School of Education & Human Development

Explore Fairfield University's School of Education and Human Development, offering nationally accredited programs and affordable education with diverse field experiences and flexible schedules.

Find the Program For You

Fairfield University's School of Education and Human Development (SEHD) offers a nationally accredited education that is as affordable as it is effective. Utilizing engaging classrooms, specialized programs, accommodating schedules, and a variety of field experiences, we provide you with the training to achieve your career endeavors.

Shape the future. Begin your journey at SEHD.

Guided by the belief in the inherent worth and dignity of each person, respect for diversity, and a commitment to equity and inclusion, we prepare compassionate and forward-thinking education and mental health leaders committed to service to others, which empower those who have been marginalized to transform individuals, families, organizations, and communities.

Grad Rankings

Top 10

EdD Programs

- Forbes

No. 1

TESOL program in Connecticut

- College Factual

Best

Mental and Social Health Services Schools in New England

- College Factual

Accreditation of Education Preparation

The School of Education and Human Development is accredited by the Accreditation of Education Preparation (CAEP) through December 2028. Formerly NCATE, CAEP is the sole accrediting body for educator preparation providers.

CAEP Accreditation

Mission

The School of Education and Human Development (SEHD) is committed to innovatively and responsibly meeting the needs of a complex world by preparing professionals who serve fields dedicated to human flourishing with the highest level of competence, moral leadership, commitment to equity and justice, discernment and intentionality, and lifelong service to others.

Together, the departments of the School encompass a variety of perspectives which include preparing educators, psychologists, and allied mental health professionals who:

believe in the inherent worth and dignity of each person
promote the well-being of individuals, couples, families and communities
commit to serve a diverse society
understand human behavior at individual, organizational, and community levels
understand the impact of information technologies on the individual, the family, the community, the nation, and the world
uphold the highest standards of professional conduct

The School strives for excellence in education, not only seeking knowledge for its own sake but the application of that knowledge to the betterment of all. The overarching goal of the School is to promote and support our graduate students in the professional attributes of intellectual rigor, personal integrity, collaboration, informed decision-making, self-reflection, and social responsibility in their commitment to those whom they serve.

Where & How You'll Learn

Graduate Admission

(203) 254-4100
Undergraduate Admission

(203) 254-4100

Learn by doing.

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Consult with experts in your field.

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Enhance your understanding of education and human development.

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Collaborate and grow.

100%

of SEHD Graduate Students

who are certified and seeking employment are successfully employed.

Featured

University President Mark R. Nemec, PhD and Kate McGrady MA '24 at the Student Achievement Awards.

Awards at SEHD: Celebrating Excellence in Student and Faculty Achievements

SEHD graduate named 2024 Ignatius Loyola Medal winner, faculty member honored as Alpha Sigma Nu Graduate Teacher of the Year

SEHD faculty collaborating at the spring 2024 faculty retreat.

Expert Faculty at SEHD: Faculty Research Highlights

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Shape the future. Begin your journey at SEHD.