Educational Psychology, MS - Online

Why study Educational Psychology online through OSU?

The master’s in Educational Psychology focuses on human learning, development and motivation. Graduates go on to work in schools or other educational settings as researchers, instructional designers, data analytics managers, adjunct professors or educational policy influencers. Many graduates also continue graduate coursework in distinguished doctoral programs across the country.

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Format

This 100-percent online program is delivered primarily through Canvas, OSU’s online learning platform. Students may choose to take one to three 16-week courses per semester and can complete their degree in approximately 24 months. Convenient course scheduling allows for maximum flexibility for working professionals.

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Curriculum

The program requires 36 hours of coursework, including:

Human Development in Psychology
Psychology of Learning
Research Design & Methodology
Elementary Statistical Methods in Education
Creativity for Teachers

Developing Resources to Support Educational Programs
Instructional Effectiveness in Higher Education
Thesis or creative component

Course information

Motivation in Classrooms Lab

Communication Technologies and Youth Development Lab

Admissions

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Applications deadlines:

March 15: Fall Priority/International
August 1: Fall Final
October 15: Spring Priority/International
December 1: Spring Final
January 15: Summer Priority/International
March 15: Summer Final

To apply for the program, complete the following:

Graduate College application
Transcripts from all previously attended institutions (A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 is required)
Current resume/vita
Three letters of recommendation
GRE or MAT or a sample of scholarly writing
Professional goal statement (approximately two pages, double-spaced)
TOEFL or IELTS scores (if required to establish English proficiency)

Note: The EPSY faculty reviews the applications holistically and occasionally considers provisional admission. Applicants whose scores do not meet the minimum requirements but are able to demonstrate their potential through other required application materials are encouraged to submit an application.

Cost

Oklahoma State University offers an affordable single rate for graduate students in online degree and certificate programs.

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