Graduate Programs

Department of Curriculum & Instruction

The PhD prepares university-based leaders to conduct research, prepare teachers, and educate other professionals within the field of education. The program is residential, 71 semester hours, and requires successful completion and defense of a dissertation.

Department of Educational Psychology

PhD in Educational Psychology equips leaders for successful careers in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Gifted-and-Talented Education, or Quantitative Studies (students choose), with supplemental work in supporting areas. The program is residential, 65 hours, plus 9 hours of dissertation.

Department of Educational Leadership

This degree prepares higher-education leaders through research, challenging coursework, and an apprenticeship covering all of tuition plus a stipend. The program is residential, 72 hours of coursework, and includes a 3-hour research internship and 9 hours for the dissertation.

Department of Educational Psychology

The PhD in School Psychology prepares health-service providers to apply scientific and data-based decision-making in schools or other settings to support children and youth. The program is 101-hour credit hours, residential, and offers outstanding clinical experiences, research opportunities, licensure preparation.

Department of Educational Leadership

This research-based PhD educates scholars and scholar-practitioners who desire to have meaningful, lasting influence on P-12 education. The program includes advanced courses and a distinct 72-credit hour sequence requiring a period of full-time study as a graduate student.

Department of Educational Leadership

This doctoral program for aspiring leaders of schools, districts, or educational agencies focuses on complex problem solving. The cohort model and weekend schedule are built for working professionals, and 65 credit hours include clinical, dissertation, and superintendent certification preparation.

Professional Online Learning

Students apply principles of teaching and learning toward managing the dynamics of organizational change. 54 hours, part or full time, live online weekly classes, two on-campus “immersions” during the three-year program, problem-of-practice dissertation

Department of Educational Psychology

Graduates with the Education Specialist Degree are prepared to meet the learning, behavior, and mental-health needs of children in school settings using evidence-based assessment and interventions. Hybrid format, 60 hours, field-based training, yearlong internship, NASP approved

Department of Educational Psychology

Graduates with the Education Specialist Degree are prepared to meet the learning, behavior, and mental-health needs of children in school settings using evidence-based assessment and interventions. Hybrid format, 60 hours, field-based training, yearlong internship, NASP approved

Department of Curriculum & Instruction

The MAT offers initial teacher certification through coursework and clinical experiences based on Baylor’s national award-winning teacher-education model. The program is residential with 36 hours of coursework and faculty-guided clinical experiences in a variety of teaching fields.

Department of Curriculum & Instruction

The MA develops scholarly understanding of educational thought and practice. The program is residential and 33 hours, including a 12-hour minor in a cognate area. Competitive graduate assistantships available

Department of Educational Leadership

Aspiring school leaders can choose one of two tracks: for Texas principal certification and for independent schools. Hybrid program is online with on-campus immersions scheduled for working educators. Coursework is completed in a year, followed by a capstone experience. 30 hours, including capstone.

Department of Curriculum & Instruction

Joint degree with Truett Seminary combines faculties and resources of two schools. It's perfect for those seeking careers in congregations, private schools, or other faith-based organizations. Residential, 33-36 hours in education plus MDiv. Separate application is required to each school. 

Professional Online Learning

Students in the online Learning Design Technology Master of Science degree learn from renowned faculty through hands-on technology. Graduates acquire cutting-edge skills to create impactful digital learning experiences across various industries.

Department of Curriculum & Instruction

The MSEd program can be full-time or part-time (for working educators) and is designed to improve educational practice. The program is residential and 36 semester hours, including a 15-hour specialization.

Department of Educational Psychology

Students may choose from three specialization options: Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Gifted & Talented Education, or General Educational Psychology. The program is residential, 36 hours, and typically completed in 15-18 months.

Department of Educational Leadership

Baylor’s HESA MSEd is the only program in US to combine student development, administrative theory, and faith at a national research university. The program is residential, full-time, 42 hours of coursework, 22 months, and includes paid apprenticeship.

Department of Educational Leadership

Sport management students receive excellent career preparation through sport-focused coursework including ethics, governance, marketing, management, finance, and fundraising — offering an extensive alumni network. Program includes fieldwork, is residential, and 30 hours coursework + 6 hours fieldwork.

Professional Online Learning

This 12-credit-hour certificate equips graduates with skills to build effective, inclusive, and accessible digital learning spaces. Coursework encompasses multimedia production, learning design theory, and emerging learning technologies.

Professional Online Learning

Designed for working professionals, this 12-credit-hour certificate focuses on pedagogy and online instructional strategies to equip graduates to teach effectively in online environments, whether K-12 classrooms or adult education courses.