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Welcome to Eastern Washington University Graduate Studies. Eastern offers affordable graduate programs from the health sciences to education and from creative writing to business administration.
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Graduate Programs
Applied Psychology: Mental Health Counseling
Designed for students wishing preparation as counselors or therapists in settings such as: mental health centers, hospitals, residential treatment centers, employment services and vocational rehabilitation services.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services website.
Applied Psychology: School Counseling
Designed for students wishing preparation as counselors in school settings, primarily public schools.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services website.
Biology
The Master of Science in Biology Program provides a demanding and rewarding experience in biology, leading to competent scholarship and research capability. The department emphasizes research as a basic component of graduate study. A variety of research specialties are available within the department, including aquatic and riparian ecology, limnology, fisheries biology, embryology, physiology, exercise physiology, wildlife biology, mycology, plant ecology, microbiology, and immunology, among others.
Graduates of the Biology Pogram either continue in PhD programs, or are employed in various biological fields with federal, state, tribal and local agencies, environmental consulting firms, private conservation organizations, public and private schools or private industry.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services website.
Business Administration
The Master of Business Administration is an advanced professional degree in business administration emphasizing quantitative and qualitative skills necessary for leadership in today's organizational environments.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Communication Disorders
The Master of Science degree is designed to equip the student with the academic and clinical skills required to function as a competent professional speech-language pathologist.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Communications
Addresses the need for trained communication professionals, including public relations practitioners, advertising writers, educators, graphic designers, consultants, print and electronic journalists -- anyone who must know how to create and manage messages in various contexts of today's dynamic world.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Computer Science
Provides a balance between practical, up-to-date applications-oriented content, and a strong theoretical framework for continued learning.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Creative Writing
The graduate program at the Inland Northwest Center for Writers offers full curricula in fiction, literary non-fiction and poetry.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Dental Hygiene
Prepares graduates to meet the current and future health care demands of today's challenging health care system, through the teaching of scientific advancements in dental care and advanced clinical skills
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Education: Adult Education
This program is developed to provide an advanced educational opportunity for those persons seeking to work with adults in educational settings.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services website.
Education: Curriculum and Instruction - Curriculum Development
This program of study is designed for certified teachers who wish to exercise leadership in school curriculum planning and development with an emphasis on curriculum development.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services website.
Education: Curriculum and Instruction - Early Childhood Education
This program of study is designed for certified teachers who wish to exercise leadership in school curriculum planning and development, with an emphasis on early childhood education.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Education: Curriculum & Instruction - Elementary Teaching
This program of study is designed for certified teachers who wish to exercise leadership in school curriculum planning and development with an emphasis on early childhood education.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Education: Instructional Media and Technology
This program is designed for current or future K-12 educators, instructional media specialists and instructional trainers. The program focuses on providing learners with an understanding of contemporary learning theory as it relates to the design, development and implementation of learner-centered instructional environments. Learners will gain expertise in the design, development and implementation of technology-mediated instructional environments.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Education: Literacy
Explores philosophies and processes for teaching literacy, and ways to use writing to support the reading process in the K-12 educational setting.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Master in Teaching (MIT)
Do you want to become an elementary or secondary teacher? Do you already have a bachelor's degree? Consider our MIT program! Get your teacher certification AND a masters degree in Master in Teaching.
