College of Education

Attentive students

Contact: College Advising Center –

Office:   Furcolo Hall
Email: education@umass.edu
Website:  https://www.umass.edu/education/earn-degree/undergraduate-programs

Dean: Cynthia Gerstl-Pepin; Interim-Associate Dean for Academic Affairs: Jennifer Randall; Associate Dean for Partnerships, Educator Preparation & Innovation: Raymond Sharick; Associate Dean for Research and Engagement: Michael Krezmien.

The College of Education is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).

The College has a diverse and multifaceted mission, with programs in undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, and graduate education.  The College offers an undergraduate major in Education with three possible concentrations: B.A. in Early Childhood Education (licensure), B.A. in Special Education (licensure), B.A. in Community Education and Social Change (non-licensure).