Master's of Arts (M.A.) in Educational Policy & Foundations
Program Description
This program is designed as a traditional masters program with an emphasis on leadership and research in public and private K-12 schools and in higher education, as well as in other educational organizations and agencies. It is designed for those who wish to combine the study of foundations in education with research in an area of interest.
Required Coursework
Foundations courses (9 credits)
Select from:
EDPL 6700 Organizational Theory and Administration in K-12 Schools
EDPL 6800 American Law and the Educational Organization
EDPL 6440 Foundations of Curriculum
EDPL 6450 Theories of Learning Applied to Instruction
EDUC 6340 Child and Adolescent Development
A graduate level course in human/life-span development
EDPS 6025Student Development in Higher Education
EDPL 6300 Classics in the Philosophy of Education
EDPL 6730 History of Education in the United
States
EDPL 6250 History of Higher Education in the United States
EDPL 6310 Contemporary Philosophies of Education
EDPL 6330 Sociological Foundations of Education
Research courses (6 credits)
Must be approved by student's adviser.
Electives (18 credits)
Chosen from an area of specialization
Students in the educational policy and foundations program also complete a capstone research project to fulfill the requirements of their program.
Admission
All applications for admission to the master's programs in educational policy and foundations must originate with the Graduate School. New students can enter the program any semester of each year or during the summer term. All applicants must have at least a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and some teaching experience.
Individuals interested in applying to the program should apply online at www.marquette.edu/grad/future/apply.shtml
SPECIAL NOTES: Apply as a Master of Arts (MA) student with a specialization in Educational Leadership (EDPF). Be sure to inform the individuals you choose for recommendations that filling out the online assessment is not enough. They must upload their letter online.
Materials to be submitted for application:
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Graduate School Application Form and application fee
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Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions except Marquette
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Test scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test
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Three (3) letters of recommendation from individuals who can address the applicant's academic and professional potential
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A statement of purpose
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Interview (optional but recommended)
Departmental faculty review applicant files on a rolling basis. Application deadlines are:
April 15 (for summer admission)
July 15 (for fall admission)November 15 (for spring admission)
Applicants should make sure that their files are complete by these dates. Applicant files are reviewed comprehensively, emphasizing all aspects of applicants' backgrounds. Academic transcripts, test scores, letters of recommendation, statements of purpose and professional background receive particular attention in the review process. If necessary, the department faculty may request an interview before making a final decision.
