Professor dream meaning is explained below using 9 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.

Interpretation 1 — Patrica Telesco

(see Authority Figures, Blackboard, School)

The conscious, logical mind and matters of learning. What subject is the professor teaching, and how does this affect or reflect upon your current situation?

Someone in your life whose knowledge you admire, especially in one specific field.

Your own faculty for self-learning, specifically from life’s lessons.

Source: The Language of Dreams • Author: Patrica Telesco

Interpretation 2 — Zolar

lucky numbers: 05-07-15-17-27-33

being a: wil be conspicuously serious on a solemn occasion.

female: important and very beneficial events ahead.

male, teaching, a: preeminence in the field of endeavor.

teaching only women: material joys wil not interfere with your spirituality.

men: must rebuild the impoverished fortune of spirituality.

Source: Zolar’s Book of Dreams Numbers and Lucky Days • Author: Zolar

Interpretation 3 — Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

A dream of being a professor forecasts an improvement in your circumstances; to dream of being instructed by, or listening to, a professor, suggests that you will discover a new talent or find a rewarding new hobby.
Source: The Complete Guide to Interpreting Your Dreams • Author: Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

Interpretation 4 — James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

As a symbol of wisdom and higher learning, a professor may represent preeminence in some field of endeavor.

A professor also symbolizes someone who is conspicuously quiet and serious.

Source: Dream Symbols in The Dream Encyclopedia • Author: James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

Interpretation 5 — Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin

1. A lesson is being offered, new skills can be acquired.

2. Improvements in conditions or circumstances are coming soon.

3. A serious, formal affair is in the offing.

Source: New American Dream Dictionary • Author: Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin

Interpretation 6 — Klaus Vollmar

Intellectualization and advancement. Or, life is too one-sided intellectually. Somebody who pronounces something publicly, defends, and teaches.

See Minister / Pastor.

Source: Little Giant Encyclopedia • Author: Klaus Vollmar

Interpretation 7 — DreamForth

To dream of a professor symbolizes superior intellect and sagacity. You may be able to gain expertise in a particular field.
Source: Dream Symbols and Analysis • Author: DreamForth

Interpretation 8 — Eric Ackroyd

May be a Wise Old Man figure, representing primitive psychic energy and wisdom.

See also Wise Old Man / Woman

Source: A Dictionary of Dream Symbols • Author: Eric Ackroyd

Interpretation 9 — Margaret Hamilton

May be substituted for one of like character and high academic rank; research accordingly
Source: Dream Dictionary Unlimited • Author: Margaret Hamilton