Office of Graduate Studies

A World of Opportunities Through Education's Graduate Programming

Now is an exciting time to pursue graduate studies in education at MU. Professional and continuing education degrees — including master’s in education, educational specialists and doctorates in education and philosophy — are available in a variety of specialization areas. The College also offers an optional fifth year master's program for first year teachers, called the Teaching Fellowship Program.

A truly interdisciplinary experienceteaching experience

  • Our 122 faculty members create a rich environment as they are not only involved in teaching, but also heavily invested in research programs and centers. Faculty members balance their research efforts with student coordination and guidance.
  • You will find research programs that span from the campus’ autism center to literacy and math centers. Each of these interdisciplinary research initiatives has yielded findings that improve lifestyles and learning opportunities for the people of our nation and abroad.
  • You will certainly find the degree you are looking for in our more than 70 graduate on- and off-campus emphasis areas.

For specific program information and its degree requirements and application procedures, visit your academic unit of interest’s web page or contact the College of Education at 573-882-9644.

Choosing the right college for graduate studies is not an easy or simple decision. We welcome you to visit the MU Columbia campus and meet with our faculty and current students to find out more about life in the College of Education.

You can reach your educational career goals with the MU College of Education.

Sincerely,
Tim Lewis
Associate Dean of Research, Development and Graduate Studies