School of Education

If you’re ready to advance your education career while improving the lives of others, explore the masters and doctoral degree programs at our Providence Campus. Whether you’re already in education, wish to enter the field, or want to advance to a leadership position, our programs will help you achieve your goals.

JWU’s School of Education is recognized for its excellence in action research methodology, educational policy and classroom research. You will work in – and network with – partner schools and educators throughout the region, better preparing you as a scholar-practitioner through immersive, hands-on work experience.

We offer two specialized programs at the master’s level: The M.Ed. Program in Teaching and Learning, for current teachers, and the M.A.T. Program in Teacher Education for those entering the field.

If you’re currently teaching but want to advance your career, the Ed.D. program prepares you for leadership positions in the field, arming you with the tools to foster industry growth and change.

These progressive programs build upon JWU’s pioneering academic approach, combining theory, research and practice to equip you with the skills to improve student learning.  You’ll discover opportunities that meet or exceed your career objectives, with schedules designed to accommodate your busy life.

See how our successful alumni have advanced their careers, explore program offerings in more detail, and discover why students from around the world choose JWU’s School of Education to advance their careers.