Education, Counseling & Psychology

Shape the next generation. Help people through their toughest moments.

Education, counseling, and psychology professionals shape lives in profoundly meaningful ways. Teachers build the foundation of every other career. Counselors guide students and families through critical transitions. Psychologists help people understand themselves and overcome challenges. These fields offer deep personal fulfillment and strong job stability.

Majors & Career Paths

Education / Teaching

Prepare to teach at the elementary, middle, or high school level. Education majors study pedagogy, child development, and subject-area expertise. Licensure required in all states.

Psychology

Study human behavior, cognition, and emotion. A psychology degree opens doors to graduate programs in clinical psychology, counseling, research, and organizational psychology.

Counseling / Therapy

Help individuals and families navigate mental health challenges, life transitions, and personal growth. Requires a master's degree and licensure.

Social Work

Help individuals, families, and communities address challenges like poverty, abuse, addiction, and mental health. Licensed social workers (LCSW) practice therapy and case management.

Child & Family Studies

Focus on child development, family dynamics, and community support systems. Leads to careers in child welfare, family services, and early childhood education.

Audiology / Speech Pathology

Diagnose and treat communication disorders. Speech-language pathologists work in schools, hospitals, and private practice. A master's degree is required.

School Administration

Lead schools and school districts as principals, assistant principals, or district administrators. Typically requires teaching experience plus a master's degree.

Career Outlook

Teaching positions are projected to grow steadily, with particular demand in special education, STEM subjects, and bilingual education. School counselors and psychologists are in high demand as schools invest more in student mental health. Median salaries range from $50,000–$65,000 for teachers to $80,000+ for school psychologists and administrators. Counselors and social workers earn $50,000–$70,000, with clinical licensure increasing earning potential.

Who Is This For?

Students who are patient, empathetic, and motivated by helping others grow. If you've ever tutored someone and felt the satisfaction of watching them "get it," or if you're the person friends come to with their problems, these careers may be calling you.

Virtual Fairs Featuring Education, Counseling & Psychology

These fairs are specifically focused on education, counseling & psychology programs. Each one pairs this area of interest with a different U.S. region, so you can find schools in the part of the country that interests you.

• #5 Global Perspectives in Education — Aug 31–Sep 4, 2026 (Global / International)
• #25 Heart of Education — Feb 8–12, 2027 (Midwest)
• #38 Education & Counseling Sendoff — May 10–14, 2027 (South)

The Summer Spectacular (#40, Jun 7–11, 2027) also features all 15 areas of interest, including education, counseling & psychology, in a single mega fair.

Browse the full 2026–2027 fair schedule to see all 40 fairs.

Next Steps

1. Pick a fair from the list above that matches your region of interest.
2. Register for free — it takes about two minutes.
3. Explore exhibitor booths during fair week, chat with admissions reps, and request more info from programs that interest you.

Not sure education, counseling & psychology is right for you? That's okay. Browse all 15 areas of interest to see what else is out there. You can attend as many fairs as you want.

This page is part of the College Fairs Online explore hub, helping students discover careers and connect with programs across 15 areas of interest.