Catholic Education Major

On our stunning Winona Campus, you can do both — live out your faith and prepare to teach in various Catholic education settings.

As a Lasallian Catholic university with a century-long commitment to teacher education, Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is dedicated to shaping teachers and educators who lead with character and integrity. Our Catholic education major prepares you to lead a Christ-centered classroom, while fostering your own personal, professional, and spiritual growth.

You’ll develop intellectual and philosophical skills that integrate faith and reason, engage in ethical reflection, and grow as a virtuous leader. Gain practical experience in human development, research-based educational methods, and effective planning and assessment — all while deepening your understanding across disciplines.

Immerse yourself in courses that highlight the Catholic perspective on education as a means to form the whole person and explore the historical evolution of Catholic education. Study the physical and intellectual development of children from birth to young adulthood, along with human diversity and special needs, all through the lens of Catholic teachings on human dignity.

Join us at Saint Mary’s to live out your faith, learn to share it, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.