The College of Education produces scholars and leaders in teaching, counseling, psychology, higher education, assessment, and more. Our programs are led by world-class experts in a diverse range of fields and disciplines.

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# 1

College of Education in Iowa (U.S. News & World Report)

Top-Ranked College of Education in Iowa

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94 %

job/graduate school placement rate
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# 46

Best public university in the country (U.S. News & World Report)

Explore our research

Learn more about our research centers, grants, and initiatives by visiting:

Research

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Allies in Healing

Katy Schroeder is at the forefront of advancing animal-assisted therapy, shaping the next generation of counselors through research and mentoring.
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Video: Food for Thought

Katharine Broton, who studies basic needs insecurity among college students across the country, discusses her research on food insecurity.

News

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Future teacher Uriel Campos-Padilla changes lives one moment at a time

After discovering the power of small moments in the classroom, graduating elementary education major Uriel Campos-Padilla is returning to his hometown of Marshalltown, Iowa, to inspire the next generation of students.

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ESHR student transforms curiosity into honors research success

University of Iowa College of Education student Lucy Blissenbach turned early imposter syndrome into award-winning undergraduate research through the college’s Honors Opportunity Program in the Belin-Blank Center.

Erin Barnes, clinical associate professor

New graduate certificate offers additional preparation for aspiring addiction counselors

The college's new Certificate in Integrated Career, Substance Use, and Mental Health Counseling was created to provide students with the foundational knowledge needed to support individuals struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health challenges.

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UI REACH

UI REACH (Realizing Educational and Career Hopes) is a comprehensive transition program for students ages 18-25 years old with intellectual, cognitive, and learning disabilities.

UI REACH

Events

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The Wallace Research Symposium on Talent Development

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 (all day)
Graduate Iowa City
The Wallace Research Symposium on Talent Development provides an opportunity for researchers from around the world to present their current work on talent development, creativity, and advanced education and serves as a catalyst for innovative programming and policy.
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2026 InspirED Leadership Summit: Empowering K-12 Leaders for the Future

Friday, June 12, 2026 7:30am to 3:30pm
Courtyard Marriott University Heights
The summit designed for K-12 school and district leaders, including administrators and superintendents will focus on innovative strategies to enhance student engagement, prioritize well-being, support teacher development, and lead with belonging and empathy.
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From Stress to Success: 5 Top Back-to-School Strategies for K-12 Administrators

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 10:00am to 10:45am
Virtual
As the school year begins, administrators often find themselves balancing excitement with the weight of responsibility. This engaging 30–45 minute webinar invites educational leaders in districts, schools, and AEAs to reflect on the rhythms of the back-to-school season—both personally and professionally—and explore five practical strategies to lead with impact while nurturing social-emotional-behavioral health in themselves and their teams.

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