by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual looked at 28 colleges and universities when compiling its 2025 Best Education Master's Degree Schools in Pennsylvania ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 5,820 master's degrees in education to qualified students.
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The education master's degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. Below we explain some of the most important factors to consider before making your choice:
A school that excels in educating for a particular major and degree level must be a great school overall as well. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges for a Master's Degree ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
Average early-career salary of those graduating with their master's degree is one indicator we use in our analysis to find the schools that offer the highest-quality education. After all, your master's degree won't mean much if it doesn't help you find a job that will help you earn a living.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our full ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best colleges for education students working on their master's degree.
Since the program you select can have a significant impact on your future, we've developed a number of rankings, including this Best Education Master's Degree Schools in Pennsylvania list, to help you choose the best school for you.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing a master's degree in education.
It's hard to beat Temple University if you want to pursue a master's degree in education. Located in the city of Philadelphia, Temple is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in education from Temple University
Saint Joseph's University is one of the best schools in the United States for getting a master's degree in education. St. Joe's is a medium-sized private not-for-profit university located in the city of Philadelphia.More information about a master’s in education from Saint Joseph’s University
University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh Campus is a great decision for students pursuing a master's degree in education. Located in the city of Pittsburgh, Pitt is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in education from University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh Campus
Duquesne University is a wonderful decision for individuals interested in a master's degree in education. Located in the large city of Pittsburgh, Duquesne is a private not-for-profit university with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a master’s in education from Duquesne University
Located in the large city of Philadelphia, Drexel is a private not-for-profit university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in education from Drexel University
SRU is a moderately-sized public university located in the distant town of Slippery Rock.More information about a master’s in education from Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Located in the large suburb of Millersville, Millersville is a public university with a medium-sized student population.More information about a master’s in education from Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Located in the city of Wilkes-Barre, King's College PA is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.More information about a master’s in education from King’s College
CHC is a small private not-for-profit college located in the city of Philadelphia.More information about a master’s in education from Chestnut Hill College
La Salle is a small private not-for-profit university located in the city of Philadelphia.More information about a master’s in education from La Salle University
Explore all the Best Education Schools in the Middle Atlantic Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 35 | 14,332 |
| New Jersey | 32 | 3,163 |
| Maryland | 32 | 2,791 |
| District of Columbia | 32 | 613 |
| Delaware | 24 | 627 |
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | 1,028 |
| Special Education | 884 |
| Educational Administration | 867 |
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | 784 |
| General Education | 732 |
| Curriculum & Instruction | 377 |
| Student Counseling | 367 |
| Instructional Media Design | 331 |
| Other Education | 168 |
| Teaching English or French | 163 |
