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Our Leading Teacher Program empowers you to become the teacher you are meant to be. We provide a comprehensive curriculum that nurtures your passion for education and equips you with the necessary knowledge and skills. Whether you aspire to teach in urban schools, rural communities or on the global stage, our program prepares you to impact anywhere.
Whether you're passionate about shaping the minds of young children, guiding adolescents through their formative years or preparing high school students for success, our program provides the support and resources necessary for your success in the classroom. Focusing on hands-on experiences and innovative teaching techniques, our programs are designed to prepare you for a fulfilling and impactful career in education.
Grace reflects on her experience in our School of Education that prepared her to make a meaningful impact in her future classroom. Hear from Grace and her colleagues.
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Duquesne University is passionate about preparing the next generation of educators
who will make a meaningful impact in the field of education and their communities.
This scholarship ranges from $5,000 to $10,000 for eligible first-year students enrolling
in our School of Education beginning in the summer or fall of 2025. Take the next steps to become the teacher you are meant to be! Visit us on campus,
complete your financial aid forms and enroll today!Educators of Impact Scholarship
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Which Program is Right for You?
If this describes you, we invite you to explore our Early Childhood Education, Grades PreK-4 program.
- You are creative and have a passion for working with young children and helping them learn and grow.
- You value the importance of a nurturing and supportive foundational learning environment for young children.
- You are eager to learn about child development, educational psychology and effective teaching strategies to support young children.
Further your Impact - Add Special Education Certification
Consider our Dual Certification: Special Education with Content Area Certification
If this describes you, we invite you to explore our Middle Level Education, Grades 4-8.
- You have a passion for education and helping middle school students explore their interests and are inspired by the idea of being a mentor and role model.
- You enjoy working with young adolescents and are enthusiastic about guiding them through a critical transitional period.
- You are patient and empathetic and have a deep understanding of the social and emotional needs of middle school-aged students.
Further your Impact - Add Special Education Certification
Consider our Dual Certification: Special Education with Content Area Certification
If this describes you, we invite you to explore our Secondary Education, Grades 7-12.
- You have a passion for English, mathematics or science and are inspired to help high school students develop a deep understanding of these subjects.
- You want to play a role in mentoring students for the next step in their academic and career goals.
- You are motivated to guide high school students and shape their development as they prepare for their future.
Further your Impact - Add Special Education Certification
Consider our Dual Certification: Special Education with Content Area Certification
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Field Experience & Student Teaching
As a student in our program, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable PreK- 12 classroom experience starting your first year. Through over 200 hours of fieldwork in diverse school settings, you will have the chance to observe and participate in PreK-12 classrooms in one of our 75+ partner schools before student teaching. Learn more about the field experience and student teaching opportunities offered in our School of Education.
Great Education, Great Value
We are committed to providing students with a high-quality education at an affordable price. A Duquesne University education is an investment in your future. This investment will prepare you to reach the height of your career and provide a meaningful return on your investment.
Curriculum Center
Transform the learning and developmental experiences of K-12 learners through the resources in our Curriculum Center – a collection of PreK-12 educational resources designed for our campus community that works with children.
Student Teach Abroad
We are the only school in Pittsburgh to have a partnership with Indiana University’s Global Gateway for Teachers Program, in which we offer various student teaching abroad and other cultural immersion opportunities.
96% of our School of Education graduates reported that their career position was related
to their major. They are making an impact in the fields of K-12 education, higher
education, healthcare and many other settings as educators, teachers, counselors &
school psychologists, administrators and more. 82% of our graduates who reported they
will be attending graduate school, indicated that they will attend Duquesne University.
Zoe Brunick, an Early Childhood Education/PreK-4 student, asks elementary through
high school students to imagine a life without teachers. The students also tell her
about their favorite teachers, qualities that make a good teacher, their advice for
teachers and more. At Duquesne University School of Education, we will prepare you to become the teacher
you were meant to be. Molly, Age 10 Carson, Age 13 Liam, Age 18Featured content
What Are Our Education Graduates Doing?
