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Explore your path at App State. Use our undergraduate or graduate program search, learn how to become a teacher, or connect with the college’s Office of Field Experiences for hands-on opportunities that prepare you for success in education and beyond.

Academic Departments

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Child Development, Literacy, and Special Education

Explore child development, literacy, and special education (CLSE) programs with hands-on learning, licensure options, and innovative degree paths.

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Counseling, Family Therapy, and Higher Education

The Counseling, Family Therapy & Higher Education (CTH) programs prepare students for careers in schools, universities, mental health, and leadership.

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Leadership, Library Science, and Research

The Leadership, Library and Information Science, and Research (LLR) department and doctoral program prepare students for leadership roles in education, libraries, and related fields.

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Learning, Teaching, and Curriculum

The Department of Learning, Teaching and Curriculum (LTC) offers innovative programs that are recognized for producing the highest quality education graduates.

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Media, Career Studies, and Leadership Development

MCL programs prepare students for a wide variety of teaching, administrative, and service roles across industries, creating career advancement opportunities.

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Engaging Future Educators

James Center for Student Success and Advising

Preparing quality educators is a cornerstone of Appalachian’s past, present and future. When it comes to education, the state and region look FIRST to Appalachian for innovative instruction, faculty excellence and student success.