Program highlights

• Learn from experienced educators and administrators
• Choose from three tracks: quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methodology
• Apply what you’ve learned in a master’s thesis project

What will you learn?

You’ll begin by studying the fundamentals of statistics, research, evaluation and measurement. From there, you’ll explore everything from the use of computers in research to qualitative methods for diversity and inclusion and for community and classroom research.

Master’s in educational research program curriculum

The M.Ed. requires a minimum of 32 credits, including 12 credits in quantitative and/or qualitative methodology, six credits in General Professional courses and six credits in electives. You also conduct research and write an eight-credit master's thesis.

Under the guidance of your advisor, you create a Plan of Work based on your specific interests and goals, and submit it to the College of Education Graduate Office before you complete six course credits.

Degree Requirements

Plan A (Thesis) A minimum of 32 credits is required, including six credits in General Professional courses, six credits in electives chosen in consultation with the advisor, and eight credits in ED 8999 (thesis). The 12 credits in the major may include:

M.Ed. educational evaluation and research tracks

Quantitative Track

The quantitative track puts a particular focus on statistics, numbers and other ways of measuring quantity. Courses in this track include Fundamentals of Statistics, Fundamentals of Quantitative Research and Computer Use in Research.

Qualitative Track

In the qualitative track, you analyze non-numerical data such as language and communication to examine people’s experiences, behavior or interactions. Focusing on everything from grounded theory and ethnography to case studies and trustworthiness, you examine principles of place-based research, design a community-based research project and explore qualitative methodologies at the intersection of diversity and inclusion.

Mixed Methods Track

The mixed methods track combines elements of quantitative and qualitative research to provide a broad overview of educational research and analysis.

Careers in education - administration, research, evaluation

The M.E.d degree leads the way to rewarding careers in every aspect of educational research, evaluation, testing or leadership. Whether you plan a career as a school administrator, a teacher or a research professional, we can help you reach your goals.

Tuition and financial aid

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Admission requirements

To be eligible for the master of education in educational evaluation and research, you need an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 and an undergraduate major in any field.

To apply, you will need to:

• Submit the application
• Submit your transcript(s)
• Demonstrate English proficiency if your native language is not English
• Pay the nonrefundable $50 application fee

For details about the application process, see Graduate School Admissions.

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