The leader in education programs for working professionals, the Riley College of Education and Leadership focuses on helping educators develop as leaders in their learning communities. For the third year in a row, Walden has the No. 1 largest online graduate program in education by enrollment, according to U.S. News & World Report.

Our Vision

The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership fosters a dynamic and diverse network of educational leaders who seek to support learners globally by leveraging the power of teaching and technology and who are committed to the pursuit of positive social change through education.

Our Mission

The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership provides access to high-caliber programs that prepare learners as scholar-practitioners and leaders who can inspire, influence, and impact their diverse communities by helping to meet the challenges and opportunities of education worldwide.