Graduate Viewbook 2019

CHANGING LIVES

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OUR HISTORY 155 years of excellence equals proven results with 66,000 alumni in all 50 states and 104 countries.

At Emporia State you get it all — academic quality, excellent student experience and results that make your resume stand out from the crowd. Academic excellence is the norm with hands-on, real-world experience where students are the priority. Our education is incredibly affordable and without compromise. Our small size affords you individual attention through engaging, challenging courses with limitless opportunities.

WHY GRAD SCHOOL AT EMPORIA STATE? WHY IS GRADUATE SCHOOL A SMART INVESTMENT? The benefits of a graduate degree differs from one industry to the next, but one thing holds true: graduate degrees not only increase the odds of employability, but they also often lead to a higher salary. Combine that with a greater fervor for your work, and it’s an investment that will result in a higher quality of life for years to come.

WHY IS EMPORIA STATE MY BEST OPTION FOR GRADUATE SCHOOL? At Emporia State University, nearly 40% of our total student enrollment are graduate students a proportion uncommon to most regional institutions.

We’ve focused our efforts on what that 40% really care about – quality, convenience and affordability.

Through personalized attention from faculty, our graduate programs provide you with the mentorship of a small institution with the opportunities and network of a large one. We offer the campus culture or the online convenience - you choose. At Emporia State University, you’ll find a customizable graduate degree that will equip you to be a part of the new workforce.

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COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS & SCIENCES Where learning comes to life The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences is home to a variety of Emporia State University’s unique and innovative graduate programs. Here, you will find the only Master of Science in Forensic Science in Kansas, a newly-developed Informatics program that prepares students for careers in data analytics, and an M.S. in Mathematics that can be completed entirely online, making it one of only a few in the nation.

Commitment to advancement across these programs has led to high-tech learning environments for students both near and far.

HUMANITIES PROGRAMS

–– English Certificate –– History Certificate –– International Student Music Performance Certificate –– Master of Arts in English –– Master of Arts in History –– Master of Music –– Music Performance Certificate –– Public History Certificate

SCIENCE PROGRAMS

–– Geospatial Analysis Certificate –– Master of Science in Biology –– Master of Science in Forensic Science –– Master of Science in Informatics –– Master of Science in Mathematics –– Master of Science in Nursing† –– Master of Science in Physical Sciences –– Mathematics Certificate 2

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Projected to be offered in Summer 2020

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SCHOOL OF BUSINESSs lim tless The possibilitie are i In an era of technology and data-driven business, the School of Business at Emporia State is paving the way toward successful business leadership. The School of Business is AACSB accredited, a mark of excellence held by less than 5% of business schools worldwide.

Our programs have changed to fit our students, leading to accelerated online options that fit your location and your schedule.

PROGRAMS

–– Master of Accountancy –– Master of Business Administration –– Master of Science in Information Technology

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SCHOOL OF LIBRARY & INFORMATION MANAGEMENT Where service & tech unite The School of Library and Information Management at Emporia State University was the first of its kind to open west of the Mississippi. It has since expanded to offer hybrid coursework at eight locations across the U.S.* Offering two ALA-accredited degree programs and several certificate options, the School of Library and Information Management strives to prepare innovative problem solvers for careers in information agencies.

PROGRAMS

–– Master of Library Science –– Ph.D. in Library and Information Management –– Archives Studies Certificate –– Informatics Certificate –– Information, Technology, and Scientific Literacy Certificate –– Leadership and Administration in Information Organizations Certificate –– Youth Services Certificate

*Denver, CO; Las Vegas, NV; Boise, ID; Salt Lake City, UT; Portland, OR; Sioux Falls, SD; Overland Park, KS; and our main campus in Emporia, KS. 6

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THE TEACHERS COLLEGEy changing lives E xponentiall Emporia State University was founded as a the first normal school (school for teachers) in Kansas in 1863.

Our foundation in education has held strong while other disciplines have taken root across campus, and ESU has maintained a reputation of quality, rigor, and affordability along the way.

