Department of Education
Leaders in Learning
The Education Department at Jacksonville University prepares students who are culturally competent and adaptable. Students gain a strong knowledge base for applying innovative, evidence-based practice in a variety of learning contexts.
Students participating in our education programs find unique experiences. These programs provide undergraduate, graduate, and certificate opportunities related to the education of children, adolescents, and adults alike. We take our responsibility very seriously by ensuring that our graduates are highly-qualified teachers, and leaders.
Undergraduate MajorEducation for Instruction
The Education for Instruction major is available for both Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science students. As a core element of this program, service-learning inspires students to become change agents for their community. This major prepares students for careers in teaching, but also a variety of other fields in which education and learning are a chief focus. The interdisciplinary curriculum provides students with a strong understanding of the learning process, teaching strategies, civic engagement, and leadership. Students choose one of three concentrations to focus their coursework and meet their individual goals: literacy education, TESOL education, and community education.
Minor
Education
If you want to teach in elementary, middle or high school, a minor in Education is the perfect complement to your major. This 15-credit minor is designed to satisfy certification requirements to teach in public schools in the State of Florida at the middle and secondary school level for Math, Science, Social Studies, English, Foreign Language Music, and Dance.
Minor
ESOL
The minor in English to Speakers of Other Languages prepares students majoring in other disciplines to help others in their communities and around the globe to achieve fluency in the English language. This 15-credit minor includes courses in cultural understanding, as well as methods specifically for teaching and evaluating English fluency.
Alumni Spotlight
Bené GreenJU 2025
"Since graduating from Jacksonville University in May 2025, my career has been defined by a commitment to serving the Duval County community. I began my postgraduate journey as a Child Protective Investigator for the Department of Children and Families. Although this role was not strictly classroom-based, the high-quality education and foundational skills I gained at JU were instrumental to my success. In January 2026, I transitioned into education as a Middle School Social Studies teacher at BridgePrep Academy of Duval. Despite stepping into the classroom mid-year, I felt fully prepared to lead from day one. Being a part of the JU Education Department has been a true blessing; the professors care deeply about our individual growth both during and after their time on campus. I carry the lessons and the kindness of this department with me in every success I achieve."
Department of EducationReady to Dive In?
The Education Department at Jacksonville University is part of the School of Social Sciences and Education in the Linda Berry Stein College of Arts & Sciences. If you're ready to start learning about learning, apply today!
Contact Information Department of Education
Founders Building
Jacksonville University
2800 University Blvd N
Jacksonville, FL 32211
Phone: (904) 256-7132
Email: teach@ju.edu