GRADUATE
PROGRAMS
At the College of Education, we're all about flexibility. We understand that our grad students may be working professionals, parents and partners, or have other time and transportation restrictions. That's why so many of our programs offer the flexibility of hybrid schedules, small cohort sizes and multiple locations.
44%
percentage of College of Education students who are first generation
Over $32 M
in faculty-affiliated research funding
$196,428
in scholarships awarded in 2022-23
Find Your Program
Browse the programs below to find the one that best suits your academic needs. If you need assistance at any time, please reach out to our advising staff.
Master's Degrees
Master of Counseling in Clinical Mental Health
Master of Counseling in Clinical Mental Health
The Master of Counseling in Clinical Mental Health (M.C.-CMH) is a hybrid, part-time program that prepares students for licensure as a counselor in Oregon, Washington, and many other states. Students learn as part of a collaborative cohort, taking classes online and meeting twice each quarter in Corvallis, Oregon.
Corvallis Hybrid OSU-Cascades
Master of Counseling in School Counseling
Master of Counseling in School Counseling
The Master of Counseling in School Counseling (M.C.-SC) is a part-time, hybrid program that prepares students to work as school counselors in Oregon and beyond. Students learn as part of a collaborative cohort, taking classes online and meeting twice each quarter in Corvallis, Oregon. The master’s degree aims to prepare graduates to be leaders and advocates for change in their schools and communities.
Corvallis Hybrid OSU-Cascades
Master of Science in Math or Science Education
Master of Science in Math or Science Education
In this online, hybrid program, students draw upon current research to create innovative and inclusive science and math learning environments and develop a broad range of instructional strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners.
Master of Education in Adult & Higher Education
Master of Education in Adult & Higher Education
The Master of Education in Adult and Higher Education (M.Ed-AHE) helps students gain applied skills and knowledge for designing, implementing, and assessing educational programs in a variety of formats. The two-year, fully online program is offered in partnership with OSU's award-winning Ecampus.
Online
Master of Arts in Teaching
Master of Arts in Teaching
Our Master of Arts in Teaching program offers degrees in elementary and secondary education, as well as coursework to support continuing learning and accreditation. Teaching faculty focus on instructional strategies and methods, best practices, research-driven theory, and practical experiences to prepare teaching candidates for an Oregon Preliminary Teaching License.
Master of Arts in Teaching in Special Education
Master of Arts in Teaching in Special Education
The MAT-SPED program, offered in partnership with OSU’s award-winning Ecampus, prepares students to earn a Special Education license in Oregon. Students may complete the degree entirely online, except for the final year which includes a teaching experience in a special education classroom within their community.
Online
Master of Arts in Teaching in Clinically Based Elementary Education
Master of Arts in Teaching in Clinically Based Elementary Education
The Master of Arts in Teaching in Clinically Based Elementary Education (MAT-CBEE) is a full-time licensure program that will prepare you to become an effective teacher. Students learn through online and face-to-face classes while participating in co-teaching experiences.
Hybrid
Doctoral Degrees
Doctor of Education in Adult & Higher Education
Doctor of Education in Adult & Higher Education
The Doctor of Education in Adult & Higher Education (Ed.D-AHE) is designed for students interested in advancing in higher education leadership. The program may be completed in 3-4 years and is offered in a part-time, hybrid format.
Hybrid Portland
Doctor of Philosophy in Adult & Higher Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Adult & Higher Education
The Doctor of Philosophy in Adult & Higher Education trains equity-minded researchers in higher education. This full-time, traditional Ph.D. program is designed for students interested in pursuing research and policy positions in higher education.
Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling
Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling
The Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling (Ph.D.-Coun) program prepares students to work as advanced practitioners, counselor educators, and supervisors in clinical and academic settings. The Ph.D. is a hybrid, part-time program, with face-to-face classes occurring twice a quarter in Portland.
Doctor of Philosophy in Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Education
The Doctor of Philosophy in Education is designed for students to develop their research skills and make meaningful change in the field of education. This in-person program offers three option areas and can be taken part-time or full-time.
Corvallis
Graduate Certificates
English for Speakers of Other Languages Endorsement and Dual Language Specialization
English for Speakers of Other Languages Endorsement and Dual Language Specialization
The English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Endorsement and Dual Language Specialization Endorsement can be added to your Oregon teaching license. Courses are offered in-person or online (depending on your program and location) and may be directly applied to your classroom.
Instructional Design Graduate Certificate
Instructional Design Graduate Certificate
The online Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design helps students gain an understanding of how adults learn and process information. Through the use of instructional technology, this program is designed to provide you with applied skills and knowledge for designing, implementing and assessing educational programs in a variety of formats.
Online
Special Education Graduate Certificate
Special Education Graduate Certificate
The online Special Education Graduate Certificate enables educators and administrators to gain expertise in inclusive instructional strategies. The program focuses on practical knowledge and skills for creating more equitable learning environments.
Online
Graduate Minor & Graduate Microcredentials
Education Graduate Minor
Education Graduate Minor
The Education Graduate Minor is available to Master’s and Ph.D. students in any OSU major and is designed for students to learn teaching theory, education policy, and education research methodologies.
Foundations of Inclusion and Special Education — Online Graduate Microcredential
Foundations of Inclusion and Special Education — Online Graduate Microcredential
Gain practical knowledge and strategies in inclusive education with the online microcredential in Foundations of Inclusion and Special Education. This microcredential serves as both a professional development opportunity for in-service educators and a stepping stone to a graduate certificate or degree.
Online
Instructional Design — Online Graduate Microcredential
Instructional Design — Online Graduate Microcredential
The online graduate microcredential in Instructional Design gives students the skills to create engaging learning opportunities for adult learners. The microcredential serves as a professional development opportunity and can be stacked towards a graduate certificate or master’s degree.
Online
Single-Subject Graduate Degrees
Agricultural Education
Agricultural Education
Our department features a master's degree in Agricultural Education and a Ph.D. in Education, with a focus in Agricultural Education. Both degree programs are dedicated to advancing agricultural education. Click the button below to learn more about our master's degree and Ph.D. degree in Agricultural Education!
Master of Adapted Physical Education
Master of Adapted Physical Education
Become a K-12 physical education and adapted physical education teacher. By completing this professional degree program, referred to as MAPE, you’ll also earn a recommendation for an Oregon K-12 preliminary teaching license in physical education and an endorsement in adapted physical education.
Accreditation
A few words about how important accreditation is. We have met or exceeded the standards for accreditation under both CAEP for teachers and CACREP for counseling. For more information about the standards, please visit the organization’s website.
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