Education Studies Curriculum

Undergraduates at Yale have two certificate pathways to study education across the liberal arts, developing expertise in education theory and research, policy, and pedagogy. Students complete the Education Studies certificate alongside their major. While many Yale Education Studies students go on to train as teachers after graduation, the certificate program does not provide a teacher certification credential.

Education Studies Certificates

• Scholar Intensive Certificate: a selective, cohort pathway culminating in the senior capstone project. Yale students apply to the Scholar Intensive Certificate in the fall of their sophomore year after taking EDST 110 Foundations in Education Studies. Accepted students take three courses together developing their senior capstone project. They are closely mentored over multiple years by Yale Education Studies Faculty.

• Certificate (non-intensive): is a flexible, course-based pathway allowing students to develop individualized expertise in Education Studies. It is a good option for students who have other significant curricular commitments, such as a double major, and want to customize an individualized learning experience.

Additional Details

Following Yale guidelines about combining programs, Yale students may participate in a total of 3 academic programs including majors and certificates. For additional program information, see the Yale College Program of Study.