FY2026
Impact Report
FY2026
At a Glance
#17
among public graduate programs of education
#26
among all graduate programs of education
2,340 students
undergraduate and graduate
$37.2 million
in research grant expenditures
$25 million
in outreach and engagement operations
114 counties
Reaching every corner of Missouri
Research That Makes a Difference
Research is central to CEHD’s mission of advancing knowledge and improving lives. In FY2026, faculty and researchers maintained a robust research enterprise with 188 active grants and 148 submitted proposals representing nearly $96 million in requested funding. From improving educational outcomes and strengthening communities to advancing human development and information sciences, CEHD research generates knowledge that informs practice, shapes policy and addresses real-world challenges.
FY2026
Research by the numbers
$37.2 million
in grant expenditures
188
active grants
112
active researchers
71
principal investigators with 148 proposals submitted
25
junior faculty with 46 proposals submitted
$95.9 million
total submitted
Statewide Impact
Serving Missouri Through Outreach & Engagement
The college’s 15 outreach and engagement units extend university expertise beyond campus through approximately $25 million in annual operations. Together, these efforts advance educational innovation, strengthen professional practice and support the well-being of individuals, families, schools and communities. As part of Mizzou’s land-grant mission, CEHD serves communities throughout Missouri through professional development, technical assistance, research partnerships and community engagement. Whether through educator preparation, leadership development, family support services or school improvement initiatives, CEHD brings research-based solutions directly to the people and communities it serves.
Preparing Tomorrow's Leaders
At the heart of CEHD’s impact are the students who will become educators, counselors, leaders, researchers, information professionals and advocates for individuals and families. Through hands-on learning, professional experiences and strong community partnerships, CEHD prepares graduates to lead and make a difference in schools, organizations and communities across Missouri and beyond.
2026
Enrollment & Programs
2,340
total students
18
undergraduate degree programs
10
undergraduate minors and certificates
80+
graduate degree options
33
graduate certificates
99%
career outcomes rate