Master's Programs
Master of Arts in Education
The Master of Arts degree in Education is a 30 credit hour degree designed for students who wish to pursue advanced studies in education. Students can pursue the M.A. in Education in any of three academic departments in the College of Education:
- Educational Leadership and Foundations
- Counseling and Special Education
- Teacher Education
Master of Arts in Education - Diversity, Equity & Social Justice in Education
UTEP’s Master of Arts in Diversity, Equity & Social Justice in Education program is a fully online, 30 credit-hour degree designed for individuals who wish to pursue graduate studies focused on educational equity. This program is intended for those seeking to address equity and take on leadership roles in a variety of fields, including education (both formal and informal) and in the non-profit sector (e.g., community-based organizations). It also prepares graduate students who plan to pursue a doctorate in education or the social sciences. This program can be completed in as little as 16 months.
Master of Arts in Education - Linguistic Diversity & Educational Equity
UTEP’s Master of Arts in Linguistic Diversity & Educational Equity program is a fully online, 30 credit-hour degree designed for individuals who wish to pursue graduate studies focused on issues of educational equity, particularly related to multilingualism and the advancement of inclusive education for English Language Learners (ELLs)/ Emerging Bilinguals (EBs). This program is intended for those seeking to become advanced English as a Second Language (ESL) practitioners; it prepares teacher-leaders and researchers to critically consider the connections between linguistic diversity and power in various education settings.
Master of Arts in Education - STEM Education
UTEP’s Master of Arts in STEM Education program is a fully online, 30-credit-hour degree designed for individuals who wish to pursue graduate studies focused on STEM education. This course of study is intended for those seeking to take on advanced teaching and/or STEM leadership roles in a variety of STEM environments [public and private PK- 12 schools, STEM-focused schools and academies and in informal educational settings (i.e. museums, community-based organizations)]. This program can be completed in as little as 16 months..
Master of Arts in Education with Alternative Teaching Certification
The College of Education offers an alternative certification pathway for individuals who have already earned a bachelor’s degree and who are seeking to obtain a master’s degree with initial Texas certification to teach in PK-12 classrooms.
UTEP’s Master of Arts in Education with Alternative Certification Program combines research-based approaches to curriculum planning, classroom management, and effective instruction, intensive coaching and hands-on practice in classrooms with additional graduate study in a chosen concentration– all toward the goal of preparing the highest-quality teachers to successfully serve all students.
Students in the program participate in initial intensive preparation comprised of three graduate-level courses, followed by a residency classroom placement that includes tailored coaching and mentorship.
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
UTEP’s M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction program is a hybrid, 36-credit hour degree designed for individuals who wish to pursue graduate studies focused on the content deemed important for student learning (i.e., curriculum) and the process by which learning is achieved (i.e., instruction). The M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction program has two defined degree concentrations, allowing students to focus on Educational Technology in PK-12 and other educational settings or to earn the graduate credential needed to engage in Dual Credit Teaching. Additional concentrations under the M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instructions may be devised in consultation with faculty advisors. This degree program can be completed in as little as 20-24 months.
Master of Education in Literacy Education
UTEP’s M.Ed. in Literacy Education program is a fully online, 36-credit hour degree designed for individuals who wish to pursue graduate studies focused on the teaching and learning of literacy in diverse PK-12 and other educational settings. Intended for busy educators (licensed or un-licensed) seeking to take on instructional leadership roles in Literacy Education and to apply theoretical and research knowledge to their own literacy teaching practice, this degree program can be completed in as little as 20 months.
Master of Education in Higher Education
The M.Ed. in Educational Administration with an emphasis in higher education program integrates theory with practice to prepare leaders to work in a wide variety of functional areas within higher education. The program’s goals are to meet the needs of current and emergent educational leaders in post-secondary education across the nation. The program encourages intensive study of policies and organizational issues in higher education that will assist future leaders, administrators, researchers, and policy analysts. The location of ÀÇÓÑÊÓƵ on an international border provides rich context to address the population of our community and the needs of our growing nation.
M.Ed. in EC-12 with Principal Certification
Students interested in the K-12 setting are welcomed to participate in our programs at the masters level where educational opportunities provide a solid foundation and knowledgebase for roles in central office or school site leadership.
M.Ed. in EC-12 without Principal Certification
Students interested in the K-12 setting are welcomed to participate in our programs at the masters level where educational opportunities provide a solid foundation and knowledgebase for roles in central office or school site leadership.
Master of Education in School Counseling
The School Counseling program prepares students to become elementary or secondary school counselors. Students become familiar with school counseling services and develop the competencies required of counseling specialists in the schools. This program meets Texas specifications for school counselor certification and the academic requirements to become a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas.
Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling
The Mental Health Counseling program prepares students for counseling positions in various community agencies such as mental health centers, family counseling centers, social service agencies, and private counseling settings. This program meets the academic requirements to become a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas.
Master of Education in Special Education
This Special Education program is intended for students who have concentrated their previous academic work in the field of Education and are interested in gaining the knowledge and skills to meet the diverse educational needs of learners with disabilities.
The Special Education program offers two specialization areas:
- Bilingual Special Education Online
- Social Emotional Learning Hybrid
Master of Education in Educational Diagnostician
The Education Diagnostician program is intended for graduate students who possess a Texas Provisional Teaching Certificate and are interested in working with the Special Education system in the public schools. The applicant should confer with the Graduate Advisor to determine additional requirements for State Board of Educator Certification as a Professional Educational Diagnostician.
M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education (Online)
UTEP’s M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education program is a fully online, 30-credit hour degree designed for individuals who wish to pursue graduate studies focused on the teaching and learning of young children [Birth to Age 8] in diverse, inclusive early care and educational settings. Intended for busy educators (licensed or un-licensed) seeking to take on instructional leadership roles in the field and to apply theoretical and research knowledge to their teaching practice, this degree program can be completed in as little as 12 months.
M.Ed. in Bilingual Education (Online/Hybrid)
UTEP’s M.Ed. in Bilingual Education program is a 30-credit hour degree that can be completed fully online or through on-campus coursework. The program is designed for individuals who wish to pursue graduate studies focused on the teaching and learning of English Learners/Emergent Bilinguals. Intended for busy educators (licensed or un-licensed) seeking to become advanced Bilingual Education practitioners, this degree program can be completed in as little as 12 months.
Master of clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
The Master of Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling program prepares students with specialized knowledge, skills, attitudes, and cultural competence required for professional service as rehabilitation counselor. The program promotes community inclusion, employment, independent living, and quality of life for individuals with disabilities in the most integrated setting possible. The program prepares students to become Certified Rehabilitation Counselors (CRC) and meets the academic requirements for students to become a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas.
The Department of Teacher Education offers the following Graduate Certificates:
Graduate Certificate in STEM Education [Fully Online]
Graduate Certificate in Dual Language Bilingual Education [Fully Online]
Graduate Certificate in K-12 English Language Learning (ESL) [Fully Online]
Graduate Certificate in K-12 Bilingual Education [Fully Online]