College of Education Graduate Programs
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At the Idaho State University College of Education we strive to meet students where they are at as they pursue their educational goals. We offer a wide array of in-demand, flexible, affordable, online graduate programs that accommodate all types of learners including working professionals who want to advance in their jobs as well as individuals who are looking to change careers.
Full-Time
59% Part-Time 41% The College of Education is a Global Community with students attending from 10 + Countries
Rated #1 among Idaho colleges and Universities by Brookings Institution for graduate earnings .
$150,000 in College of Education Student scholarships
In-State 88% In-State Graduate Student
100% online graduate programs
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13:1 Student to Teacher Ratio
Athletic Administration | M.A.
Deaf Education | M.S.
Education Administration, P-12 | M.Ed.
Education Administration, P-12 with Athletic Administration | M.Ed.
Educational Leadership | M.Ed.
Elementary Education | M.Ed.
Human Resource Development | M.S.
Instructional Design and Technology | M.Ed.
School Psychological Examiner | M.Ed.
Secondary Education | M.Ed.
Special Education | M.Ed.
Teaching | M.A.
Education Specialist Degrees
Education Administration, P-12 | Ed.S.
School Psychology | Ed.S.
Doctoral Degrees
Educational Leadership | Ed.D. (Three concentrations below)
Education Administration, P-12
Higher Education Administration
Instructional Design and Technology
Instructional Design | Ph.D.
Certificates and Endorsements
Idaho K-12 Principal Endorsement Graduate Certificate
Idaho Special Education Director Endorsement
Graduate Certificate
Interested in a graduate degree, but not sure where to start? The Director of Graduate Studies can provide you with more information regarding our programs and the application process!
Brooke Bolinger Director of Graduate Studiescoegrad@isu.edu
Ready to become a teacher and earn an advanced degree? The fully online Master of Arts in Teaching program will allow you to earn your graduate degree and Idaho teaching certification in as little as four semesters.
As Idaho’s only school psychology program, our curriculum uses a combination of practical knowledge and hands-on training that will prepare you for a rewarding career helping students, teachers, and educational leaders.
Do you aspire to work in higher education? If so, our higher education administration program will prepare you with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to be a leader in postsecondary education.
$96,000 median salary!
According to the government’s Occupational Outlook Handbook
Dr. Joel Bocanegra, Professor isu.edu/Spel isu.edu/spel“If you want to make a change in a critical time in a child’s life, then the school psychology program is for you.”
Join an exciting and growing profession developing athletic programs while preparing future athletes to lead, excel, and make a difference in their sport. The athletic administration program is designed to elevate your career in athletic leadership.
The 100% online human resource development program is designed for those interested in gaining valuable expertise in leadership-oriented careers in a wide variety of industries including education, healthcare, government, and more.
Near 100% job placement
upon successful program completion
“We help students apply the skills they are learning in the classroom and put that to use in a practical setting.”
Dr. Caroline Faure, Professor
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As an instructional designer you will build effective educational systems that are accessible to all learners and support student achievement. Come learn from leaders in the field and get the chance to be active in international professional organizations.
“If you want to be part of a fast growing field with faculty who care about you, you should consider this program.”
Dr. JohnBe a part of Idaho’s only Deaf education program which will provide you with practical knowledge, research-based pedagogy, and leadership skills to become change agents in schools.
“If you are the kind of person who is passionate, open minded, and goal-oriented, then this is the program for you.”
isu.edu/olp isu.edu/tes Jill Radford, Clinical InstructorCurry, Professor
BOSS ISU scholarships are available in the Bengal Online Scholarship System (BOSS). In order to apply for scholarships on BOSS, you must be fully admitted to ISU and enrolled as an active degree-seeking student.
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to find out if you qualify. Your FAFSA may also help you qualify for scholarships awarded on the basis of demonstrated financial need. isu.edu/tuition
*All College of Education graduate programs are part of ISU’s E-ISU Online Course Listings. As part of the E-ISU initiative, admitted students from outside of Idaho are eligible for a special in-state rate of tuition for these fully online programs. Once students are admitted, more information is directly provided to them by the Office of Financial Aid. International students who are not currently utilizing the F1 visa are eligible for this rate.
*This offer may change in future years depending upon availability
Learn how you can qualify for the Graduate Non-Resident Tuition Waiver (NRTW):
1. Academic Based NRTW Criteria:
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Must not be in an oversubscribed program at ISU
- Must be a full-time, non-resident graduate student
2. Western Regional Graduate Program (WRGP):
Eligible states/regions include: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Guam, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, and the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands.
3. Need-Based NRTW:
You may be eligible to receive the NRTW based on demonstrated financial need. You must complete the FAFSA to qualify for a needbased NRTW.
4. Graduate Assistantships:
Non-resident students receiving Graduate Assistantships will automatically receive a Graduate NRTW as part of their assistantship.
Experience life as a Bengal and take advantage of all that Idaho State University has to offer. Whether it is the opportunity to conduct research with faculty members who are experts in their fields or the chance to participate in applied learning experiences, there are plenty of ways to get engaged!
Carnegie classified ranking with graduate research opportunities
Career center, Public Safety, Counseling, Health Center, and more
get involved with events like the Three Minute thesis and graduate research symposium
Publish or present research regionally, nationally, or internationally