The College of Education at The University of Texas at Austin

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Degrees Granted and Certification
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• 800-850 undergraduate degrees awarded annually (50 percent are B.S. degrees in applied learning and development and in kinesiology)

• 370 master’s and doctoral degrees are awarded annually

• 500 students annually are recommended for Texas education certification through the State Board for Education Certification

Faculty
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• 135 full-time t

enured/tenure track
75 non-tenure track

Students
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• 2,188 undergraduates enrolled (1,027 elementary education majors and 1,161 kinesiology and health education majors)

• 1,276 graduate students enrolled

Autobiography: Circles, now greeting students, faculty and guests in the main entryway of the historic Sánchez building,...
06/05/2026

Autobiography: Circles, now greeting students, faculty and guests in the main entryway of the historic Sánchez building, is a stunning work of art by celebrated painter, mixed media artist and activist Howardena Pindell.

The college is honored to be the permanent home of this signature piece, which serves as a beacon for the college through its vibrant energy and powerful message of opportunity.

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First-generation college student and bilingual educator Marcy Peña is a passionate advocate for culturally responsive te...
05/28/2026

First-generation college student and bilingual educator Marcy Peña is a passionate advocate for culturally responsive teaching and inclusive classrooms.

Wherever her career takes her, Peña remains committed to ensuring all students have access to equitable, meaningful learning opportunities.

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Created in memory of College of Education incoming student Katherine Ferruzzo, the Katherine Ferruzzo Legacy Foundation ...
05/27/2026

Created in memory of College of Education incoming student Katherine Ferruzzo, the Katherine Ferruzzo Legacy Foundation awards endowed scholarships to support special education junior and senior students and the teachers who guide them – an enduring tribute to her life, her values and the people she loved most.

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Congratulations to the first cohort of Longhorns in Residence! 🤘
05/26/2026

Congratulations to the first cohort of Longhorns in Residence! 🤘

Congratulations to our exceptional faculty members on their well-deserved promotions for the 2026-27 academic year! 🤘 Th...
05/22/2026

Congratulations to our exceptional faculty members on their well-deserved promotions for the 2026-27 academic year! 🤘

Their many contributions to advancing world-class research, student success, and continued impact on education, health and sport have helped shape COE's success.

As Dean Charles R. Martinez Jr. steps down as dean of the College of Education at the end of this summer, he leaves an e...
05/18/2026

As Dean Charles R. Martinez Jr. steps down as dean of the College of Education at the end of this summer, he leaves an enduring legacy defined by progress, partnership and purpose.

From the moment he arrived on the Forty Acres, Martinez embraced a bold vision to transform education and health for children, families and communities across Texas.

Under his leadership, the college launched the visionary Reimagine Education initiative, advanced groundbreaking research and achieved record growth in graduation rates and philanthropic support. As he now returns to his beloved “day job” as a professor and researcher, his impact as dean will continue to shape the future for years to come.

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Congratulations to our Class of 2026 grads! 🤘 🎓️
05/11/2026

Congratulations to our Class of 2026 grads! 🤘 🎓️

We are proud to celebrate our Scholars of Distinction graduating seniors! 🎉 These outstanding scholars and innovators ex...
05/09/2026

We are proud to celebrate our Scholars of Distinction graduating seniors! 🎉

These outstanding scholars and innovators exemplified excellence in both academics and leadership during their time on the Forty Acres. We can’t wait to see what they accomplish next. 🤘

Spring 2026 graduate and honors student Kelli Mulloy successfully balanced the demands of rigorous academics, cheerleadi...
05/04/2026

Spring 2026 graduate and honors student Kelli Mulloy successfully balanced the demands of rigorous academics, cheerleading, and student teaching to make the most of her time on the Forty Acres.

She’ll continue teaching elementary school and bring her spirit to the classroom.

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THANK YOU to everyone who gave back this 🤘 Your gift will help us change the world as we continue to develop the next g...
05/01/2026

THANK YOU to everyone who gave back this 🤘 Your gift will help us change the world as we continue to develop the next generation of leaders in education, health and sport.

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Austin, TX
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