Looking for top universities for teaching degrees

I'm planning to pursue a teaching career, and I'd love some recommendations on universities that offer strong teaching programs. Ideally, I'd like a program that's not only academically rigorous but also offers good support for student teaching opportunities. Do you know of schools that are particularly renowned in the field of education? Any suggestions would be incredibly helpful as I start putting together my college list.

Here are some colleges that are known for their excellent education programs.

1. Vanderbilt University's Peabody College is considered one of the top graduate education schools in the nation. They also provide an undergraduate major in Education Studies, which is designed for students interested in educational policy, educational psychology, and teaching. Despite its focus primarily on graduate studies, the Peabody College does offer ample opportunities for undergraduate students such as student teaching internships and research fellowships.

2. Johns Hopkins School of Education is another highly regarded institution, recognized for its contributions to research and policy in the field of education. They have an undergraduate major called Educational Studies that provides students with a deep understanding of the complexities and overarching questions of education.

3. Stanford University’s Graduate School of Education is widely recognized as one of the nation's top education schools. While they primarily focus on graduate programs, their teacher education program does provide undergraduate students with the opportunity to earn both a Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree in Education within five years.

4. University of Wisconsin-Madison’s School of Education is consistently recognized as one of the finest schools in the country for teacher education. They offer a wide range of undergraduate programs that cover a variety of specialties in education. Their particularly strong areas are in Rehabilitation Counseling and Curriculum and Instruction.

5. University of Texas at Austin’s College of Education offers both graduate and undergraduate programs in various educational fields. Their undergraduate program encompasses a variety of fields including Youth and Community Studies and Applied Learning and Development.

Remember, the "best" schools will largely depend on the specific area of teaching you're interested in (e.g., early childhood education, secondary education, special education, etc.), as well as other factors such as geographic location, size of the school, financial aid, and student life. As you consider these schools, try to arrange onsite visits if possible, or at least virtual tours and info sessions to get a feel for the campus atmosphere and student culture. Lastly, do reach out to current students or alumni, as they can offer first-hand experiences and insights about the programs.