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Official account for the College of Education at The University of Texas at Austin
Degrees Granted and Certification
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• 800-850 undergraduate degrees awarded annually (50 percent are B.S. degrees in applied learning and development and in kinesiology)
• 370 master’s and doctoral degrees are awarded annually
• 500 students annually are recommended for Texas education certification through the State Board for Education Certification
Faculty
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• 135 full-time t
06/12/2026
As associate professor of Educational Leadership and Policy, Rachel White studies K-12 public school district governance.
She’s also the founder of The Superintendent Lab, a comprehensive data and research resource focused on trends in superintendency instability, school boards, politics and policymaking.
Learn more about Rachel, including the origin of her research interest: bit.ly/4vCV8TM
06/11/2026
Congratulations Debra! COE is proud to celebrate this honor with you.🤘
06/09/2026
At neighborhood playgrounds across Texas, researchers in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Education found that what’s beneath a child’s feet can significantly influence the way they play, move and interact with others.
After examining more than 400 playgrounds and surface types, they developed insights into what makes a playground truly playable.
Here’s what they discovered: bit.ly/4vz2pDZ
06/05/2026
Autobiography: Circles, now greeting students, faculty and guests in the main entryway of the historic Sánchez building, is a stunning work of art by celebrated painter, mixed media artist and activist Howardena Pindell.
The college is honored to be the permanent home of this signature piece, which serves as a beacon for the college through its vibrant energy and powerful message of opportunity.
Read more: bit.ly/4o04GWc
05/28/2026
First-generation college student and bilingual educator Marcy Peña is a passionate advocate for culturally responsive teaching and inclusive classrooms.
Wherever her career takes her, Peña remains committed to ensuring all students have access to equitable, meaningful learning opportunities.
Read more: bit.ly/49sudRT
05/27/2026
Created in memory of College of Education incoming student Katherine Ferruzzo, the Katherine Ferruzzo Legacy Foundation awards endowed scholarships to support special education junior and senior students and the teachers who guide them – an enduring tribute to her life, her values and the people she loved most.
Read more: bit.ly/4dBu0OY
05/26/2026
Congratulations to the first cohort of Longhorns in Residence! 🤘
05/22/2026
Congratulations to our exceptional faculty members on their well-deserved promotions for the 2026-27 academic year! 🤘
Their many contributions to advancing world-class research, student success, and continued impact on education, health and sport have helped shape COE's success.
05/18/2026
As Dean Charles R. Martinez Jr. steps down as dean of the College of Education at the end of this summer, he leaves an enduring legacy defined by progress, partnership and purpose.
From the moment he arrived on the Forty Acres, Martinez embraced a bold vision to transform education and health for children, families and communities across Texas.
Under his leadership, the college launched the visionary Reimagine Education initiative, advanced groundbreaking research and achieved record growth in graduation rates and philanthropic support. As he now returns to his beloved “day job” as a professor and researcher, his impact as dean will continue to shape the future for years to come.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4uOUW3g
05/11/2026
Congratulations to our Class of 2026 grads! 🤘 🎓️