For decades, UIS has produced Illinois' strong and successful leaders in Education. Choose your path and become a professional educator, complete a certificate, add an endorsement, or obtain a Masters degree to lead you to the next step in your career.
The School of Education has long adapted academic offerings to busy teachers and administrators who wish to further their education. Faculty members know what it is like to work full-time and participate in cohorts and internships themselves. Most importantly, however, faculty have practical experience, having served as building principals, district superintendents, and K-12 classroom teachers.
Grow Your Own Illinois
Are you a community leader or paraprofessional with interest in becoming a licensed teacher in Illinois? The School of Education was awarded a Grow Your Own grant to address the teacher shortage and prepare you to think critically, act boldly, and inspire brilliance as an educator.
Academic Programs
Undergraduate
Equipping, developing, and training educators.
Graduate
Two degree options preparing educational leaders for instruction and administration.
Certificates
Online certificates for career advancement and skills development.
Endorsements
Gain additional knowledge and broaden your skills in our online and hybrid Illinois State Board of Education endorsements for licensed teachers.
Teacher Licensure
Receive your professional educator license in elementary and secondary education.
Congratulations to the Class of 2025!
We are so proud of the graduating class of 2025. This year's graduating class is set to work in schools across Illinois, bringing with them the skills and lessons learned during their time at UIS. We know you will be a credit to your profession, and will represent us well. Keep shining bright, Prairie Stars!
Alumni
