Graduate Programs in Education and Counseling

Adult, Professional & Higher Education 

Prepares educators to design, teach, and manage learning experiences for adult learners across a range of settings, from higher education to workforce training and community programs. Students gain a strong foundation in adult learning theory, program development, and instructional design, with opportunities for hands-on experience through internships. 

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Educational Leadership 

This master’s program prepares future school leaders to become thoughtful, visionary principals who understand both the theory and real-world challenges of leading schools. The coursework covers everything from education law and finance to leadership and research, all designed to help you create positive school cultures and strong community connections. Throughout the program, a focus on respect, equity of opportunity, and social responsibility guides how you’ll support teachers and students to thrive. 

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Educational Research (Research and Assessment in Education and Human Services) 

The Master of Education in Research and Assessment in Education and Human Services equips students with applied research and data-driven decision-making skills. Students can focus on research methods and statistics or align their studies with advanced certificates in data-based decision making, program evaluation, or data analytics. This versatile program prepares graduates for careers in educational research, evaluation, and data analysis. 

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Educational Technology (with Endorsement)

Equip yourself to enhance and integrate educational technology across K–12 settings. Through coursework in instructional design, online learning, and tech leadership, licensed teachers can earn an Ohio Computer & Technology endorsement alongside their master's degree. 

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Gifted and Talented Learners (with Endorsement)

Designed for certified teachers, this online specialization builds skills to support high-ability students, including those with dual exceptionalities or from underrepresented groups. It leads to both a master’s degree and an endorsement, emphasizing curriculum development, family and professional collaboration, and best practices in gifted education.

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Literacy Development and Instruction (Reading and TESOL Endorsements available)

Strengthen your expertise in literacy by exploring how writing and language acquisition intersect, including second‑language learning. Teachers and clinicians may also pursue endorsements in Reading or TESOL while completing this master's specialization.

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P-5 Education 

This program offers advanced study focused on educating children ages three through fifth grade. Students can earn a master’s degree, a teaching license, or both. It combines university coursework with field experiences and emphasizes teaching practices that support diverse learners’ social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development.

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Special Education (with Licensure) 

This graduate program offers advanced coursework for educators focused on learners with exceptional needs, with concentrations in Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Intensive educational needs. Both tracks include fieldwork and coursework that may lead to Ohio Intervention Specialist licensure, depending on prior education. The program emphasizes preparing special educators to work effectively with diverse student populations and those with special needs. 

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Urban Secondary Teaching (MUST) Residency Program 

This intensive, full-time program prepares individuals with bachelor’s degrees to teach in urban secondary schools, combining school-based coursework and classroom experience over fourteen months. Students develop effective teaching and classroom management skills while critically examining how race, class, and gender impact education. The program leads to Ohio licensure in various content areas, including Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Spanish and Chinese Languages. 

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Our Counseling-focused Master of Education (M.Ed.) programs are designed for those who want to make a lasting impact on the lives of others through mental health support, personal development, and academic guidance. With two CACREP-accredited tracks, School Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling, you can choose the path that aligns with your goals. Each program blends rigorous coursework with real-world experience, preparing you to become a compassionate, skilled professional who helps individuals and communities thrive. 

Programs: 

School Counseling prepares you for licensure as a K–12 school counselor, with training in counseling theory, ethics, and student-focused interventions in school-based settings.

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Clinical Mental Health Counseling prepares you for licensure as a professional counselor, equipping you to work in community agencies, hospitals, and mental health organizations. Both pathways combine rigorous coursework with hands-on experience, empowering you to build a meaningful career helping others thrive.

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Prepare to integrate technology into teaching and learning across K–12 classrooms. This program equips licensed teachers with skills in instructional design, digital literacy, and technology-based learning, leading to Ohio’s Computer and Technology endorsement.

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Expand your credentials to teach computer science at all grade levels. This endorsement covers programming, computational thinking, and technology integration, preparing licensed teachers to meet Ohio’s Computer Science standards. 

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The Educational Leadership Principal Licensure program prepares experienced educators to become licensed school principals in Ohio. Through a combination of advanced coursework and field-based experiences, students develop the knowledge and skills needed to lead schools effectively and meet licensure requirements set by the Ohio Department of Education. 

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Advance to district-level leadership with this program, which prepares experienced administrators for the responsibilities of a superintendent. Coursework and practical experiences meet Ohio requirements for the Superintendent License.

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