School of Education

The Virginia Tech School of Education is a global catalyst for individual and social transformation through education, applied research, and advocacy. We take pride in challenging the status quo, and developing best practices in education, through our commitment to diversity, equity, and social justice. With world class programs for prospective teachers, educational leaders, mental health counselors, and leaders in higher education, there are many paths to a rewarding career serving our communities and the greater good.
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196
2021-2022
Total Graduates
~ $ 18 million
in Externally Funded
Research
3:1
Doctoral Students to
Faculty Ratio
Value/$
M.A. or M.S. + Teacher Licensure = higher starting salary
87%
Teacher Prep Grads
accepting teaching positions
2009-2019
95%
Teachers continuing in profession through 2nd year
2015-2019
We are servant leaders.
We are committed to Virginia Tech's Motto, "Ut Prosim" (That I May Serve). We work with partners in education, counseling and community mental health, business, and industry to meet the needs of our region and beyond.
We are teacher-scholars.
We are committed to high-impact undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education practices. We pursue rigorous and active programs of research designed to build knowledge and make a positive difference in our communities of practice and the world.
We are champions of lifelong learning.
We are committed to research and practice that challenges the status quo, includes the voices and experiences of underrepresented populations, and expands opportunity and access to ongoing learning and the improved health and well-being of all.
School of Education News
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Article ItemH. Dean Sutphin honored with emeritus status , article
A member of the Virginia Tech community for more than 21 years, Sutphin has served as a faculty member in the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences, as well as the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
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Article ItemCollege of Architecture, Arts, and Design faculty tackle real-world challenges through research and creativity , article
Faculty are using college-funded research grants to develop innovative, community-focused projects that aim to improve everyday life through creative technology and collaboration.
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Article ItemMeet three School of Education graduates , article
This spring, 163 students will earn undergraduate or graduate degrees from Virginia Tech’s School of Education. Of that total, more than half are graduate students,
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Article ItemTeaching students to navigate a world with AI , article
As generative artificial intelligence models, including ChatGPT, change what students are expected to know as they enter the workforce, faculty members share how they're rethinking traditional approaches to teaching and learning.
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Article ItemCollege of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences to celebrate outstanding alumni , article
During the April 25 event, the college will recognize alumni from each school and department with Distinguished Alumni or Rising Star awards. Three alumni will be inducted into the college’s Hall of Honor.
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Article ItemFive employees receive President’s Award for Excellence , article
On April 9, President Tim Sands announced five winners for the 2025 President’s Award for Excellence out of 13 nominees.
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