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18 Master's degrees offered by the university
English Education
At English Education from The University of Iowa is awarded by the Graduate College. Instruction is in the College of Education's Department of Teaching and Learning. Both are nonthesis degrees.
Multilingual Education
The M.A. in Multilingual Education at the The University of Iowa allows students to design a program of study with a specific area of focus. The M.A. program provides in-depth preparation in theoretical and practical aspects of language learning and teaching.
STEM Education
The M.S. in STEM Education (online) at the The University of Iowa fulfills the critical need for improving STEM education by training effective educators who specialize in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Learning Sciences
If you hold an interest in understanding people’s cognition, learning, and social interaction both inside and outside of schools, our MA in Learning Sciences at The University of Iowa is right for you. You will enhance your current career or be prepared for careers beyond formal instructional settings.
Rehabilitation Counseling
The MA in Rehabilitation Counseling is awarded by the Graduate College. It is a nonthesis degree program offered by The University of Iowa.
Educational Policy and Leadership Studies
The MA, EdS, and PhD in Educational Policy and Leadership Studies with a focus in Educational Leadership are awarded by the Graduate College. The MA and the EdS are available without a thesis, offered by The University of Iowa.
Art Education
The Art Education offered by The University of Iowa provides a creative, multidisciplinary environment for students of the studio arts and the history of art.
Mathematics Education
The Mathematics Education at The University of Iowa is awarded by the Graduate College. The MA is a nonthesis degree.
Science Education
The Science Education program at the The University of Iowa is awarded by the Graduate College. The MS is thesis program only. The MAT is a nonthesis program.
Master of Medical Education
At The University of Iowa, students in the Master of Medical Education Program apply to and receive their degree from the College of Medicine.
Special Education
The Special Education at the The University of Iowa provides in-depth theoretical and field work experiences in special education. The 32-semester hour program offers specialization in three areas: K-8 Strategist I, 5-12 Strategist I: Mild/Moderate, Instructional Strategist II: Behavior Disorders/Learning Disabilities (K-12).
Teaching, Leadership, and Cultural Competency
The Teaching, Leadership, and Cultural Competency at The University of Iowa is awarded by the Graduate College. The MA is a non-thesis degree offered online only.
World Languages Education
The World Languages Education at The University of Iowa is awarded by the Graduate College. The MAT is a non-thesis degree.
School Counseling
The School Counseling program at The University of Iowa trains future school counselors to identify and meet the academic, social-emotional, and career needs of K-12 students through the development of data-driven programs, comprehensive service delivery, collaboration with staff and families, and attention to their unique and diverse identities and abilities.
Social Studies Education
The Social Studies Education at the The University of Iowa is for teachers already holding teacher licensure and provides opportunities for in-depth study of social studies curricula and pedagogy, global education, and new developments in history and the social sciences.
Educational Measurement and Statistics
The Educational Measurement and Statistics at The University of Iowa is awarded by the Graduate College. The MA is offered with or without a thesis.
Higher Education and Student Affairs
The Higher Education and Student Affairs (HESA) M.A. at The University of Iowa prepares students for careers in higher education including student affairs or higher education administration and policy.
Music Education
The Music Education at The University of Iowa is are awarded by the Graduate College. The program is administered by the School of Music in cooperation with the College of Education. Application is made to the School of Music.