International and Comparative Education Program
See education in a global context with our International and Comparative Education Program.
Our International and Comparative Education Program prepares students to work across national and international institutions and initiatives. Whether it be in government, higher education, community organizations, or donor agencies, our graduates are positioned to make change.
Learn more about TC’s International and Comparative Education Program.
Explore Your Options
Browse our degrees in international and comparative education to find one that’s right for you. Then, sign up to receive more information by email. You’ll find each program’s deadlines, start terms, and concentrations, so you can move on to the next steps.
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Focus on What Inspires You
There are multiple ways to personalize your study in the International and Comparative Education Program at Teachers College. Students choose a concentration and location to focus their studies. Focuses can include Global Governance, Policy, and Planning; Human Rights, Emergencies, and Peacebuilding; and Multilingual and Decolonial Dimensions of Education. Find your passion and build your career around it.
Think Outside the Box
At TC, education goes beyond the classroom. The International and Comparative Education Program is affiliated with numerous College organizations, including student groups, journals, and podcasts. Learn more about sustainability through the Sustainability Task Force, connect with students in the Society for International Educators, or listen to an episode of CICE: The Podcast run by students in our program. Network with your peers and learn from our diverse student body both inside and outside of the classroom.
Research What Matters
Students in the International and Comparative Education Program research alongside faculty. Members of our community conduct research that draws on qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-method approaches to examine educational practices, programs, and policies. Whether it be education in Rwanda, environmental sustainability in NYC schools, or urban refugees and asylum seekers in Ecuador, TC provides the building blocks for meaningful research.
True Change Starts with You
For more than a century, Teachers College has been home to rigorous academic study that makes a difference in people’s lives. Work toward true change with us – sign up to learn more or start your application today.
