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COE Graduate Programs

Graduates at graduation

A graduate degree from the College of Education prepares you to be an educator, counselor, researcher, leader, or administrator. We equip our students to lead in their respective field and solve real-world problems in Memphis and around the world. Explore the degrees the COE offers and find out how you can be driven by excellence.

Graduate Students

Visit UofM's Graduate Studies Office> to learn about graduation requirements, policies, and procedures. For questions about applying, visit the Graduate School's Application page>.

New graduate students must apply to the Graduate School to be admitted to our graduate programs. Students not seeking a degree or graduate certificate, must apply to the Graduate School as graduate non-degree student before enrolling in our graduate courses.

Graduate students seeking advising should contact the department of their major, with the exception of MAT students. MAT students must contact our Graduate Advisor, LaRuth Lofties.


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Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) and Teaching Licensure

The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program leads toward a master's degree and a Tennessee teaching license. Additional information about our MAT concentrations and teaching licensure can be found in our Office of Teacher Education and Clinical Practice>.

We offer MATs and licensure in these areas:

Master of Science (MS)

Prepare for a rewarding career in education with our Master of Science (MS) programs. Our diverse range of concentrations ensures you'll find the perfect fit to specialize your skills. Choose between our Counseling programs to gain expertise in supporting individuals' mental health and career development. Dive into Educational Psychology and Research to explore the foundations of learning and assessment. Alternatively, our Instruction and Curriculum Leadership program offers seven concentrations, from Applied Behavioral Analysis to Special Education, preparing you to lead and innovate in educational settings. Whether you aspire to counsel students, lead school administrations, or shape curriculum design, our MS programs empower you to make a lasting impact in education:

Doctoral Programs

Journey through our distinguished doctoral programs. Whether its our rigorous PhD programs in Counselor Education and Supervision, Counseling Psychology, or Educational Psychology and Research, each are designed to cultivate advanced expertise and leadership in their respective fields. For those pursuing an EdD, our program in Higher and Adult Education offers a specialized path to impact policy and practice, while Instruction and Curriculum Leadership provides six distinct concentrations—from Applied Behavioral Analysis to Special Education—tailored to meet diverse educational challenges. Explore our doctoral programs:

Graduate Certificates

Discover a breadth of specialized graduate certificate programs within the College of Education. From Autism Studies to Urban Education, our offerings span a diverse array of disciplines designed to meet the evolving needs of educators and professionals in today's educational landscape. Each program is crafted to provide in-depth knowledge and skills essential for advancing careers in areas such as College and Career Counseling, Instructional Design and Technology, School Counseling, STEM Teacher Leadership, and more. Explore our comprehensive list of certificates:

 

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