GRADUATE ADMISSIONS
The Graduate School at a Glance
For over 70 years, East Tennessee State University has been a trailblazer in graduate education, offering diverse master’s and doctoral programs.
Utilizing hands-on learning paired with exceptional research, our programs empower professionals like you to make a lasting impact on their communities.
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With over 200 competitive graduate program options and 80 online options to choose from, you will have a variety of opportunities to meet growing market demands and solve the problems of tomorrow.
Our graduates have become leaders and changemakers, creating positive shifts in their workplaces and beyond.
According to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), in 2022, the median earnings of master’s or higher degree completers ($80,200) were 20 percent higher than the median earnings of bachelor’s degree completers ($66,600).
doctoral and master’s degrees and certificate programs to choose from.
Johnson City ranks number 65 as Forbes
Advanced Degrees | Advanced Careers 2024-2025
Take your career to the next level and get started today! Visit our page for a current list of the competitive graduate programs at East Tennessee State University: etsu.edu/gradschool | gradschool@etsu.edu
MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMS
Accountancy ( MACC)
Audit
Controllership
Generalist
Taxation
Allied Health (MSAH)
Appalachian Studies (MA)
Applied Data Science (MS)
Biology (MS)
Biology
Biomedical Sciences
Microbiology
Brand and Media Strategy (MA)
Business Administration (MBA)
Business Analytics
Cybersecurity Management
General/No Concentration
Health Care Marketing
Chemistry (MS)
Clinical Nutrition (MS)
Communication and
Storytelling (MA)
Computer Science (MS)
AI and Machine Learning
Applied Computer Science
Software Engineering
Counseling (MA)
Clinical Mental Health
Elementary/Secondary School
Criminal Justice and Criminology (MA)
Curriculum and Instruction (MEd)
Digital Marketing (MS)
Digital Media (MFA)
Early Childhood Education (MA)
Early Care and Education
Initial Licensure
Research
Educational Leadership ( MED )
Higher Education
School Administration and Leadership
Engineering Technology (MS)
Digital Construction and Data Analytics
Robotics, Automation and Instrumentation Systems
English (MA)
Geosciences (MS)
Geospatial Analysis
Paleontology
Health Administration (MHA)
History (MA)
Individual, Family, and Community Sciences (MS)
Information Systems (MS)
Cybersecurity Management
Data Analytics
Information Management
User Experience Engineering No Concentration
Interdisciplinary Studies (MALS)
Archival Studies
Gender and Diversity Studies
Regional and Community Studies
Mathematical Sciences (MS)
Nursing (MSN)
Family Nurse Practitioner
Nursing Administration
Nursing Education
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse
Practitioner
Music (MM)
Orthotics and Prosthetics (MS)
Professional Studies (MPS)
Leadership, Organizations, and Workforce Studies
Public Administration (MPA)
Economic Development and Planning
Government Generalist
Local Government Management
Nonprofit and Public Financial Management
Public Health (MPH)
Biostatistics
Community Health
Environmental and Occupational Health
Epidemiology
Public Health Leadership & Policy
Reading ( MED )
School Librarianship ( MED )
Social Work (MSW)
Advanced Standing Track
Traditional Entry Track
Sociology (MA)
Applied General
Special Education ( MED )
Advanced Studies in Special Education
Early Childhood Special Education
High Incidence
Low Incidence
Speech-Language Pathology (MS)
Sport Management (MS)
Sport Science & Coach
Education (MS)
Applied Sport Science
Strength and Conditioning
Studio Art (MFA)
Teacher Education (MAT)
Middle Grades Education 6-8
Secondary Education 6-12 and PreK-12
DOCTORAL DEGREE PROGRAMS
Audiology (AuD)
Biomedical Sciences (PhD)
Cardiovascular Sciences
Cellular, Molecular, and Chemical Biology
Immunology, Inflammation, and Infectious Diseases
Neuroscience
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Early Childhood Education (PhD)
Educational Leadership (EdD)
Administrative Endorsement
Higher Education Leadership
School Leadership
Educational Leadership (EdS)
Administration Endorsement
School System Leadership
Global Sport Leadership (EdD)
Nursing (DNP)
Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Family Nurse Practitioner
Nursing and Healthcare Leadership
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Nursing (DNP ETSU-TTU)
Adult/Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Family Nurse Practitioner
Nursing and Healthcare Leadership
Pediatric Nurse PractitionerPrimary Care
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Women’s Health Care Nurse Practitioner
Nursing (PhD)
Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Physical Therapy (DPT)
Psychology (MA/PhD)
Clinical Psychology
Experimental Psychology
Public Health (DrPH)
Community Health
Epidemiology
Health Management and Policy
Sport Physiology and Performance (PhD)
Sport Performance
