Human Potential Transformed
At Boston University Wheelock College of Education & Human Development, our faculty, staff, students, and alumni are changing society through action. Our academic programs prepare professionals who dismantle systemic barriers and create positive change for all children and families.
Where Research Becomes Action
Innovative, relevant, and timely research. Strong, authentic partnerships. BU Wheelock is home to outstanding researchers whose work is having an impact at Boston University and beyond. We work with our community partners to use that knowledge to address the challenges they face. And our graduate and undergraduate students have the opportunity to engage in and learn from these partnerships.
Latest News
Bringing Disability Rights and Justice to Special Education
BU Wheelock Welcomes New Faculty for 2023
Nathan Jones to Lead National Center for Special Education Research
Advocating for Equity in Healthcare
By the Numbers
58
K+
Alumni worldwide
60
%
of all applicants were offered a scholarship over the last two years
$
17.8
M
in external research funds awarded in 2022
15
Research Centers, Labs & Institutes
Catalysts for Change
BU Wheelock faculty, staff, students, and alumni write about some of the issues and challenges they care about most. Read our blog to learn more about their perspectives, research findings, and opinions on emerging trends, issues, and developments within their fields.
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Upcoming Events
How to Implement and Strengthen Your Multi-Tiered Systems of Support for Reading
Policy Forum Series: College and Career Readiness Outlook for Youth
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Graduate Admissions Info Session (Virtual)
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Giving
In all our work, we're grateful to our supporters who join us in the belief that education and positive development are the most powerful tools we have for promoting equity and social justice, and for ensuring that all human beings have the opportunity to reach their full potential.