Archives: Programs

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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Bioinformatics

PLEASE NOTE: Admission to the Bioinformatics program is closed for Fall 2025, all new Fall 2025 applicants will be waitlisted and considered for Spring 2026 admission. The PSM in Bioinformatics is a program within the Graduate School of Biomedical Science and Engineering (GSBSE), a unique statewide education and research consortium dedicated to the training and […]

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Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics offers a program leading to the degree of Master of Arts in Mathematics. The typical student chooses to focus their advanced study in one of three broad areas: applied mathematics, pure mathematics, or statistics. At the time of admission, students will be assigned a preliminary advisor to assist them […]

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Aquaculture and Aquatic Resources

The program leading to the MS and PhD degrees in Aquaculture and Aquatic Resources is an interdisciplinary program with core faculty drawn from the School of Food and Agriculture, the School of Marine Sciences, School of Biology and Ecology, the School of Economics, and the College of Engineering. The graduate program in Aquaculture and Aquatic […]

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Microbiology

The Department of Molecular and Biomedical Sciences offers programs in graduate studies leading to a master’s or Ph.D. in Microbiology. The thesis program (MS) or non-thesis option (MPS) is designed for professionals who wish to upgrade their knowledge or skills. Prerequisites for admission include a bachelor’s degree in microbiology or other biological science with undergraduate […]

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Mechanical Engineering

The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers graduate programs leading to Master of Science and PhD degrees in Mechanical Engineering.  Each graduate student, in consultation with his or her graduate committee, prepares an individual program of study. Current areas of research include: Biomechanics and Biomedical EngineeringBiomimeticsComposite Materials and StructuresComputational MechanicsControls and Dynamic SystemsDesign OptimizationFluid MechanicsHeat TransferMarine Renewable […]

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Music Performance

The Music Division offers graduate studies leading to the Master of Music degree with majors in music education (including concentrations in advanced conducting) and performance. Individualized curriculum possibilities are designed to meet student interests and needs while offering a balanced program of academic and professional courses. For further information visit the Music Graduate Student Handbook.

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Nursing

The School of Nursing several program plans for graduate study (1) Master of Science in Nursing Leadership: Rural Health Family Nurse Practitioner, (2) Master of Science in Nursing Leadership: Nurse Educator, (3) Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS) in Rural Health Family Nurse Practitioner, and (4) a Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education. MS in Nursing Leadership: Rural Health […]

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Plant, Soil, and Environmental Science

The MS degree in Plant, Soil, and Environmental Science may be earned for a program of study comprising at least 30 hours of work including credit for graduate thesis work, which constitutes a major portion of the degree program.  Areas of emphasis for graduate work include nutrient dynamics in agricultural and forest ecosystems, soil chemistry […]

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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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