Graduate Programs
Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction
The Doctor of Philosophy in Curriculum and Instruction (Ph.D. in C&I) degree provides a theoretical and practical course of study in curriculum and instruction.
Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Curriculum and Instruction
The Ed.S. program goal encourages advanced degree work beyond the Master’s (M.Ed.) level without requiring the additional coursework and research dissertation of the Doctor of Education degree (Ph.D.).
Online Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction
The online Master’s of Education in Curriculum and Instruction is designed for students who want to explore issues of curriculum, instruction, and assessment that affect education at every level of schooling and within educational organizations.
Master's Degree (M.Ed.) in Elementary Education (K-6)
The Master’s Degree in Elementary Education is designed for certified elementary education teachers seeking an advanced degree in the field.
Master's Degree (M.Ed.) in Elementary Education with ESOL plus Certification (Grades K-6)
The Master’s Degree in Elementary Education with ESOL plus certification is designed for students who already have a bachelor’s degree and intend to become an elementary education teacher in grades K-6.
Master's Degree (M.Ed.) in Reading Education (Grades K-12)
The Master's Degree in Reading Education program is for certified teachers seeking state reading certification while obtaining an advanced degree.
Master’s Degree (M.Ed.) in Secondary Education plus Certification
The Master’s Degree in Secondary Education plus Certification program is for those seeking initial certification and includes a student teaching component. Specializations are available in: Art, Biology, Chemistry, English, Mathematics, Physics, or Social Sciences.
Online Master's Degree (M.Ed.) in Instructional Technology
The online Master’s Degree in Instructional Technology is designed for students interested in gaining the knowledge and skills to utilize, implement, and maintain modern technology in the field of education and training.
Online Master's Degree (M.Ed.) in Educational Psychology
The online Master's Degree in the Educational Psychology program allows students to specialize in the application of psychology in an educational setting by examining theoretical and applied aspects of learning and cognition, human development, motivation, personality, and other psychological principles. The degree does not lead to a teaching certificate.
Master's Degree (M.Ed.) in Environmental Education
The Master's Degree in Environmental Education is offered through the Department of Teaching and Learning in the College of Education and provides a comprehensive graduate program that prepares future professionals in the field of environmental education and enhances the environmental education knowledge and skills of practicing teachers.