning several areas of emphasis. Ready to advance your career in recreation, tourism, philanthropy or nonprofits? Keep reading.
Special Education
Our faculty leads one of the most sought-after minors at University of Northern Iowa, ensuring you have the foundation needed to support diverse learners in the inclusive classrooms of today and tomorrow. And with our history at the graduate level, we've been here to aid your continued growth and advancement for generalists and specialists alike.
Teaching
Helping you become a teacher is what we're all about. Our primary role: coordinating most of your field experiences for Teacher Education. With a network of contacts built across Iowa and beyond, your opportunities are wide-ranging and diverse as you prepare for your future classrooms.