Degrees Offered

• Master of Arts
• Master of Education
• Certificate
• Doctor of Philosophy

Specializations

• M.A.: Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Policy and Foundations, Literacy

• M.Ed.: College Student Personnel Administration, Educational Administration, Elementary Education, Secondary Education

• Certificate: Director of Instruction, Elementary Education, Principal, Reading Specialist, Reading Teacher, Secondary Education, Superintendent

• Ph.D.: N/A

Program Description

The educational policy and leadership programs prepare graduate students to assume educational leadership roles in the areas of study provided by its programs and specializations. A distinctive characteristic of the programs are their commitment to the development of professionals as agents of critical inquiry and social justice. This is done through a systematic focus on the social, cultural, philosophical and historical contexts of education. The educational policy and leadership programs seek to apply the university goals of Christian commitment and scholarship to settings related to educational practice and policy, especially in public and private schools and institutions of higher education.

Visit the Department Web Page for more detailed program information.

Application Requirements

• Read all application instructions prior to beginning an application
• A completed application form and fee online
• Official transcripts from all current and previous colleges/universities except Marquette
• A statement of professional and academic goals and aspirations
• Three letters of recommendation that give evidence of the applicant's scholarly promise
• GRE scores (General Test only)
• For International Applicants only: A TOEFL score or other acceptable proof of English proficiency

• An interview and/or writing test may be required of applicants following the initial screening.

• Teacher certification applicants are required to submit Praxis I and II scores to the College of Education’s Office of Teacher Education. These applicants must also undergo a criminal background check, conducted by Marquette University. A second criminal background check is conducted at the state level when student teaching is completed, as part of the teacher license application.

• Individuals submitting applications for administrative licenses must undergo a criminal background check, conducted by the state, when their administrative program is complete and they submit their administrative license application to the state.

• For Ph.D. Applicants only: A sample of scholarly writing, such as a master’s thesis or a published article.

Application Deadline

• Master's applicants: Since start terms for College of Education cohorts vary by program, students should seek advice from department personnel regarding specific application deadlines.
• Doctoral applicants: Jan. 15. Applicant files must be completed by this date for admission consideration to the doctoral program. Applicants will be notified by Mar. 15.

Financial Aid

Merit-based aid (graduate assistantships/fellowships) is available. Private scholarships may also be available. U.S. citizens and permanent residents may be eligible to apply for need-based federal aid (loans) to help fund their educational expenses as well.