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GRADUATE EDUCATION
FREE TEXTBOOKS FOR ALL STUDENTS!
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EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY
Build on your professional expertise with an advanced education that can help position you for the next step in your career. At Eastern Kentucky University, we are here to help you achieve your career goals with graduate and professional education.
Designed for working professionals, EKU graduate programs are flexible and allow you to maintain your personal and professional responsibilities.
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• Degree and certificate programs for many career fields
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A SMART INVESTMENT
Investing in your college education is an investment for your future. EKU is dedicated to helping you make your academic goals more affordable.
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• No application fee
• Scholarships
• Competitive tuition
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A SOUND CHOICE
EKU is a nationally recognized leader in online and graduate education, and you can be confident in your choice to further your education with us.
• Professors are experts in their fields and are passionate about your success
• A network of high-achieving alumni
• Increased salary and promotion potential
• Regionally accredited by SACSCOC *
• National and international program accreditation
Even though my EKU graduate program is challenging, I have made countless new friends, obtained many mentors who care about my success, and gained unique experiences which will prepare me when entering the field after graduation.
- BRYAN WALKER, MSNFROM
A GRADUATE DEGREE
EKU IS A GAME CHANGER!
Kentucky University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, educational specialist, and doctorate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Eastern Kentucky University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
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Flexible and accelerated course delivery
Online and hybrid learning options
Summer and winter course enrollment opportunities
Free textbooks
Graduate assistantships A PERFECT FIT
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AT A GLANCE
EKU IS THE RIGHT CHOICE
EKU is rooted in a century-old tradition of excellence. As an institution of higher education, exceptional teaching is our top priority, and faculty and staff are dedicated to our students’ success. Faculty are regularly recognized for their expertise and courses are award-winning.
THE SCHOOL OF OPPORTUNITY
We take pride in welcoming adult learners into our family. We are excited to provide high-quality, accessible education delivered on campus and online. When weighing options for advanced education, you can be confident that EKU is dedicated to your success. To learn more about the benefits you can enjoy, scan the code below to for a special message from Graduate School Dean, Dr. Ryan Baggett.
DOCTORAL DEGREE PROGRAMS 4
WHO WE ARE
Founded: 1874
Public, Regional University
MASTER’S 34 DEGREE PROGRAMS
GRADUATE 50
Located in the heart of Richmond, Kentucky, EKU continues to build upon its nearly 150-year history as an institution of higher education. Our graduate students contribute to the success and vitality of their communities, the Commonwealth, and across the globe, through online and on-campus learning. We currently offer nearly 90 programs, including doctorate, master’s, certificates, and teacher ranks and endorsements.
CERTIFICATES, ENDORSEMENTS, & RANKS
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INVESTING IN THE FUTURE
Your investment in an affordable graduate degree from EKU can increase your earning and advancement potential. EKU strives to be the school of opportunity by providing an array of financial support options to help you reach your goals.
FREE TEXTBOOKS
Beginning fall 2023, the BookSmart program will be expanded to all online and on-campus degree seeking students. EKU will become the first public university to offer free books to all degree-seeking students.
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CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS
EKU has partnered with a number of organizations throughout the nation to provide a discounted tuition rate for their employees.
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GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIPS
Full-time and part-time employment opportunities are available which provide graduate students with a stipend and reduced tuition costs.
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SCHOLARSHIPS
Nearly fifty graduate scholarships are available and waiting to be awarded.
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TUITION AND FEES
EKU offers competitive tuition rates compared to other public, private, and for-profit institutions. Additionally, some programs offer tuition discounts to professionals in dedicated fields.
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STUDENT SUCCESS RESOURCES
EKU strives to provide students with unparalleled staff and faculty access. Get help with tutoring, career services, EKU libraries, student counseling services, and MORE!
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CAREER OUTLOOK
EKU’s reputation for success and dedication to providing you with a clear return on investment, makes it a perfect fit for driven, goal-oriented professionals.
Average Weekly Earnings ($)
Median Wages of EKU's Top Graduate Programs
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, https://www.bls.gov/ooh/ (visited June 5, 2023).
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EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY: GRADUATE EDUCATION 5 Doctoral Degree Professional Degree Master’s Degree Bachelor’s Degree Associate Degree Some College, No Degree High School Diploma No High School Diploma $1,909 $1,924 $1,574 $1,334 $963 $899 $809 $626 All Workers: $1,057
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MASTER’S & DOCTORATE GRADUATE PROGRAMS
EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY
Eastern Kentucky University has a wealth of options to advance your career. Choose from 50 different graduate certificates, endorsements, and ranks. Plus 34 Master’s degree programs and Doctoral programs.
