As the cornerstone of Western Michigan University, the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) continues to build upon its rich tradition of excellence by facilitating the preparation and growth of researchers, leaders, and professionals across the fields of education, counseling, sport and exercise science, family and community development, and organizational learning.
Why Western Michigan University?
#2 Best Online Master's in Education: U.S. News and World Report 2023 ranked WMU No. 52 in the nation and No. 2 in the state of Michigan for best online master's in education programs.
#3 Best Graduate Schools in Education: U.S. News and World Report 2023 ranked CEHD No. 106 in the nation and No. 3 in the state of Michigan for graduate schools in education.
#13 Best Online Master's in Education for Veterans: U.S. News and World Report 2023 ranked WMU No. 13 in the nation for best online master's in education programs for veterans.
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