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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93 %

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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In the news: Iowa Raptor Project featured on GMA

The Iowa Raptor Project was featured Jan. 30 on Good Morning America as part of the show’s “50 States in 50 Weeks: America the Beautiful” series.

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Cooperating teachers: creating opportunities for essential mentorship

Mentors participating in the College of Education’s Cooperating Teachers program provide valuable guidance to future educators, helping them develop instructional strategies while refining their individual teaching styles and classroom management.

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2024-2025 Annual Report

In this edition of the Iowa Education magazine, you’ll learn how College of Education faculty, staff, students, and alumni are impacting Iowa and the nation by advancing education, expanding access to mental health care, and strengthening Iowa’s workforce.

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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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Supporting Anxious Students

Monday, February 9, 2026 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Virtual
In this webinar, participants will be provided an overview of anxiety disorders and common symptoms, as well as strategies for supporting anxious students at home and school. This webinar will also offer an introduction to Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), an empirically-validated treatment for anxiety and OCD.
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Move More, Teach Better: Simple Strategies to Integrate More Physical Activity Into Your Day

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 5:00pm to 5:45pm
Virtual
February is Active Classrooms Month! Join us for an energizing and practical webinar designed to help educators integrate more movement into their workday. Research shows that even small amounts of physical activity improve focus, mood, and academic outcomes—for students and adults alike. Learn realistic strategies to increase your physical activity throughout the school day without adding stress to your schedule.
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Supporting Student Eating Disorders in Schools

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Virtual
Eating disorders in students have more than doubled over the last several years, and school staff may be the first to notice. In this webinar, build awareness of the potential signs and symptoms of eating disorders and how to connect students and families with resources and support.

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