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
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
Department of Curriculum & Instruction
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
Baylor School of Education
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.