We are on a mission to get you educated, so you can educate others

The mission of Teacher Education at the University of Minnesota Crookston is to develop beginning teachers as engaged learners who know how to create motivating environments, work with diverse students, adapt curriculum and practices, model ethical practices, and make reflective decisions that support and extend the learning of children/students in any setting.

Teacher Education Values

  • We develop beginning teachers as engaged learners that support and extend the learning of children/students in any setting.
  • We help you find field experiences, student teaching placements and guide you to get your Minnesota teacher licensure.
  • Our vision of offering exemplary teacher education programs depends on reflective practice that currently integrates the following features: 
    • Coherence in learning experiences
    • Strong core curriculum
    • Explicit standards for performance and professional practice
    • Extensive use of performance assessments
    • Continuous improvement

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Awards and Accreditation

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Student Experiences

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Average Cost After Aid

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$13,436

Average amount of grants & scholarships received (2022-2023 data)

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$12,894

Average net price after grants &
scholarships (2021-2022 data)

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$22,883

Average TOTAL student loan debt after
graduation (2022-2023)

Scholarship and Funding Options

The University of Minnesota Crookston provides quick and easy access to over $1 million worth of scholarship opportunities for new and returning students!

Your Future Professors

Megan Bell
Associate Professor
Shari Daniels
Associate Professor
James Foss
Assistant Professor
Sam Gruenberg
Lecturer, Department Head
Mark Huglen PhD
Professor
Dani Johannesen
Associate Professor
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Teaching Specialist

What is Campus Life Like?

Residential Life

University of Minnesota Crookston's residence halls are ranked #1 public college dorms in Minnesota by Niche. The residential halls are clean, safe, spacious and modern. There is a mix of traditional style rooms, suites, and apartments available on-campus which include amenities such as ensuite bathrooms, walk-closets, and full size kitchens with all major appliances. There are also beautiful common spaces in every residential building that are great places to hangout, play games, study, or relax. Schedule a tour to see for yourself why they're ranked #1!

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A male and female students sitting in a booth outside Regal's grill with their burgers and sandwiches, fries and laptops talking
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