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A Long History of Innovative Teaching

St. Cloud State University prepares future educators to serve students in classrooms across the nation. With graduates who utilize inclusive teaching techniques and exemplify our spirit of innovation, we are a fundamental institution in the education of Minnesota teachers. 

Since 1869 and to this day, St. Cloud State: 

  • Fosters strong community connections  
  • Builds educational partnerships with Minnesota schools 
  • Assists alumni with licensure and career advancement 
  • Sets the standard for educational excellence in all stages of learning 

To champion equitable and responsive education for all.

Our Mission

Earning Your Degree

When you graduate from St. Cloud State University, you’ll have the experience needed to provide an inclusive learning environment. Our classrooms are culturally responsive, equitable, and engaging for students of diverse backgrounds. Our faculty and staff work beyond expectations to support your professional development, designing accredited programs that use collaboration and hands-on learning to teach beyond the textbook. 

We proudly offer undergraduate and graduate programs in a variety of fields, including:

  • Elementary Education 
  • Special Education 
  • Secondary Education 
  • Science 
  • Math 
  • Communication Arts and Literature 
  • Social Studies 
  • Traffic Safety 
  • Spanish 
  • Early Childhood Education 
  • Higher Education Leadership and Student Affairs
  • Education Administration and Leadership 
    • Principal 
    • Director 
    • Superintendent 
  • Art Education 
  • Music Education 
  • Teaching English as a Second Language 
  • Health and Physical Education  
  • Parent and Family Education 
  • Early Childhood Special Education