Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership
Earn your education degree from a university that is dedicated to increasing educator effectiveness and student achievement. Our programs will connect your with nationally recognized education experts, master teachers, and scholar-practitioners.
Doctoral Programs
Education Specialist Programs
- Ed.S. in Administrator Leadership for
Teaching and Learning - Ed.S. in Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development
- Ed.S. in Educational Leadership and Administration (Principal Preparation)
- Ed.S. in Educational Technology
- Ed.S. in Special Education
- Ed.S. in Teacher Leadership
Master’s Programs
Teacher Preparation Program
Bachelor’s Programs
Endorsement Programs
Certificate Programs
Individual Courses
Welcome from the Dean
Dr. Kate Steffens, dean of The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership, welcomes new students by describing how the college supports the needs of educators at all levels, at every phase of their careers. Learn More
About the College
Discover the benefits of earning your degree in education at The Riley College of Education and Leadership. Learn More
Academic Programs
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Educator Licensure and Professional Accreditation
Get additional information about state requirements for teacher licensure, principal licensure, and accreditation. Learn More
Faculty
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Students
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National Experts
Walden University features a cadre of national experts who share their latest research and personal perspectives on education, including examples that depict how theory translates to practice. Learn More
Riley College of Education and Leadership Newsroom
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Alumni
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Honor Societies
Students in the Riley College of Education and Leadership can join the Walden chapters of two honor societies.
Earning a Master’s Makes a Difference
A recent study confirms that master's degrees are associated with improved student performance.
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Are you an NEA member? If so, you may be eligible for a full-tuition scholarship to one of Walden's education master's degree programs. Learn More
About Richard W. Riley
Former Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education Richard W. Riley is a leading advocate for education.
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NCATE Accreditation Candidacy
Walden University is seeking accreditation through the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), the national gold standard in professional education.
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TEACH Grants Available
Students in select Walden education programs may be eligible for federal TEACH Grants.
Online Journal for Educators
Explore current issues in the field of education with Walden’s Journal of Educational Research and Practice. Read articles, subscribe, and submit your work for publication.
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Partner With Walden
Discover how Walden can benefit your organization or association.
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