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40 Master's degrees offered by the university
English
The M.A. in English at Western Illinois University allows students to develop individualized plans of study which suit their professional goals.
Educational Leadership
The School of Education offers at Western Illinois University provides a comprehensive graduate academic program in Educational Leadership that offers Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed.), Education Specialist (Ed.S.), and Educational Doctorate (Ed.D.) degrees.
Health Sciences
Health Sciences at Western Illinois University is an interdisciplinary field aimed at promoting health and preventing disease, disability, and premature death through education-driven behavior change activities designed for individuals, groups, and communities. Graduate-level health educators are generally hired as directors of health education/promotion programs in a variety of settings.
Mathematics
The masters program in the Department of Mathematics at Western Illinois University provides an alternative to the traditional programs by preparing students who would pursue a career in business, industry, or government, as well as to train mathematicians who would pursue further study towards a doctoral degree.
Business Administration
Through its high-quality Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program, Western Illinois University prepares its MBA graduates for socially responsible leadership and managerial roles in an interdependent, multicultural, and diverse business world.
Communication
The Master of Arts degree in Communication at Western Illinois University emphasizes both theoretical and applied knowledge. The general communication program offers students higher levels of knowledge, skills, theory, research, and practical experience in the communication discipline.
Theatre
The Department of Theatre and Dance offers a program of graduate study leading to the Master of Fine Arts degree at Western Illinois University in the following areas of concentration: acting, directing, and design (costume, lighting, and scenic).
Engineering Technology Leadership
The Engineering Technology Leadership program at Western Illinois University is designed to prepare manufacturing professionals to be knowledgeable about world class manufacturing systems.
Educational Studies - Professional Education
The School of Education offers a Master of Science in Education degree in Educational Studies - Professional Education at Western Illinois University, which is offered entirely online.
Computer Science
The School of Computer Sciences at Western Illinois University offers a Master of Science degree in Computer Science. The program emphasizes technical and professional education that integrates academic course work with extensive projects.
Law Enforcement and Justice Administration
The Master of Arts in Law Enforcement and Justice Administration degree at Western Illinois University is designed to provide a course of study for those currently employed in criminal justice and related fields of academe.
Museum Studies
The Master of Arts in Museum Studies degree program at Western Illinois University will prepare students for diverse types of work associated with museums, including museum administration, collections management, exhibition development, museum education, volunteerism, and fundraising.
College Student Personnel
The Department of Educational Studies offers a Master of Science in College Student Personnel at Western Illinois University, which prepares professionals to be effective leaders and reflective practitioners doing socially and ethically responsible work in the field of student affairs.
Biology
A Master of Science in Biology at Western Illinois University allows our graduates to pursue careers in health care, biotechnology, conservation, government agencies, education, and a wide range of other fields.
Psychology - General Experimental Psychology
The Psychology Department at Western Illinois University offers work leading to a Master of Science in Psychology - General Experimental Psychology degree.
Teaching Mathematics
This Masters of Science in Teaching Mathematics ( MSTM ) degree from Western Illinois University is designed for current teachers of secondary mathematics and the courses will all be offered in an online format
Accountancy
The Accountancy program offered by the Western Illinois University School of Accounting, Finance, Economics and Decision Sciences provides a student-centered environment that promotes academic excellence, professional and personal growth, a spirit of collegiality, and ethical and professional conduct.
Counseling
The mission of Western Illinois University's Department of Counseling Education is to prepare a socially responsible, diverse student, faculty and staff population to lead in the global society.
Psychology - Clinical, Community Mental Health
The Psychology Department at Western Illinois University offers work leading to a Master of Science in Psychology - Clinical, Community Mental Health degree.
Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration
The Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration (RPTA) at Western Illinois University is meeting this challenge by preparing professionals for a variety of demanding and rewarding leisure services.