Degree Plans 2009-2010

College of Arts and Sciences

Master of Science in Computer Science

Master of Science in Criminal Justice (30 Hour Program)

Master of Science in Criminal Justice (36 Hour Program)

Master of Science in Environmental and Biological Science (Biological Sciences Concentration)

Master of Science in Environmental and Biological Science (Environmental Sciences Concentration)

Master of Science in International Relations

Master of Public Administration

Graduate Certificate Program in Government Contracting


Sorrell College of Business

Master of Business Administration

Executive Master of Business Administration

Master of Science in Management

Master of Science in Human Resource Management


College of Education

Master of Science in Adult Education Non-Certification Program


Master of Science Programs - Traditional Certification

Master of Science in Early Childhood Education (Grades P-3) Certification/Traditional Program

Master of Science in Elementary Education (Grades K-6) Certification/Traditional Program

Master of Science in Collaborative Teacher Education (Grades K-6) Certification/Traditional Program

Master of Science in Collaborative Teacher Education (Grades 6-12) Certification/Traditional Program

Master of Science in Secondary Education (Grades 6-12) Certification/Traditional Program

Master of Science in Elementary/Secondary Education (Grades P-12) Certification/Traditional Program

Master of Science in Gifted Education (Grades P-12) Certification/Traditional Program

Master of Science in Instructional Leadership Certification/Traditional Program


Master of Science Programs - Alternative Certification

Master of Science in Early Childhood Education (Grades P-3) Certification/Alternative Fifth-Year Program

Master of Science in Elementary Education (Grades K-6) Certification/Alternative Fifth-Year Program

Master of Science in Elementary Education (Grades K-6) Certification/Alternative Experience Route

Master of Science in Collaborative Teacher Education (Grades K-6) Certification/Alternative Fifth Year Program

Master of Science in Collaborative Teacher Education (Grades 6-12) Certification/Alternative Fifth Year Program

Master of Science in Secondary Education (Grades 6-12) Certification/Alternative Fifth-Year Program

Master of Science in Elementary/Secondary Education (Grades P-12) Certification/Alternative Fifth-Year Program


Master of Science Programs in Counseling and Psychology

Master of Science Clinical Mental Health

Master of Science Community Counseling

Master of Science Corrections Counseling

Master of Science Rehabilitation Counseling

Master of Science School Counseling

Master of Science School Psychometry

Master of Science Social Services Counseling - Non-Licensure/Non-Certification Degree

Master of Science Student Affairs Counseling

Master of Science Substance Abuse Counseling


Master of Science in Post Secondary Education Locations of Concentrations

Post-Secondary - Adult Education
Option I – 36 sh – No comprehensive examination
Option II – 30 sh – Comprehensive examination required
               Post-Secondary Education- Biology
Option I – 36 sh – No comprehensive examination
Option II – 30 sh – Comprehensive examination required
               Post-Secondary Education- Criminal Justice
Option I – 36 sh – No comprehensive examination
Option II – 30 sh – Comprehensive examination required
               Post-Secondary Education- English
Option I – 36 sh – No comprehensive examination
Option II – 30 sh – Comprehensive examination required
               Post-Secondary Education- Foundations of Education
Option I – 36 sh – No comprehensive examination
Option II – 30 sh – Comprehensive examination required
               Post-Secondary Education- General Science
Option I – 36 sh – No comprehensive examination
Option II – 30 sh – Comprehensive examination required
               Post-Secondary Education- Higher Education Administration
Option I – 36 sh – No comprehensive examination
Option II – 30 sh – Comprehensive examination required
               Post-Secondary Education- History
Option I – 36 sh – No comprehensive examination
Option II – 30 sh – Comprehensive examination required
               Post-Secondary Education- Instructional Technology
Option I – 36 sh – No comprehensive examination
Option II – 30 sh – Comprehensive examination required
               Post-Secondary Education- Mathematics
Option I – 36 sh – No comprehensive examination
Option II – 30 sh – Comprehensive examination required
               Post-Secondary Education- Political Science
Option I – 36 sh – No comprehensive examination
Option II – 30 sh – Comprehensive examination required
               Post-Secondary Education- Psychology
Option I – 36 sh – No comprehensive examination
Option II – 30 sh – Comprehensive examination required
               Post-Secondary Education- Public Administration
Option I – 36 sh – No comprehensive examination
Option II – 30 sh – Comprehensive examination required
               Post-Secondary Education- Social Science
Option I – 36 sh – No comprehensive examination
Option II – 30 sh – Comprehensive examination required
               Post-Secondary Education- TESOL
Option I – 36 sh – No comprehensive examination
Option II – 30 sh – Comprehensive examination required
               Post-Secondary Education- Music Industry
Option I – 36 sh – No comprehensive examination
Option II – 30 sh – Comprehensive examination required


Education Specialist Sixth Year Certification Programs for Teachers

Education Specialist: Early Childhood Education (Grades P-3)

Education Specialist: Elementary Education (Grades K-6)


Education Specialist Sixth Year Certification Programs for Instructional Support Areas

Education Specialist: Educational Administration

Education Specialist: School Counseling

Education Specialist: School Psychology

***Education Specialist Non-Certification Program

Ed. S. Community Counseling - Non-Certification


College of Health and Human Services

Master of Science in Sport and Fitness Management

Master of Science in Nursing
Clinical Nurse Specialist (39 sh)
Family Nurse Practitioner (47 sh)
Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate Program (34 sh)
Nursing Infomatics Specialist (34 sh)

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) – Post Baccalaureate Program
Clinical Nurse Specialist (74 sh)
Family Nurse Practitioner (82 sh)

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) – Post Masters Program
Clinical Nurse Specialist (35 sh)
Family Nurse Practitioner (35 sh)