Traditionally, teacher placement rates of PLU graduates have been among the highest in the state. The School of Education's emphasis on early and ongoing field experiences coupled with an enduring tradition of excellence in professional and liberal arts education has give PLU one of the most respected programs in the region. The master's degree program is supported by a faculty of over 260 professors and a library containing over 500,000 volumes and periodicals. To prepare students for their role as a teacher, PLU fosters a climate of intellectual challenge distinguished by enthusiastic learning and committed teaching. Students and faculty alike seek to apply and advance knowledge and discern relationships between all branches of learning.
Rigorous scholarship is enriched by active mentorship and collaboration.
Professors in the School of Education model the pursuit of excellence, the continuing improvement of their teaching skills, and personal commitment to the students they teach. In keeping with the mission of PLU, the School of Education provides high quality undergraduate and graduate programs to prepare competent, caring, educational leaders committed to service in the K-12 schools of Washington and the nation. This service is realized as educators provide all students with opportunities that lead to powerful learning. In order to develop educators who can structure schools and classes so that all student learn, the School of Education seeks to develop teachers and administrators who are well qualified and care about others. Further, it strives to nurture in them a commitment to leadership and a life of service.