In the recently released rankings by U.S. News & World Report, the UNC Greensboro School of Education has been rated No. 31 among the 2025 Best Online Master’s in Education Programs, No. 14 among the 2025 Best Online Master’s in Special Education Programs, and No. 12 among the 2025 Best Online Master’s in Education Programs for Veterans.
UNCG rose 21 spots in the online master’s in education rankings and three places in the veterans’ rankings. This marks the first rating in the special education category for the program.
U.S. News evaluated schools in the Master’s in Education based on a variety of factors, such as student engagement, faculty credentials, and services and technologies.
Dr. Mogan Chitiyo, Interim Dean of the UNCG School of Education, said, “We are thrilled to continue to be recognized as hosting one of the nation’s premier online Master’s in Education programs. The gains we have made in these rankings are a direct reflection of the work being done by our dedicated faculty members, as well as the students participating in these programs. It is exciting for us to debut in the rankings for special education programs as we feel this is another area where we truly excel. Finally, UNCG has a long history of being welcoming to veterans and we are happy to see the recognition we have received in that area.”
In its 13th year, the U.S. News Best Online Programs is designed for individuals looking to complete or further their education. This year’s edition evaluates more than 1,600 online bachelor’s and master’s degree programs using metrics specific to online learning. The rankings only include degree-granting programs offered primarily online by regionally accredited institutions.
“Access to accurate and up-to-date information about online programs is important for prospective students and professionals as they choose a program that aligns with their educational and career goals,” says LaMont Jones, Ed.D., managing editor for education at U.S. News. “By evaluating factors such as student engagement and program quality, Best Online Programs rankings can help students identify which schools offer an exceptional online learning experience.”
Prospective students can see how UNCG compares to other institutions and how the rankings are calculated on USNews.com.
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