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 you 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 Adult Education
- Ed.S. in College 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 Leadership for Social Change in Education
- Ed.S. in Reading and Literacy Leadership
- 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
About the College
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Academic Programs
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Accreditation
The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). Learn More
Administration
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Alumni
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Faculty
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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
State Teachers of the Year
Meet the more than 70 state teachers of the year who are continuing their education at Walden. Learn More
Students
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Walden and NEA Academy
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Grants and Scholarships
Discover a range of grants and scholarships for educators enrolling in new programs at Walden. Learn More
NCATE Accreditation
The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), the standard of excellence in professional preK–12 education.
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More than $225,000 in Education Scholarships
Scholarship opportunities are available for all degree levels. Apply or nominate a deserving educator today.
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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TEACH Grants Available
Students in select Walden education programs may be eligible for federal TEACH Grants.
