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Consistently the Top-Ranked School of Education in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report.

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More than 80 programs of
study taught by leading
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Over 17k active alumni;
10k alumni residing in New Jersey.

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Celebrating over 100 years as a
national leader in preparing education leaders, researchers, and scholars.

Championing Revolutionary Change in Education

Explore programs that prepare you to change the world.

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80+ programs. Find the one that’s right for you.

Whether you’re seeking an undergraduate or graduate degree or certificate, the GSE range of academic offerings have you covered. See what inspires you.

Transformative Work

Preparing Students to Address Systemic Issues in Education

Dr. Maqueda Randall-Weeks, Assistant Professor of Professional Practice, is working with our five-year and post-baccalaureate students on the clinical practice side, focusing on equity and social justice. The four-pronged approach begins with helping students understand themselves, their implicit biases, and their roles as change agents.

 

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GSE News

Three GSE Alumni Named 2025 County Teachers of the Year

Rutgers Graduate School of Education (GSE) is proud to announce that three of its alumni have been added to the roster of educators honored with the distinction of New Jersey County Teacher of the Year.  Kiran…

Rutgers Is Awarded $3.75 Million Federal Grant to Prepare Future Special Education Leaders

Participants will receive stipends to support tuition, travel, conference participation and other professional development opportunities Rutgers University was awarded a five-year, $3.75 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education…

GSE Alum Named New Dean of OU College of Pharmacy

OKLAHOMA CITY – The University of Oklahoma announced today the appointment of Melissa Medina, Ed.D., as dean of the OU College of Pharmacy, pending approval from the OU Board of Regents….

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Jan 28

Rutgers GSE Ed.D. – Information Session

The Ed.D. program brings together leaders from varied settings and interest areas to engage in cross-disciplinary work. Using our research and professional-development centers as laboratories of practice, our students learn inquiry and leaderships skills in action. We define educational leadership broadly to reflect the complexities of educational settings in the 21st century. The program prepares…

Feb 17

ESL/Bilingual Endorsement Program – Information Session

Join us for an overview of the various Language Education Endorsement Programs – ESL, Bilingual/Bicultural Education, or Both! Application requirements include: a statement of program intent undergraduate transcripts a NJ Standard Instructional Certificate or a Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) – a Certificate of Eligibility (CE) – only if you are currently enrolled…

Feb 19

Supervisor Endorsement Program – Information Session

Join us for an overview of the Supervisor Endorsement Program! Application requirements include: a statement of program intent a recommendation from a current or previous school principal, supervisor, or superintendent, on school district letterhead, certifying the completion of at least three years of successful full-time employment under a Standard NJ Instructional Certificate or Educational Services Certificate a…

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