Skip to main content
College of Education
A young professor helping kids using a computer.

College of Education

Teaching is our legacy since 1857

Explore COE

Become the educator you want to be.

What is your passion? Illinois State offers dozens of professional educator programs.

Find your education program

A teacher works one-on-one with a student.
Staff talking to students on the campus daily tour.

Visit Illinois State

Visit Illinois State today! The College of Education offers teacher education sessions during Monday campus visits, Open Houses, and admitted student events.

Schedule a visit

Discover Your Opportunities

We offer a wide range of Illinois licensure and endorsement programs, ensuring personalized education and support throughout the process.

Read the Statewide Standard, the official College of Education publication, featuring stories about Redbird Educators

What's Happening in College of Education

A man wearing a black suit and glasses stands at a podium in front of a room filled with round tables where audience members sit in groups of four.

Inclusion in action: Dr. Artiles rethinks language, disability, and equity in education

The College of Education at ISU welcomed Dr. Alfredo J. Artiles for a day of learning and reflection that challenged educators to rethink what inclusion truly means. His visit invited students, faculty, and community educators to consider how schools can better support all learners by understanding the intersections of language, culture, and ability. 

See more news

Transforming teacher preparation: Sheridan cohort blends coursework, community, and classroom practice

A large crowd of students and chaperones sit in Braden Auditorium listening to the opening session speaker.

Illinois State’s Future Teacher Conference 2025 inspires future educators
multiple women stand in front of a red backdrop holding award plaques

Celebrate a Redbird Educator!
Jan21

International Student Career Series: Strategies for Finding a Job in the U.S. and GoinGlobal

1/21/26 at 12:30 PMFell Hall
Jan21

Student Teacher Candidate Resume Seminar

1/21/26 at 4:00 PMvirtual
Feb3

Navigating Career Fairs

2/3/26 at 5:00 PM

See more events

Support Future Educators

Discover all the ways to support our students

View Giving Opportunities

Additional Links

Departments, Schools, and Units

University Resources