Graduate Programs
Ohio University currently offers three graduate programs that are tailored to secondary school teachers who are seeking the required credentials for approval as a dual enrollment instructor. Please note, successful completion of an Ohio University graduate program does not guarantee approval as a dual enrollment instructor. Please see the Teacher Approval section of this website for more information.
Master of Arts in English (MA)
The Master of Arts in English is ideal for teachers who want to deepen their knowledge of literature and writing and earn credential to teach college level courses. While many master's degree programs for teachers include study of teaching methods, Ohio University's program focuses on English content: literary history and analysis; composition and rhetoric; and creative writing. All coursework for the Master of Arts in English is entirely online. No campus visits are required. Graduates of the program are welcomed and encouraged to participate in commencement on the Athens campus or virtual recognition ceremonies, which are held in May and December of each year.
- Ideal for teachers to study specific English content while earning a master's degree
- Earn qualification to teach English courses at Ohio high schools for dual enrollment credit!
- Start in summer (mid-May) and finish in as few as 18 months/4 semesters
- Only 8 courses (32 credit hours)
- No GRE required
Master of Social Sciences (MSS)
The Master of Social Sciences offers courses in history, political science, and other relevant topics to gain a deeper knowledge of the subject content. Teaching methods courses are not included in the program.
- Ideal for teachers who want to study content
- Beneficial for public administrators
- Only 8 courses (32 credit hours) required; fully online
- Finish in a few as 18 months/4 semesters
- 3 start dates: August, January or May
Master of Science in Chemistry (M.S.)
The Master of Science in Chemistry is a non-thesis option program that has been optimized to allow students to earn a master’s degree in a short amount of time (as little as three semesters), while acquiring skills and knowledge in a wide range of topics.
Convenient online courses are designed for science teachers and working professionals.
- Convenient online courses
- Designed for science teachers and professionals
- No thesis
- 30 credits — can be completed in three semesters.
- No GRE required
Master of Science in Chemistry
Master of Science in Geological Sciences (M.S.)
The online Master of Science in Geological Sciences is a non-thesis program that provides geology graduates and those from related STEM disciplines with applied training and experiences through a wide range of topics in earth sciences.
- Prepare to teach College Credit Plus courses (Ohio's dual enrollment program)
- Convenient 100% online, seven-week courses
- No thesis
- 30 credits at your own pace — Finish in as little as three semesters
- No GRE required
Master of Science in Geological Sciences
Master of Communication (MC)
The online Master of Communication is a non-thesis program that provides students with a flexible and customizable option to grow their communication skills and competencies and advance their careers. The program allows students to stack certificates to earn a master's degree; students can complete two of the seven stackable certificates, plus an introductory research course and a 3-credit-hour capstone. Certificates include Communication diversity, ethics, and inclusivity; Communication and change; Crisis communication; Digital transformation management; and Team leadership and communication.
- 100% online
- Complete in as few as three semesters
- 30 credit hours
- No GRE required
- 7-week course
Master of Arts in Organizational Communication (M.A.)
The online Master of Arts in organizational communication is a non-thesis program that provides a flexible and affordable option to enhance students' communication expertise. Focus on communication strategies to foster teamwork, manage conflicts, enhance problem-solving and decision-making, hone leadership skills, and secure buy-in for organizational change.
- 100% online
- Complete in as few as four semesters
- 30 credit hours
- No GRE required
- 7-week courses
Master of Arts in Organizational Communication
Traditional Degree Programs
Ohio University offers a wide range of traditional graduate programs within subject areas that would align well with high school graduation requirements in Ohio. For a list of available programs please visit: