Research and Evaluation Educational Psychology M.S.

Program Overview

The Research and Evaluation Educational Psychology Master's program prepares professionals to design, evaluate, and measure the efficacy of programs and initiatives in educational institutions and organizations. The program emphasizes understanding evaluation design, data collection, and outcome assessment, equipping graduates for careers in program evaluation, clinical research, and research development.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Research and Evaluation Educational Psychology Master's program is designed to prepare graduates for work with public or private organizations.

Objectives:

• Understand how to design evaluations.
• Collect data to determine the efficacy of programs or initiatives.
• Properly measure outcomes to assess important features.

Program Description:

The program is designed for individuals working in educational institutions (such as school districts, higher educational institutions, or non-profit organizations) as administrators, or desiring to become administrators either in K-12 as evaluators or in higher education as institutional researchers. It is also suitable for those working in the development of research programs and implementing grant proposals.

Careers:

Top 3 Careers:

• Program Evaluation Administrator
• Clinical Research Assistant
• Evaluation and Research Associate

Other:

• The program is offered on campus and online.
• The program can be completed in as little as 15 months or at a slower pace, with five different starting points throughout the year.
• The College of Education is one of Texas' top producers of teachers, administrators, counselors, and other school professionals.
• Courses are offered on a rotation schedule via two 8-week terms during the fall and spring semesters and 3-week, 5-week, and 10-week terms during the summer.
• The College of Education is accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation.
• The Office of Research Consulting provides research and statistical consulting services to graduate students.
• The programs have been recognized by the National Council on Family Relations and U.S. News and World Report.