EDUCATION PROGRAMS

–– Master of Science in Athletic Training –– Master of Science in Curriculum & Instruction –– Master of Science in Early Childhood Unified –– Master of Science in Educational Administration –– Master of Science in Elementary Education –– Master of Science in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation –– Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology –– Master of Science, Instructional Specialist –– Master of Education in Teaching –– Master of Science in School Psychology –– Master of Science in Special Education –– Education Specialist, School Psychology –– Master of Arts in Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) –– eLearning and Online Teaching Certificate –– Elementary Literacy Certificate –– Elementary STEM Certificate –– Secondary Literacy Certificate –– Teaching with Technology Certificate –– TESOL Certificate

HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAMS

–– Autistic Spectrums Disorders Certificate –– Master of Science Art Therapy Counseling –– Master of Science in Clinical Counseling –– Master of Science in Clinical Psychology –– Master of Science in School Counseling –– Psychology of Learning Certificate

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WE CAN BRIDGE THE DISTANCE

Emporia State University has served graduate students in every state. Through the implementation of technologies in the classroom, our graduate faculty members are able to be more connected with our students than ever before. Incorporating livestreaming, custom mobile apps, light board, and augmented realities, our distance students will feel like they’re a part of our campus community from their location and on their schedule.

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A CAMPUS THAT FEELS LIKE HOME

The only thing small about Emporia State University’s campus is the size. Our programs, faculty, classroom technology and high-impact experiences have a huge impact on our students’ future. Here you’ll have all the opportunities of larger universities, where graduate students have the opportunity to work side-by-side with professors on research and publications.

Our campus also is situated near the beautiful Flint Hills of Kansas, where you’ll find sweeping hills and green pastures. On the doorstep of our campus are shops, restaurants and nightlife. The Emporia Arts Council, Granada Theatre and the Lyon County History Museum are just steps from campus. Less than three miles from campus is the David Traylor Zoo, which offers free admission year-long.

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GRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS PROGRAM

CONCENTRATION OPTIONS

Archives Studies Certificate Accountancy* Art Therapy Counseling Athletic Training Autistic Spectrum Disorders Certificate

Biology

Business Administration*

Clinical Counseling

Botany Ecology and Biodiversity General Biology Microbial and Cellular Biology Zoology Accounting Information Systems Marketing Clinical Addictions Counseling Clinical Mental Health Counseling Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling

Clinical Psychology Curriculum & Instruction* Early Childhood Unified Educational Administration* eLearning and Online Teaching Certificate Elementary Education Elementary Literacy Certificate Elementary STEM Certificate English English Certificate Forensic Science Geospatial Analysis Certificate Health, Physical Education, and Recreation History History Certificate Informatics

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Curriculum Leadership Pre-K-12 Effective Practitioner Pre-K-12 National Board Certification Pre-K-12 Instructional Coach/Teacher Pre-K-12

Biology Chemistry

Social Sciences Geoinformatics Quantitative Economics

CREDIT HOURS

DEGREE/CERTIFICATE

LOCATION

18 30 60 47 12

Certificate MACC MS MS Certificate

Online Online On Campus On Campus Online

30-35

MS

On Campus

33

MBA

60

MS

On Campus

60

MS

On Campus

33

MS

Online

36 33 12 33 12 12 33-34 18

MS MS Certificate MS Certificate Certificate MA Certificate

40

MS

16 32-33 36 18

Certificate MS MA Certificate

Online or On Campus Online Online Online

36

MS

Online or On Campus

Online or On Campus

Online Online Online or On Campus Online Online Online or On Campus Online On Campus

PROGRAM

CONCENTRATION OPTIONS

Informatics Certificate Information Technology Information, Technology, & Scientific Literacy Certificate Instructional Design and Technology* Instructional Specialist

TESOL Elementary Content Elementary STEM Reading Specialist Pre-K-12

International Student Music Performance Certificate Leadership & Administration in Information Organizations Library and Information Management

Library Science

Instructional Design and Technology Information Systems Informatics Leadership and Administration Youth Services Archives Studies Informatics

Mathematics Mathematics Certificate Music Education Performance Healthcare Management Nursing Education Healthcare Mgmt & Nursing Ed. Chemistry Earth Science Physics Physical Science

Music Nursing*†

Physical Sciences

Teaching Teaching with Technology Certificate TESOL TESOL Certificate Youth Services Certificate *Accelerated Online Program

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DEGREE/CERTIFICATE

18 36 12 33

Certificate MS Certificate MS

Online On Campus Online Online or On Campus

35

MS

Online or at Olathe site

12 18

Certificate Certificate

56

Ph.D.

