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Graduate Degrees

The College of Education offers master's and doctoral degrees for educators looking to improve their leadership and policy-making skills, as well as for those who want to start teaching.
M.Ed. in Special Education (100% Online)

Our fully online Master of Education in Special Education is uniquely focused on educator preparation for meeting the needs of students with disabilities. Initial teacher certification with in-person field placement is available for those who need licensure/certification.

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M.Ed. in Mind, Brain and Education (100% Online)

Our fully online Master of Education in Mind, Brain, and Education integrates cognitive science, neuroscience, and education research to develop more effective teaching methods, as well as a deeper understanding of how to support life-long learning.

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M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction

Our Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction is designed for certified teachers who want to advance their skillsets. Concentration options: literacy, math, science or open (which can be personalized to your needs).

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M.Ed. in Teaching with Initial Teacher Certification

Have a bachelor's degree and want to teach in Texas? Our Master of Education in Teaching prepares future educators to thrive in K-12 classrooms with the expertise a graduate degree can provide.

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M.Ed. in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, with Principal Certification

Our fully online Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, with Principal Certification, is designed for those with an interest in improving student achievement, teacher performance and organizational effectiveness of schools and higher education institutions.

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M.Ed. in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, with Higher Education Administration emphasis

The Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, with Higher Education Administration emphasis, prepares students to pursue a career in colleges and universities or the many organizations that study, support, or address higher education-related issues.

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Dual M.Ed. in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (Higher Education Administration Emphasis) and a Master of Social Work

This unique, dual master’s degree program in education and social work equips higher education leaders to break down the barriers that hinder student success. Concentrations are available in mental health and substance misuse, as well as community and administrative practice.

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B.A. to Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, with Higher Education Emphasis

Already planning to pursue a Ph.D. in Education? Start your doctoral work earlier with this unique, bachelor-to-doctoral degree offering.

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Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies

This Doctor of Philosophy program is designed for educators who seek to pursue careers in institutional assessment, policy analysis, institutional leadership, higher education administration, student affairs, or the professoriate.

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Degrees Listed by Type and Department

Department of Curriculum and Instruction 

  • Master of Education in Special Education w/Initial Special Education Certification  
  • Master of Education in Special Education w/Initial Special Education Certification  
  • Early Childhood - Grade 6 ESL/Core Subjects 
  • Early Childhood - Grade 6 Bilingual/Core Subjects
  • Mid-Level (grades 4-8) 
  • Secondary (grades 7-12)
  • All-Level (EC-12) 

 

Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies 

Explore Our Certificate and Certification Options for non-degree seeking students:


Certificate in Instructional Design and Learning Technology - Explore the ways technology can personalize online learning, streamline teaching practices, and create educational opportunities that are more interactive for all learners.

Hispanic Serving Leadership Preparation Graduate Certificate - A graduate-level certificate designed for those interested in empowering Hispanic student success. 

Initial Teacher Certification - If you have a bachelor's degree and want to become a teacher, you must obtain teacher certification at the graduate level. Candidates can do so through our Department of Curriculum and Instruction. 

Principal Certification Preparation - If you have a master’s degree, you may be eligible to take additional hours through our Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies to earn the credentials needed to become a campus principal or an assistant principal.

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