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Graduate School of Education

Advancing Excellence and Equity in Education

A national leader in preparing educators who create effective and equitable learning environments and are at the forefront of new knowledge, the Graduate School of Education is a top, research-based professional school for teachers, administrators, and educational leaders. The school offers on-campus courses at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, as well as online graduate degree and certificate programs.

#1
New Jersey's top-ranked graduate school of education

U.S. News & World Report

17,000+
Network of living alumni
100+
Years preparing exceptional education leaders, researchers, and scholars

Why Become a Teacher?

Become an original influencer.

  • Impact your community and students' lives
  • Inspire curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning
  • Champion inclusion, empathy, and diverse perspectives
  • Grow every day in a dynamic, purpose-driven profession
  • Gain valuable skills that apply far beyond the classroom

Shape Your Future
with an Ed.M.

Ready to lead, teach, and inspire? The GSE’s Master of Education (Ed.M.) programs are built for bold thinkers with big goals.

Whether you're heading into the classroom, supporting student success behind the scenes, or stepping into leadership, you’ll gain the tools, insight, and experience to thrive. Learn from expert faculty. Dive into real-world challenges. Graduate ready to make a difference—where it matters most.

Student in class at the Rutgers Graduate School of Education