Sport Physiology
DOCTORATE/MASTER’S
See MBA and MPH concentrations
MD/MBA**
MD/MPH Dual Degree**
PharmD/MBA**
PharmD/MPH**
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
*Appalachian Studies
*Archival Studies
*Athletic Administration
*Biostatistics
*Child Advocacy Studies Training
*Clinical Addiction Counseling Studies
*Community College Leadership
*Community Leadership
*Data Analytics
*Early Childhood Education — Emergent Inquiry
Educator Job Embedded
*English as a Second Language — PreK-12
*Epidemiology
*Esports Management
*Film Production
*Forensic Document Examination
*Geographic Information Systems
*Gerontology
*Global Health
*Health Care Genetics and Genomics
*Health Care Management
*Health Data Analytics
Healthcare Spanish
*Heritage Interpretation and Museum Studies
Higher Education Teaching
*History
Interprofessional Pediatric Feeding
*Nature-Based Therapy
*Nursing, Post-DNP Adult/ Gerontological Nurse Care Practitioner
*Nursing, Post-Graduate Family Nurse Practitioner
*Nursing, Post-Graduate Nursing Administration
*Nursing, Post-Graduate Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
One Health and Climate Studies
*Public Health
Qualitative Research Methods
Reading Specialist P-12
*Recovery Research
*Rural Public Health
*School Library Professional
*Special Education: Early Childhood Special Education
*Special Education: High Incidence Disabilities
*Special Education: Low Incidence Disabilities
*Sport Nutrition
*STEM K-12 Education
*Storytelling
*Student Affairs
*Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
(*) Some graduate certificates are Gainful Employment programs and eligible for federal student aid. For more information: etsu.edu/finaid/gainful-employment
Financial aid eligible certificates website: etsu.edu/financial-aid-and-scholarships/aid-eligible-certificates/
(**) Applicants must be enrolled in the professional program before applying to Graduate School. Visit: etsu.edu/gradschool/programs
For a full list of 100% online and mostly online graduate programs: etsu.edu/online
An Affordable Graduate Degree
In-state maintenance fees and out-of-state tuition are calculated on a per semester-hour basis. Rates are subject to change. All students must verify their residency by submitting the EVEA form.
View the current tuition and fees table at etsu.edu/bf/bursar/tuitioninfo/calendar.php.
PAYING FOR GRADUATE SCHOOL
ETSU offers many ways to help finance your degree.
Graduate Assistantships
Units across the university offer graduate assistantship opportunities. Graduate Assistants can either work in teaching, research, or administrative roles depending upon the position. Graduate Assistants receive tuition assistance and a monthly stipend for nine months.
Tuition Scholarships
Many programs offer Tuition Scholarships to new students. Tuition Scholarship recipients have a service obligation of 120 hours per semester to receive tuition assistance.
Financial Aid
Domestic graduate students are eligible to apply for federal financial aid. The first step in the process is completing the FAFSA. ETSU’s Financial Aid Office offers personal financial aid counselors to help you through the process. ETSU’s FAFSA Code is 003487.
Scholarships
ETSU also offers scholarships to in-state and out-of-state students. Some are determined by your geographic location, distance from the university, or county that you reside in. Many are renewable and may be as high as $17,000 per year.
Visit our scholarship page at etsu.edu/gradschool/funding/ scholarships.php to review these opportunities.
Employee Tuition Assistance
Some companies offer tuition assistance for employees who seek further training, including graduate degrees. Check with your Human Resources department to see if this may be an option for you.
For more information about these and other ways to fund your graduate degree, visit etsu.edu/grad-affordability.
Accomplish Your Goals on Your Schedule
Application Deadlines and Start Terms
Each graduate program has varying application deadlines that determine the semester you will begin your enrollment.
Visit etsu.edu/gradschool/programs and choose your program of interest to see details regarding concentrations, deadlines, requirements, and more.
General Admissions Requirements
• A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
• Undergraduate GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale (some programs have higher GPA requirements)
• Completed admissions application
• Non-refundable application fee of $55 (domestic students)
• One unofficial transcript from every college or university where you have taken courses
• GRE or GMAT test scores if required by your program of choice (Many ETSU graduate programs do not require a GRE or GMAT)
Many programs have higher GPA thresholds and test scores and often require additional application materials. For detailed information and requirements, visit etsu. edu/grad-app-requirements.
Committed to Your Success
ETSU strives to provide an environment and opportunities that support the success of graduate students like you.
