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School of Education

The mission of teacher education at SUNY Cortland is to build upon the foundation of liberal learning in the development of teachers who have exceptional pedagogical knowledge and skills.

Graduates of SUNY Cortland's teacher education program will be prepared to think critically, utilize technology, communicate effectively, understand and value diversity, contribute to their communities, and make a difference in the lives of their students.

SUNY Cortland is home to the largest comprehensive teacher education program in New York and the 10th largest among public institutions in the U.S. Now in its 134th year, Cortland educates more teachers than any other New York college or university by integrating a strong foundation of liberal arts and sciences with theory and application in teaching.

With engaged students, dedicated faculty, superior facilities and innovative programs such as the Cortland's Urban Recruitment of Educators, SUNY Cortland continues to be one of the nation's premier educational institutions.

Call for Third-Party Comment Submission

Deadline: August 25, 2024

On September 23-24, SUNY Cortland will host an initial accreditation visit by the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP). In preparation for the visit, the AAQEP Initial Quality Review Team is soliciting public comment about the quality of educator preparation provided by SUNY Cortland. All comments must be submitted by August 25, 2024 through the AAQEP website: Submit Comment

News

University to host four 2025 Commencement ceremonies

University to host four 2025 Commencement ceremonies

An estimated 1,555 seniors will march during the three undergraduate ceremonies on Saturday, May 17.


New director chosen for the Child Care Center

New director chosen for the Child Care Center

Karen Diescher ’07 previously served as the interim director at the center.


Cortland chosen as model for student success

Cortland chosen as model for student success

National ranking of schools placed SUNY Cortland among best for access and earnings.