Why recruit TC students?
Thank you for your interest in connecting with the exceptional student and alumni talent at Teachers College, Columbia University. We are extremely proud of the numerous program offerings that prepare our graduates to become innovators and leaders. Our focus on a rigorous and diverse education encompassing the health, education, and psychology sectors encourages our students to think critically and ultimately transform theory into practice in an ever-changing and challenging world.
Students in Class
Our Student Body
- Teachers College continues to be ranked among the nation’s 10 best by US News and World Report
- Over 5,000 current students studying in the areas of Education, Health, Psychology, and Leadership
- 70% Masters Students; 24% Doctoral Students, 6% Other
- 77% Female; 23% Male
- 45% Ethnic/Racial Minority
- 47 states represented
- 73 countries represented
- 90,000+ alumni
- Approximately 75% of incoming students have at least a year of professional work experience
- Nearly 50% of our graduates in 2018 reported they participated in one or more internships during their time at TC. *Does not include Student Teaching
- 38% attend TC to advance their current career
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Areas of Study
Teachers College, Columbia University offers more than 100 academic programs that prepare graduates in a wide range of professional fields. View our programs:
Industries
TC graduates apply their work in diverse industries such as:
- Education (PreK-12 and Higher Education)
- Healthcare
- Human Resources & Consulting
- International Affairs
- Learning Analytics & Educational Technology
- Media & Communications Arts
- Non- Profit Organizations
- Policy & Advocacy
- Psychology