Hybrid at Overland Park site only

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MLS

Hybrid at distance site (see pg. 6 for list of sites)

32-34 18

MS Certificate

32

MM

32

MS

30-32

MS

18 15 48-49 30-35 12

Certificate Certificate MS MS or EdS Certificate

High Incidence Gifted, Talented, and Creative

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MS

IDT

36 12 36 15 18

MED Certificate MA Certificate Certificate

Psychology of Learning Certificate Public History Certificate School Counseling School Psychology Secondary Literacy Certificate Special Education

CREDIT HOURS

LOCATION

On Campus Online

Online or On Campus Online Online or On Campus On Campus Online On Campus Online On Campus On Campus Online On Campus On Campus On Campus Online Online Online Online or On Campus Online or On Campus Online Online

Projected to be offered in Summer 2020

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FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE CORKY PLUS TUITION Students from these Missouri counties qualify for Corky Plus tuition (same as resident tuition) at Emporia State University: Andrew, Bates, Buchanan, Caldwell, Cass, Clay, Clinton, Dekalb, Jackson, Johnson, Lafayette, Livingston, Platte, and Ray

ND

Students from these Oklahoma counties qualify for Corky Plus tuition: Canadian, Cleveland, Cherokee, Creek, Garfield, Grady, Grant, Kingfisher, Kay, Lincoln, Logan, McClain, Muskogee, Noble, Nowata, Oklahoma, Okfuskee, Okmulgee, Osage, Pawnee, Payne, Pottawatomie, Rogers, Tulsa, Wagoner, and Washington MSEP OR NEARR TUITION Students who qualify for MSEP rates or NEARR tuition rates are eligible for 150% of Kansas Resident Tuition.

MN

CO

KS

Missouri Texas Colorado

TX

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Oklahoma Nebraska

MO OK

Nebraska North Dakota Ohio Wisconsin

NEARR

MI

NE

MIDWEST STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM (MSEP) Illinois Indiana Michigan Missouri Minnesota

WI

IL

IN

OH

GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIPS Graduate assistants receive a tuition waiver and a stipend during their university employment. They are also eligible for health insurance that is partially covered by ESU. Learn more at emporia.edu/assistantships FOR VETERANS Emporia State offers several types of VA education and training benefits, in

SCHOLARSHIPS A variety of scholarships are available for graduate students. In addition to those available through the graduate school, students are encouraged to ask their academic department about funding opportunities.

Learn more at emporia.edu/gradscholarships Scholarship Name

Total Amount

Biology Scholarship

$500

–– Chapter 30–Montgomery G.I. Bill (Active Duty) –– Chapter 31–Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VRE) –– Chapter 32–Veterans Educational Assistance Program –– Chapter 33–Post 9/11 –– Yellow Ribbon Program –– Chapter 35–Survivors & Dependents Assistance –– Chapter 1606–Montgomery G.I. Bill (Selected Reserve) –– Chapter 1607–Reserve Educational Assistance Program (REAP)

Boylan Scholar Award

$2,125

Boylan Thesis Award

$250

GTA Excellence in Teaching

$500

Harold Durst Research Award

Up to $1,000

McNair Scholarship

$5,000

New Graduate Student Scholarship*

$500

Newbold Scholar Award

Up to $300

MCNAIR SCHOLARS Application fee is waived for all McNair Scholars.

Scholarships are also available for McNair Scholars.

Robert Grover Graduate Scholarship

$400

Scholar’s Circle Award

Up to $250

Thesis and Dissertation Support Award

$500

TUITION AND FEES See all tuition and fees at emporia.edu/tuition

*also available to distance education students

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APPLY FOR ADMISSION SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION The application is available online via emporia.edu/gradapp. Select the “Apply Now” link under the Admissions heading. Then select “Apply Now” under the online application heading to electronically submit.

PAY YOUR APPLICATION FEE The application fee can be paid upon completion of your online application utilizing Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover.

SUBMIT YOUR OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS Degree and Certificate Seeking Students Transcripts are considered official when they arrive in the Graduate Office in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution or are received through a secure electronic transcript service.

COMPLETE DEPARTMENTAL REQUIREMENTS Degree and Certificate Seeking Students Most degree-seeking programs have additional admissions requirements.

Please check with your major department for additional requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

–– A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.

–– Adequate preparation in the proposed area of specialization (to be determined by the department of specialization).

–– A grade point average of not less than 2.5 in the last 60 semester hours of study or an overall grade point average of no less than 3.0 for a completed master’s degree.

GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIPS

Information and application can be found at emporia.edu/grad by selecting the “Graduate Assistants” link on the top of the page or under the Scholarship Opportunities section. Select, “Graduate Assistant Application” to apply.

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