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Live out and teach your faith.
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.
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Program Highlights
- Enrich your academic experience with a minor in biology, chemistry, mathematics, or Spanish, and explore other minors to personalize and broaden your education.
- Enhance your liberal arts education by spending a fall semester at the UK’s largest Catholic university or studying abroad through one of our programs.
- Make a difference and meet like-minded peers by joining Campus Ministry or the Education Club.
- As a leader in character and virtue education, Saint Mary’s will empower your flourishing in all aspects of life.
What You'll Learn
- Develop a Catholic education philosophy
- See the dignity of each person as God’s image
- Master classroom planning, instruction, assessment
- Build virtues and model Christian character
- Practice ethical reflection and problem solving
- Explore a Catholic worldview in theology, philosophy, and literature
Admissions
Your journey towards a brighter future starts here. Whether you’re a high school graduate starting your college search — or a transfer student eager to find the perfect fit — Saint Mary’s is committed to helping you find your place in the world.
Course Catalog
Careers that look to the future.
Share your Catholic faith with others and make a lasting impact on your career and in the lives of others. Learn more about employment outcomes here. Learn more about employment outcomes here.
Youth minister
$51,673 per year*Faith Formation director
$51,373 per year*Catholic school teacher (Minnesota)
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