Master's in Psychology - Educational Psychology

Emporia State University offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various fields, including business, education, health sciences, and the arts. The university is particularly recognized for its teacher education programs and its role in preparing educators for the region and beyond. With a dedicated faculty and a focus on experiential learning, Emporia State provides students with opportunities for internships, research, and community service, ensuring they graduate with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their careers and make a positive impact in their communities. Through its dedication to academic rigor, community involvement, and a commitment to student success, Emporia State University prepares graduates to be active, informed citizens and leaders in their chosen fields.

Discover how people learn in the MS Psychology concentration in educational psychology. In this program, you will engage with theories of learning, explore how to create motivating environments, and uncover all the different ways that we can enhance the learning process – no matter what the students are learning. In this program, you will complete coursework in psychology, including motivation and cognitive psychology. Customize your experience by choosing elective coursework in subject-specific courses such as reading and math, sociology, coaching and more! We emphasize action research, and you will complete a project that examines how you can improve your practices through what you have learned.