Great Teaching Colleges in the South
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Great Colleges and Universities for Education in the South

The warm Southern US is a great place to pursue your Teaching degree. Start exploring colleges and universities with renowned Education programs now!

Educators will continue to be in high demand for a long time to come—especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. If you’re thinking about pursuing your degree in the fields of Education and Teaching, these schools are a great place to start your search. You can get connected to each and every one of these Southern colleges and universities quickly and easily using the green “Connect me” buttons. Give them a click to request information, then the school will reach out to you so you can learn more about their campus. Start exploring all your options now!

Bridgewater College

Bridgewater College logoBridgewater College is a private liberal arts college in Bridgewater, Virginia—near Charlottesville, Richmond, and Washington, DC. Education programs feature field experiences, a three-week practicum, a 15-week student teaching experience, and guest lecturers as well as licensure in Elementary, Secondary, and PreK–12. The College also offers opportunities to earn an endorsement in ESL, Algebra I, and/or Driver’s Education in addition to your choice of licensure.

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Dallas Baptist University

Dallas Baptist University logoDallas Baptist University is a liberal arts university on a 368-acre campus in south Dallas, Texas. With a total enrollment of more than 4,000 students and a 13:1 student-faculty ratio, DBU offers Education programs with teacher certification in Biology, Computer Science, Elementary Education, English, History, Kinesiology, Mathematics, Music, Natural Sciences, and Speech. The University also offers advanced degrees such as Master of Education in Educational Leadership, Master of Special Education, and more. 

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High Point University 

High Point University logoHigh Point University is a private comprehensive institution affiliated with the United Methodist Church and located on a 420-acre campus in High Point, North Carolina. Known as The Premier Life Skills University, HPU ensures students get a strong liberal arts base in every program, including Education Studies, Elementary Education, Health & PE, Athletic Coaching, Middle or Secondary Education, Spanish Education, and Special Education. In addition to traditional Master of Arts and Master of Education degrees, High Point also offers a unique BA to MEd program that allows scholars to complete both a bachelor’s and master’s degree within five years.

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University of Louisiana at Lafayette

University of Louisiana at Lafayette logoThe University of Louisiana at Lafayette is a public comprehensive university in Lafayette, Louisiana. UL Lafayette’s College of Education is a global leader in educational change through advocacy, collaboration, and innovation. Students can pursue Music Education, Elementary Education, Middle School Education, and more through the Departments of Educational Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Foundations and Leadership, and Counseling as well as the School of Kinesiology.

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University of Richmond

University of Richmond logoThe University of Richmond is a private liberal arts university in Richmond, Virginia. Richmond offers more than 60 undergraduate majors to over 3,100 students, including future educators pursuing a comprehensive Teacher Licensure Program or a minor in Education and Society. Whether strolling around Westhampton Lake or joining one of 175+ student organizations, there are plenty of opportunities and adventures for getting involved in life as a Spider.

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University of Texas at Tyler

University of Texas at Tyler logoThe University of Texas at Tyler is a public comprehensive university in Tyler, Texas—100 miles west of Dallas. UT Tyler enrolls 10,000+ students and offers more than 80 bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs, including a Bachelor of Science in Education that leads to certifications in various academic subject areas from early childhood to grade 12. Education students benefit from hands-on coursework that teaches best practices for clinic, classroom, and other educational settings; small class sizes with renowned faculty mentors; and opportunities for research, internships, and practicums.

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Interested in earning your Teaching degree in a different part of the country? Check out all our featured Education School Profiles to discover more options!

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