Master of Arts in Education (MA)
Program Highlights:
- A standard core of 15-18 credits of professional development and research courses as well as 15-18 credits in an area of emphasis, culminating in a research capstone or thesis
- Students are assigned an academic advisor who assists in selecting the specific program of courses
- Designed for individuals not seeking a teaching license, but looking to expand professional skills with an educational research focus
- Courses meet weekly during "after school hours" to meet the needs of working professionals
- Program can be completed in 2 years and is open to international candidates as well as individuals who do not have a teaching license
For additional program specific information, visit the School of Education.
Graduate School Application
Admission Requirements:
- Statement of Goals
- Current Resume
- Two Letters of Recommendation
- The online application will provide the opportunity to enter contact information for your references and an email will be sent to the reference directly, prompting them to upload either a Word or PDF letter.
- Alternatively, letters may either be emailed as a signed attachment to gradschl@up.edu or sent via mail to ATTN: Graduate School, 5000 N. Willamette Blvd.,Portland, Oregon 97203, directly by the reference.
- Official Transcripts (from all previously attended academic institutions)
- Must be submitted directly to UP from the institution
- Electronically to gradschl@up.edu
- By mail to ATTN: Graduate School, 5000 N. Willamette Blvd.,Portland, Oregon 97203.
- A bachelor's degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university recognized by the University of Portland is required
- International Applicants; All foreign degrees will be evaluated by International Student Services prior to an admission decision
- International Applicants: Transcripts from foreign universities must follow the above guideline as well as be in English or be accompanied by an English translation certified as authentic
- Official Test Scores
- GRE score
- International Applicants: An official score from either the TOEFL (minimum score of 88) or IELTS (minimum score of 7.0) exam is additionally required
- Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale)
- Lower GPAs will be considered on a case by case basis
- International Applicants: Proof of financial support will be required to attend the University of Portland, but is not required for application review
Application Timeline:
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the following deadlines:
- Fall Semester Start: July 15
- Spring Semester Start: December 15
- Summer Semester Start: May 1
Program Contact:
International Applicants:
- Please note the additional application requirements listed above in the "Admission Requirements" section
- For additional information, visit International Student Services
