Our students connect educational theory with real-world experience through research that advances teaching practices and supports learners from early childhood through adolescence.
School of Education
Your Future Classroom Starts Here
Prepare for a rewarding career in education with graduate programs that connect learning with real-world practice. Through fieldwork, student teaching, and partnerships with schools across New York City and Westchester, you’ll build the skills and confidence to lead your own classroom.
93%
of the Class of 2025 are employed, continuing their education, or pursuing (Source: Pace University Career Services)
Top 23%
Best Online Master's in Education Programs, U.S. News & World Report (2026)
One of the Best
Colleges for Education in New York (niche.com)
Prepare to Lead the Classroom
Explore Our Online Programs
Pace University’s online education programs combine rigorous coursework, personalized faculty support, and meaningful classroom experience to prepare reflective and innovative educators. Gain the knowledge, practical experience, and professional connections to make an impact from your first day in the classroom.
Learn to Teach by Teaching
Great educators develop through experience. At Pace, fieldwork and student teaching connect what you learn in class with the realities of today’s schools. You will observe experienced teachers, work directly with students, and develop your own teaching practice with guidance from Pace faculty and school-based mentors.
Learn in a supportive environment from experienced educators, researchers, and practitioners committed to your success.
Build experience and professional connections through Pace’s relationships with schools and districts throughout New York City and the Lower Hudson Valley.
Your Path to Teacher Certification
Pace offers New York State-approved teacher preparation programs leading to initial, professional, and advanced certifications in a range of subject areas and grade levels. Our faculty and certification staff help you understand program requirements, examinations, fieldwork, and the steps needed to pursue certification.
Why Teach in NY?
#2
Highest average teacher salary in the nation (Source: NEA)
$92,696
Average salary for teachers in New York (Source: National Education Association)
#2
Best States to Teach (Source: WalletHub)
Empowering Neurodiverse Students Through Media Arts: Corey Paul's Inspirational Journey
Step into the world of P17X High School in the Bronx, where Corey Paul ’22, ’24 empowers neurodiverse students to shine through the transformative lens of media arts.
Globally-Minded Teachers
Immerse yourself in global education with Pace's hands-on learning experience in Italy. Develop the skills to inspire students and become a globally-minded teacher. Our faculty-led education course will enhance your academic experience with a cross-cultural focus for today's diverse classrooms.
