by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual looked at 2 colleges and universities when compiling its 2025 Best Teacher Education Schools in Illinois ranking. When you put them all together, these colleges and universities awarded 44 degrees in teacher education annually.
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Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Teacher Education Schools in Illinois ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision. If you'd like to restrict your choices to just one part of the country, you can filter this list by location.
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The schools below may not offer all types of teacher education degrees so you may want to filter by degree level first. However, they are great for the degree levels they do offer.
Elmhurst University is a wonderful decision for students interested in a degree in teacher education. Elmhurst is a small private not-for-profit university located in the large suburb of Elmhurst.More information about a degree in teacher education from Elmhurst University
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is a wonderful choice for students pursuing a degree in teacher education. Located in the suburb of Edwardsville, SIUE is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a degree in teacher education from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Explore all the Best Teacher Education Colleges in the Great Lakes Area or other specific states within that region.
One of 13 majors within the Teacher Education Grade Specific area of study, Teacher Education has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Elementary Education | 1,762 |
| Early Childhood Education | 1,110 |
| Secondary Education | 347 |
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education & Teaching | 330 |
| Teacher Development & Methodology | 60 |
| Kindergarten/Preschool Education & Teaching | 29 |
| College/Postsecondary/University Teaching | 2 |
| Adult & Continuing Education | 1 |
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