Graduate degrees are offered by two schools within the college:
Karen J. Viechnicki
Interim Dean
Thomas E. Davis
Associate Dean
Keith Hillkirk
Assistant Dean
Graduate study and research in the College of Education place primary emphasis on bridging the gap between theory and practice-between research and the everyday educational and human problems that confront students, teachers, counselors, curriculum workers, administrators, and other professionals in related fields. Practice and internships coupled with research constitute the components of our advanced programs. Interdisciplinary study is encouraged when appropriate.
The college offers the Master of Education degree in elementary education, middle school education, secondary education, special education, talented and gifted, educational media, reading, mathematics teaching, microcomputers, educational leadership (public/private/higher education), student personnel services, and counselor education (school, college, community agencies, rehabilitation, counseling in business and industry). A Master of Arts is offered in economic education. A six-year program is offered for professionals who seek specialization or certification in the principalship or superintendency. The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) is offered in curriculum and instruction, counselor education, and higher education; the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) is offered in educational administration.
Master's students may attend full or part time; there is no residency requirement for a master's degree. Full-time students can complete most master's programs in a minimum of four academic quarters. Doctoral programs require a three-quarter continuous residency on the Athens campus and can be completed in a minimum of three academic years.
All professional education programs are fully accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). The Counselor Education Program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) and CORE.
Detailed information concerning graduate programs is available from the Office of Graduate Studies, College of Education, Ohio University, McCracken Hall 124, Athens OH 45701-2979.
To major in a given area, you must have a program of study planned and approved by a faculty advisor to meet your professional needs and objectives.
The minimum number of credit hours varies depending on program requirements and, when applicable, standards for certification. Specific admissions criteria for admission and program requirements are available from the Office of Graduate Studies, College of Education.
Master's programs are offered in several areas of professional education:
Educational Leadership
Computer Education and Technology
Economic Education
Elementary Education (includes emphasis in reading)
Middle School Education
Secondary Education (includes emphases in mathematics education and supervision)
Special Education
A concentration in gifted and talented is available.
Advanced preparation leading to the Ph.D. or Ed.D. is offered in the School of Applied Behavioral Sciences and Educational Leadership and the School of Curriculum and Instruction. Processes for application and admission are listed under the two schools.
If admitted to a doctoral program, you are expected to apply for admission to advanced studies after two quarters of coursework. Admission is based on review of your progress, faculty recommendations, completion of at least nine hours of course credit, and results of a qualifying examination.
Doctoral candidates are required to successfully complete a written and oral comprehensive examination and an acceptable dissertation.
You are assisted throughout your program of study by a faculty advisor and a doctoral program committee.
Specific information regarding criteria for admission, financial assistance, scholarships, etc., is available from the Office of Graduate Studies, College of Education, McCracken Hall 124.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Note: If you have earned a master's degree in education at Ohio University and plan to take additional coursework in education, you must reapply for admission through the Office of Graduate Student Services.
Alternative admission may be granted if you do not meet the required grade-point average or test score on one of the required standardized tests. Alternative admission may be based on the achievement of a compensating test score, successful completion of an interview with program area faculty, or such factors as extensive work experience or outstanding recommendations.
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