What Would Life Be Like Without Teachers?
Prepare here—so you can impact anywhere.
"Not good because you wouldn't be able to...count money or read books."
"It would be really hard because you don't have that person to look up to."
"I would say...chaos...It would be a lot harder to learn without them, hard to manage
life."
Duquesne University prepared me to make a meaningful impact...by providing a
strong foundation in child development, instructional strategies and inclusive practices.
The hands-on experiences in classrooms, combined with mentorship...gave me the confidence
and skills to support young learners during their most formative years.
Duquesne's School of Education has effectively allowed me to make meaningful
relationships with my students and impact them in positive ways. Without the School
of Education, I would have never met some of the amazing students I have.
I chose Duquesne because its education program stood out from many of the other
schools that I visited...You could tell there was a focus on teaching and that the
School of Education truly cares about the quality of teachers they are creating...Seeing
this passion and genuine love for education, I immediately knew it was something I
wanted to be a part of!
Throughout my journey, I have grown to become a devoted and hard-working advocate
in my present and future classrooms where Duquesne has truly framed my mindset to
ultimately create a positive impact on all my students.
My degree from Duquesne’s School of Education has provided me with ample learning
opportunities in various classrooms in the Pittsburgh area. By having all these experiences
throughout my education, I have been able to learn directly from expert teachers and
work with them to teach students.
My degree has prepared me to make an impact in the classroom because each class
& field experience has taught us to adapt to our surroundings & be able to individualize
instruction to each child’s needs...equipped me with the skills & knowledge to be
able to make a difference in & out of the classroom.
There are many more careers out there that you can choose from. Some more lucrative,
some with more flexibility, some that may feel more honored but your choice allows
you to impact thousands of students. One lesson at a time! One conversation at a time!
One student at a time!
I feel very confident to start my first teaching job because of all of the experience
that the School of Education gave us! Also, I'd be remiss if I didn't mention the
amazing friends I've made...
Everything I learned in the School of Education about diversity, inclusion and
equity has prepared me to support & grow my students into their fullest potential.
The future of the world is in my classroom, and I can’t wait to help them become powerful
members of society!
Join our student organizations and build a network of colleagues and skills that will
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Early Start Programs - Graduate Education Degrees
Our graduate programs offer early start options for School of Education undergraduate
students, as well as all undergraduate students across the University. During your
junior or senior year, you have the opportunity to take up to five courses in a master's-level
program at the undergraduate tuition rate.
School of Education undergrad students can start graduate studies in:
- Education Administration, K-12, M.S.Ed.
- Child Psychology, M.S.Ed.
- Counseling - Clinical Mental Health, M.S.
- Counseling - Marriage, Couple & Family, M.S.
- Counseling - School, M.S.Ed.
- School Supervision, M.S.Ed.
- Reading and Literacy Education, M.S.Ed.
- Special Education, M.S.Ed.
Undergrad students across the University can start graduate studies in:
The School of Education offers early start options for students who have demonstrated
a strong academic background (GPA > 3.0) to begin graduate work during their undergraduate
time at Duquesne University.
Other undergraduate students across the University who are in good academic standing
(GPA >3.0) and are interested in pursuing or exploring an education degree and/or
a teaching certification can begin to take courses as juniors or seniors in our graduate
teacher education programs.
We welcome you to connect with us to learn more and we will walk you through the application process. To get started, call (412) 396-6093.
You should love the profession you are pursuing. Also, remember to be compassionate,
and tolerant of people from diverse backgrounds and identities. Uphold high standards
and treat individuals with respect and dignity. Students want to feel welcomed in
the classroom.
CAEP Accreditation is a select honor to nationally recognize program quality for educator
preparation. This represents that our students are well equipped to meet the needs
of K-12 students as well as their communities and schools. We are one of five institutions
in Pennsylvania to receive this accreditation.Get to Know Special Education Professor Dr. Cliff Oliech
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