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The University of Florida College of Education has risen to No. 2 among all education schools in the country according to the 2026 Best Graduate Education Schools by U.S. News and World Report.<\/p>\n
Up from No. 6 last year, the recognition affirms UF as a national leader in educator preparation and collaborative application of interdisciplinary research. The college\u2019s consistent climb in rankings over the past two decades demonstrates UF\u2019s endeavors to enhance education for Florida, the nation and the world.<\/p>\n
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The College of Education also remains at the forefront of online graduate education<\/a>, holding one of the top two spots nationwide for 11 consecutive years. Currently ranked No. 2, this sustained recognition underscores UF\u2019s delivery of flexible, innovative programs and high-impact learning opportunities for students and education leaders across the country.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”|auto|28px|auto|false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/education.ufl.edu\/news\/files\/2024\/04\/MG_0276-300×300-1.jpg” alt=”Glenn Good” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|476px|476px|476px|476px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \u201cOur continued rise in the rankings reflects the collective strength of our people. It takes exceptional faculty advancing impactful research, dedicated staff ensuring excellence in every experience, strong partnerships that extend our reach and talented students who bring our mission to life.<\/span>\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_text_color=”#194588″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n College of Education Dean[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”503.4px” custom_margin=”|auto|27px|auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/education.ufl.edu\/news\/files\/2026\/04\/26_badge_array.jpg” alt=”U.S. News & World Report cover for 2026 featuring rankings for graduate schools. Rankings listed include #2 for overall, #5 for special education, #17 for curriculum & instruction, and #19 for higher education. Other rankings noted: #2 counselor education, #12 elementary education, and #19 educational administration. The cover displays a photo of a university campus and the word %22Unstoppable Rise.%22″ title_text=”26_badge_array” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”15px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In specialty rankings, both the Counseling<\/a> (No. 2) and Special Education<\/a> (No. 5) programs have maintained top-five designations for the fourth consecutive year. UF ranked in the top 20 of nearly all possible program categories, including Elementary Teacher Education (No. 12), Curriculum and Instruction (No. 17), Educational Administration<\/a> (No. 19) and Higher Education<\/a> (No. 19). These specialty rankings are based on peer assessment by academic leaders, reflecting the college\u2019s strong reputation in the field.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n U.S. News created the 2026 Best Education Schools rankings by surveying 263 education schools granting doctoral degrees. Assessed categories included research activity, quality assessment, faculty resources and student selectivity.<\/p>\n Immersive learning, forward-thinking faculty, effectively applied research funding, and dynamic partnerships continue to power the college\u2019s success. UF\u2019s upward climb is unparalleled among colleges of education nationwide.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/education.ufl.edu\/news\/files\/2026\/04\/25-Commencement-Cam-2-49.jpg” title_text=”25 Commencement- Cam 2-49″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”|auto|30px|auto|false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/education.ufl.edu\/news\/files\/2024\/04\/Elayne-Colon-03-300×300-1.jpg” alt=”Headshot of Elayne Colon in a sleeveless top” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|476px|476px|476px|476px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \u201cOur rise to No. 2 represents the College of Education\u2019s commitment to an exceptional student experience. The ranking is a testament to our rigorous academic programs, expansive and impactful scholarly research and the remarkable reputations of our faculty, staff and students.\u201d\u00a0 [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_text_color=”#194588″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Associate Dean for Academic & Student Affairs[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]These recognitions amplify UF\u2019s role as Florida\u2019s flagship university and highlight the college\u2019s distinction in leveraging innovative research, new technologies, and collaborative partnerships to produce confident, career-ready educators and prepare the future of teaching and learning.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n “Advancing further takes continued innovation, focus and shared commitment to excellence,” Good continued. “As we look ahead, we remain confident that this collective effort will drive both our ascent and our lasting impact.”<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Learn more about how the UF College of Education is building a brighter future for Florida and beyond in our <\/span>2025 Impact Report<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/education.ufl.edu\/impact-report” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Impact Report” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”bfe3ff0e-76f6-4967-9e93-8b632694c7a1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/education.ufl.edu\/news\/files\/2026\/04\/image-480×615-1.jpg” title_text=”image-480×615″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” box_shadow_style=”preset4″ box_shadow_color=”#194588″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n\n
Glenn Good, Ph.D.<\/h2>\n
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<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\nElayne Col\u00f3n, Ph.D. <\/h3>\n
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