Why University of Houston?
The University of Houston, the third largest university in Texas, is the nation's most ethnically diverse comprehensive research university. A Carnegie Doctoral/ Research University-Extensive, its curricula, campus, and philosophy reflect the diversity of its urban center - the city of Houston.
Why the College of Education?
The College of Education works to shape and staff educational systems that are responsive to our rapidly changing society. The college offers students the opportunity to learn about recent educational developments in a diverse urban setting as well as benefit from innovative programs in the human services and health science fields.
Our graduates also work in a variety of settings such as:
- Social agencies
- Medical facilities
- Businesses
- Government posts
When people think of the University of Houston’s College of Education, they think of the award-winning teacher education program, QUEST (Quality Urban Education for Students and Teachers). However, you may be surprised to learn that the College of Education:
- Prepares Counseling and School Psychologists, who become research leaders across the nation.
- Fights the nation’s obesity epidemic through innovative research.
Our innovative programs include:
- Pioneering technologies for teaching and learning - recognized as one of the most innovative in the country.
- A classroom management system implemented in Houston, other major U.S. cities, and around the world.
- Novel approaches to identifying and nurturing giftedness in all children.
- Real world training for future teachers.
- Solutions to teacher and principal shortages. Grant programs designed to produce highly qualified teachers in the high needs areas of Science Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) include teachHOUSTON, a program offered in collaboration with the College of Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Through collaborations with top health, cultural, technical and educational institutions across the Greater Houston Community, we are able to offer exceptional programs that respond to community needs. Our mission is to create future leaders in teaching, counseling and educational psychology. We are proud to be nationally accredited by several renowned agencies. Please see Facts and Figures for a complete list of our accreditations.
If you want to make a difference, explore our web site to learn more about our diverse Academic Programs. Come see what the future holds for you!