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COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND APPLIED HUMAN SCIENCES
• Communication Disorders (MA) •
• Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MA) • ◆
• Education Administration and Supervision (EDS) •
• Educational Leadership and Policy Studies - Doctoral (Ed.D.) •
• Elementary Education (MAED) •
• Literacy P-12 (MAED) •
• Middle Grades Education (MAED) •
• Secondary Education (MAED) • ◆
• School Counseling (MAED) • ◆
• School Leadership (MAED) • • ◆
• School Librarian (MAED) •
• Special Education (MAED) •
• Teacher Education (MAT) •
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
• Business Administration (MBA) • •
COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
• Exercise and Sport Science (MS) •
• Nursing (MSN) •
• Nursing Practice - Doctoral (DNP) •
• Occupational TherapyProfessional-Doctoral (OTD) •
• Occupational TherapyPost Professional-Doctoral (OTD) •
• Public Health - Environmental/Occupational Health and Sustainability (MPH) •
• Public Health - Health Promotion (MPH) • •
• Recreation and Park Administration (MS) •
COLLEGE OF JUSTICE, SAFETY, AND MILITARY SCIENCES
• Criminology and Criminal Justice (MS) •
• Criminal Justice Policy and Leadership (MS) •
• Safety, Security, and Emergency Management (MS) • •
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COLLEGE OF LETTERS, ARTS, AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
• History (MA) •
• Instructional Design and Learning Technology (MS) •
• Music (MM) •
• General Psychology - Applied Behavior Analysis (MS) •
• General Psychology - Experimental (MS) •
• Clinical Psychology - Doctoral (Psy.D.) •
• Industrial/Organizational Psychology (MS) •
• Public Administration (MPA) •
• Creative Writing (MFA) • ◆
• English and Writing Professions (MA) •
• Social Work (MSW) • COLLEGE OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, AND MATHEMATICS
• Biology (MS) •
• Computer Science (MS) • •
• Applied Mathematics (MA) •
• Technology Management (MS) •
Certificates
• Addictions Intervention •
• Applied Behavior Analysis •
• Applied Policy •
• Artificial Intelligence in Data Science •
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Functions of Business •
• Child and Family Services
• Community Development •
• Construction Management •
• Construction Safety •
• Cyber Security Management •
• Cyber Security and Digital Forensics • •
• Emergency Management and Disaster Resilience •
• Environmental Education •
• Game Design • •
• Healthcare Safety •
• Industrial Hygiene •
• Leadership and Management •
• Mental Health •
• Non-Profit Management •
• Nurse Practitioner - FNP (Post-MSN) •
• Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric Mental Health (Post-MSN) •
• Occupational Safety • •
• Online Learning Design •
• Safety Leadership •
• Social Advocacy and Justice •
• Supply Chain Safety and Security •
• User Experience Design • Education Certificates
• Deaf and Hard of Hearing •
• Director of Pupil Personnel Services • •
• Elementary School Education •
• Instructional Leadership School Principal • •
• Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education •
• Learning and Behavioral Disorders •
• Library Science •
• Middle Grades Education •
• Moderate and Severe Disabilities •
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• Supervisor of Instruction • • Education Endorsements and Ranks
• Elementary to Secondary School Counseling • ◆
• Gifted Ed (P-12) •
• Literacy Specialist (P-12) •
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• Teacher Leader •
• Teaching English as a Second Language (P-12) •
• Rank 1 in Educational Leadership • •
• Rank 1 in Ele, Mid, Sec, P-12 • • ◆
• Rank 1 in School Counseling • ◆
• Rank 1 in School Librarian •
• Rank 1 in Special Education •
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WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY ABOUT US OUR ACCOLADES
• Ranked among the Best Regional Universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report for 12 consecutive years
• Recognized among 250 of the Best Graduate Schools for 2022 by Abound.
• Ranked #1 Nurse Practitioner Program by NursePractionerOnline.com
• Top 10 Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs for Veterans, U.S. News & World Report 2023
• Ranked #14 Best Online Master of Arts in Teaching by OnlineMastersDegrees.org (OMD)
• Ranked #37 in Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs, U.S. News & World Report 2023
• U.S. News & World Report 2022 rankings placed EKU graduate programs #29 in Occupational Therapy
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