Eastern Washington University's Master In Teaching (MIT) is a non-traditional graduate degree program designed for individuals planning a career change into the field of teaching, who hold a bachelor’s degree in an area other than education, did not previously take teaching certification coursework and are interested in receiving both an MEd degree and a residency teaching certificate for teaching in the elementary grades. The program offers students the opportunity to acquire a Washington State Residency Teacher Certification and a Master’s Degree in education.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
English: Literature
Emphasizes critical study in English and American Literature as preparation for advanced study in a PhD program, or for careers that rely on research, critical analysis, careful reading and clear written communication.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
English: Rhetoric and Technical Communication
This program provides students with theoretical and applied knowledge in professional and technical communication. It explores the complex interrelationships between rhetoric and technical writing in their social, technological and cultural contexts.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
English: Teaching English as a Second Language
Prepares pre-service and in-service teachers of speakers of English as a second language (ESL), or a foreign language (EFL), to teach second language literacy, culture, and communication skills.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
French Education
The Master of Education in French allows students to specialize in French only. Individual programs are planned with an appropriate advisor from the Modern Languages Department. This specialization is offered principally for secondary foreign language teachers.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
History
The MA program in History is designed to prepare students for pursuits requiring a historical background. Students who are interested in teaching careers, in preparation for doctoral programs and in participation in professional internships such as library, museum, or archival work can design a program to suit their needs.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Interdisciplinary
Interdisciplinary programs, using existing offerings from qualified departments, may be arranged with the approval of the vice-provost for Graduate Education and Research and a committee representing the fields of study involved.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Mathematics: Teaching K-9 Mathematics
The master's program in teaching K-9 mathematics is designed to promote professional and scholarly growth in the understanding of mathematics teaching and learning from theoretical, research and practical orientations. This program is designed for certified teachers who desire an opportunity to advance their understanding of the teaching and learning of mathematics. It is also intended for practicing teachers who wish to exercise leadership in school mathematics curriculum planning and teacher development.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Music: Composition Emphasis
Students will engage in graduate-level research, analysis and performance practice. Program will focus on advanced compositional techniques, theory application and current compositional practices. A final recital of students' compositions will be required.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Music: General Emphasis
Students will analyze, interpret and compose at the graduate level, and demonstrate the technical and aesthetic value of music. Emphasis on General (Non-Specific).
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Music: Jazz Pedagogy Emphasis
The graduate emphasis in jazz pedagogy offers students advanced studies in jazz improvisation, jazz history, jazz arranging, instrument pedagogy and ensemble directing and conducting. This program is designed for students with the goal of becoming a music educator at either the secondary or collegiate level.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Music: Music Education Emphasis
Students will engage in graduate-level research, analysis and performance practice. Primary focus will be on advanced pedagogical principles and practice in current music education.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Music: Performance Emphasis
Students will engage in graduate-level research, analysis and performance practice. They will demonstrate advanced performance techniques and interpretation through public recitals, culminating in a final formal concert, including a detailed research paper focusing on the performance repertoire.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Occupational Therapy
Prepares entry-level graduates to provide occupational therapy services with distinctiveness and compassion in a variety of professional practice environments.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Physical Education: Exercise Science Emphasis
Allows the prospective graduate to become a leader in the areas of corporate fitness, cardiac rehabilitation, and public fitness.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Physical Education: Sports and Recreation Administration Emphasis
Tailored to meet the needs of individuals who may be interested in administrative aspects of physical education and recreation, or coaching.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Physical Therapy
The curriculum is designed to prepare leaders for the profession of physical therapy, whose focus of practice is to diagnose and manage movement dysfunction, and enhance the physical and functional abilities of the clients they serve.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Psychology: Clinical Emphasis
Designed for students who are interested in becoming a master's-level mental health provider in private practice, mental health centers, hospitals, or social service agencies, or pursing pre-doctoral studies preparing for application to doctoral programs in clinical or counseling psychology.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Psychology: General/Experimental Emphasis
Designed to prepare students for research or teaching in psychology. Methodology and both basic and applied research are emphasized. Students are prepared to enter doctoral programs or to seek employment in appropriate master's-level positions.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Public Administration
Prepares people for leadership roles in their organizations and communities.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
School Psychology - EDS
Prepares students for practice as a school psychologist. Specific areas of training include: student and program evaluation; development of academic and social behavioral intervention plans; and research.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Social Work
Prepares students to engage in processes aimed at empowering individuals to improve their life situation and to modify the organizational, community, and societal conditions that prevent oppressed populations from obtaining a basic quality of life.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
Urban and Regional Planning
Designed to prepare professionals who can develop and administer planning policies for the economic vitality, resource efficiency, and environmental quality of communities and regions.
For faster processing of your application, we encourage online submission. You may apply online for graduate admission through EagleNET, Eastern Washington University's student services web site.
