Degrees & Programs
| Programs | Description |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate Degrees | Prepare to make a difference with bachelor’s degree programs and certificates. |
| Graduate Degrees and Certificates | Advance your impact with highly-ranked graduate programs. |
| Online & Hybrid Degrees and Certificates | Explore some of the nation’s top online graduate programs and certificates. |
The “Wildcat Teacher” program, led by faculty in the UK College of Education, is designed to help address a challenge felt both across the state and nationally – the need for more teachers.
Wildcat Teacher will create new pathways to teacher certification by transforming and building upon existing educator preparation models at UK. These new pathways will accelerate students’ ability to begin working full-time in districts – helping fill schools’ open positions. Plus, they will provide teacher candidates the chance to earn income and benefits faster than the traditional timeline to complete a teacher preparation program.
More about the Wildcat Teacher program
New Degree in Sport Leadership
Prepare for a career in the growing field of sport at a legendary university in the field of athletics in our new Sport Leadership Degree.
The UK SimLab at the University of Kentucky College of Education provides simulations for aspiring special education teachers across Kentucky. The simulations enable the college students to rehearse teaching in a controlled setting by interacting with avatars — brought to life behind the scenes by trained actors.
Preparing Educators
Graduates of our educator preparation programs are highly prepared to be leaders in the classroom, from early childhood through high school – and beyond!
90+ Academic Programs
Our programs prepare teachers, sport leaders, aspiring health professionals, counselors, community education leaders and more.
AAQEP Accredited
The University of Kentucky is a member in good standing of the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP), a national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Top-Ranked Programs
We're #1 in Kentucky and highly ranked in the U.S., with programs in the top 10 and top 20!
Future educators gain real-world experience assessing students
Amanda Nelson - Apr 3, 2025
Our Departments
- Curriculum & Instruction
- Kinesiology & Health Promotion
- STEM Education
- Early Childhood, Special Education, & Counselor Education
- Educational Policy Studies & Evaluation
- Educational Leadership Studies
- Educational, School, & Counseling Psychology
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Speak with our admissions staff to learn more about which program is right for you and to get started with your application.
College of Education Admissions
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