Social Sciences

High Leverage Practices to Promote Inclusion

The High Leverage Practices to Promote Inclusion graduate certificate responds to this critical and growing need for teachers to have appropriate support for serving all students in their classrooms, including students with disabilities, at-risk students, and typical learners. Those who enroll in certificate program learn the practical tools to implement instructional changes that promote diversity […]

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Gerontology (Interprofessional)

Graduates of the Gerontology certificate program will be prepared to function as members of interprofessional teams to effectively address the health and human service needs of an increasingly diverse aging population. The following courses are required (9 credits) and can be taken non-sequentially: Students can also begin by taking any of the above courses as […]

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Financial Economics

PLEASE NOTE: The School of Economics is no longer accepting applications for the 2025-2026 academic year; consider applying for the 2026-2027 academic year. The Master of Science in Financial Economics degree prepares graduates for employment in the financial services sector in positions requiring advanced quantitative and analytical skills and in-depth familiarity with the structure and […]

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Interdisciplinary Disability Studies

The graduate certificate in Interdisciplinary Disability Studies provides a valuable credential for those currently working in direct services (i.e., rehabilitation, nursing, social work or education); the creation of accessible environments and products (web designer, landscape architect, or engineer); or those interested in or involved with disability and human rights policy. The certificate program is a […]

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Autism Spectrum Disorders

Graduates are prepared to assume leadership roles in the development and implementation of educational programs for students with ASD.  Graduates work with parents, teachers, direct care staff and others who provide support for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Graduates may also find careers in: Certificate program objectives: NOTE: If you are an international student who […]

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Master of Science in Teaching

The Master of Science in Teaching (MST) is offered by the University’s Center for Research in STEM Education. The MST is a 33-credit Master’s program requiring specific coursework, a research thesis, and guided teaching experiences in introductory science and mathematics courses on campus. Concentrations currently available:  The Master of Science in Teaching program is designed for: This program […]

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Psychology (Clinical)

The doctoral training program in clinical psychology prepares students for the doctorate (Ph.D.) in psychology and for careers combining research and clinical practice. The program is fully accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA) and adheres to the “scientist-practitioner” model of training. At present, cognitive-behavior therapy, behavior therapy, and related approaches are well represented among the interests of core […]

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Global Policy

PLEASE NOTE: Global Policy will not be accepting applications for Spring 2024. The Master of Arts in Global Policy program provides students with the analytical tools and professional skills necessary to deal with some of the most pressing global challenges. The School of Policy and International Affairs (SPIA) offers an interdisciplinary curriculum, consisting of a […]

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Psychology

NOTE: The Psychology MA program is not currently accepting students. Both MA and PhD degrees in Psychology are offered and prepares students for careers in college teaching and research. Students work closely with a research advisor and begin research involvement in the first year.  Research labs focus on the following specialty areas: Students develop research skills […]

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Quaternary and Climate Studies

The University of Maine Climate Change Institute offers a MS degree in Quaternary and Climate Studies which is a thesis-based program that requires at least 30 credit hours, which will consist of at least 24 hours of coursework and at least 6 hours of thesis work. Thesis work may not exceed 15 hours. All students in the […]

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