College of Education grad program ranks in top 20% nationally

A graphic of a professor and two students seated outside. Overlaid are the 2026 U.S. News and World Report Graduate Rankings.
April 8, 2026

The Purdue University College of Education ranks No. 54 in 2026 Best Education Schools – Graduate Education, according to the 2026 U.S. News & World Report rankings released Apr. 7.

“We are #2 in Indiana, and in the top 20% nationally,” said Wayne E. Wright, College of Education associate dean for research, graduate programs, and faculty development. “We are proud to be among the top universities in the nation for graduate studies in the field of Education. Our consistently high rankings each year demonstrates the outstanding work of our faculty and the dedication of our graduate students.”

This ranking places Purdue’s College of Education graduate programs at No. 42 among American public universities.

More: U.S. News & World Report rankings of the 2026 Best Graduate Schools – Education programs

Source: Wayne E. Wright