Graduate Programs

Graduate programs in Baylor School of Education offer academic challenge in a Christian environment, preparing leaders for research careers or professional roles in education, administration, quantitative methods, and related areas. The balance of theory, research, and practice develops highly qualified and adaptable professionals.

School of Education Graduate Programs

PhD
Curriculum & Teaching

Department of Curriculum & Instruction

Prepares university-based leaders to conduct research, prepare teachers, and educate other professionals within the field of education. Residential, 71 semester hours, requires successful completion and defense of a dissertation. (Residential)

PhD
Educational Psychology

Department of Educational Psychology

Equips leaders for successful careers in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Gifted-and-Talented Education, or Quantitative Studies (students choose), with supplemental work in supporting areas. Residential, 65 hours, plus 9 hours of dissertation.

PhD
Higher Education Studies & Leadership

Department of Educational Leadership

Prepares higher-education leaders through research, challenging coursework, and an apprenticeship covering all of tuition plus a stipend. Residential, 72 hours of coursework, including a 3-hour research internship and 9 hours for the dissertation.

 

PhD
School Psychology

Department of Educational Psychology

Prepares health-service providers to apply scientific and data-based decision making in schools or other settings to support children and youth. 101-hour course sequence, outstanding clinical experiences, research opportunities, licensure preparation

PhD
P-12 Educational Leadership

Department of Educational Leadership

Research-based program that educates scholars and scholar-practitioners who desire to have meaningful, lasting influence on P-12 education. Program includes advanced courses and a distinct 72-credit hour sequence requiring a period of full-time study as a graduate student.

EdD
K-12 Educational Leadership

Department of Educational Leadership

Program for aspiring leaders of schools, districts, or educational agencies with focus on complex problem solving. Cohort model, weekend schedule for working professionals, 65 hours include clinical and dissertation, includes superintendent certification preparation

EdD Online
Learning & Organizational Change

Baylor School of Education

Students apply principles of teaching and learning toward managing the dynamics of organizational change. 54 hours, part or full time, live online weekly classes, two on-campus “immersions” during the three-year program, problem-of-practice dissertation

EdS-Dallas
School Psychology

Department of Educational Psychology

Graduates with the Education Specialist Degree are prepared to meet the learning, behavior, and mental-health needs of children in school settings using evidence-based assessment and interventions. Hybrid format, 60 hours, field-based training, yearlong internship, NASP approved

EdS-Waco
School Psychology

Department of Educational Psychology

Graduates with the Education Specialist Degree are prepared to meet the learning, behavior, and mental-health needs of children in school settings using evidence-based assessment and interventions. Hybrid format, 60 hours, field-based training, yearlong internship, NASP approved

MAT
MA in Teaching

Department of Curriculum & Instruction

Offers initial teacher certification through coursework and clinical experiences based on Baylor’s national award-winning teacher-education model. Residential, 36 hours, faculty-guided clinical experiences, variety of teaching fields

MA
Curriculum & Instruction

Department of Curriculum & Instruction

Develops scholarly understanding of educational thought and practice. Residential, 33 hours, thesis, 12-hour minor in a cognate area, competitive graduate assistantships available

MA
Educational Psychology

Department of Educational Psychology

Research-focused program as a step toward PHD graduate study in educational psychology or related field, offering specializations in BCBA certification, GT, or general educational psychology. Residential, 30 hours of coursework, plus thesis

MA
School Leadership

Department of Educational Leadership

Offers two tracks: one for Texas principal certification and one for independent schools. Online plus on-campus immersions for working educators. Coursework completed in a year, with capstone to follow. 30 hours, including capstone

MA/MSEd/MDiv
Joint Degree with Seminary

Department of Curriculum & Instruction

Joint degree with Truett Seminary, combining faculties and resources of two schools. Perfect for those seeking careers in congregations, private schools, or other faith-based organizations. Separate application to both schools. Residential, 33-36 hours in education plus MDiv

MSEd
Curriculum & Instruction

Department of Curriculum & Instruction

Program can be full-time or part-time (for working educators) and is designed to improve educational practice. Residential, 36 semester hours, including a 15-hour specialization

MSEd
Educational Psychology

Department of Educational Psychology

Program with three specialization options: Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Gifted & Talented Education or General Educational Psychology. Residential, 36 hours, typically completed in 15-18 months

MSED
Higher Education & Student Affairs

Department of Educational Leadership

Only program in US to combine student development, administrative theory, and faith at a national research university. Residential, full-time, 42 hours of coursework, 22 months, includes apprenticeship

MSEd
Sport Management

Department of Educational Leadership

Program provides excellent career preparation through sport-focused coursework including ethics, governance, marketing, management, finance, and fundraising offering an extensive alumni network. Includes fieldwork. Residential, 30 hours coursework + 6 hours fieldwork.