Academic Programs
Morgridge offers more than 23 degree and certificate options. Our nationally ranked education programs are designed to help you turn your passion into purpose - 100% online or in person. With flexible academic plans, expert faculty, and a commitment to inclusive excellence, we offer more than a degree. At MCE, you’ll get to make real-world impacts, develop and practice your skills, and be part of a diverse and dedicated community. Explore programs below or reach out to us today!
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- Counseling Psychology
- Curriculum & Instruction
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Early Childhood Special Education
- Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Special Education Online Option Available
- Master of Arts in Early Childhood Special Education Online Option Available
- Educational Leadership & Policy Studies
- Higher Education
- Library & Information Science
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Research Methods & Statistics
- Master of Arts in Research Methods and Statistics Online Option Available
- PhD in Research Methods and Statistics
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School Counseling
- Master of Arts in School Counseling Online Option Available
- School Psychology
- Teacher Education Program
- Master's
A master’s degree is the first level of graduate study, typically requiring one to two years of full-time study. To pursue a master’s, you’ll need an undergraduate (bachelor’s) degree. Many degrees are specialized to prepare you to enter the job market as a highly qualified applicant or work as an educator in your field.
- Doctoral
- A doctoral degree is the highest achievable graduate degree, preparing students to work in the upper echelons of their field as either practitioners or educators. Many doctoral candidates complete a dissertation, thesis or project based off original research, defending their work in front of a committee of experts. Others take rigorous coursework that prepares them for professional practice and licensure.
- Certificate
- A graduate certificate is approximately equivalent to a bachelor’s or master’s degree, but with a more limited scope. Most can be achieved in a year or less, and many confer professional benefits such as licensure. Learn more about federal-aid designated certificates.
- MA
- Master of Arts
- MLIS
Master of Library and Information Science
- EdD
Doctorate of Education
- EdS
Educational Specialist
- PhD
Doctor of Philosophy
Morgridge College of Education
Gifted Education Generalist
About this Program
The Gifted Education Generalist Certificate program is for students with an undergraduate degree who want to learn to develop research-based curricula and instructional practices. The program encourages reflection and creativity, challenging you to think about what, how and why subjects should be taught.
This certificate program fuses gifted education training with curriculum and instruction leadership in a hybrid, online and face-to-face model. The program will develop your research skills, particularly in identification, intervention, methodology and analysis. Upon completion of the program, you'll be eligible to apply for endorsement from the Colorado Department of Education.
Morgridge College of Education
Teacher Education Program
About this Program
The Teacher Education Program (TEP) at DU equips you with the essential knowledge and strategies needed for a successful career in education. You will gain an MA in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Teacher Education and a Colorado teaching license in elementary or secondary education. Specialize in areas like culturally and linguistically diverse education, gifted education or STEM.
TEP focuses on four pillars: love, critical thinking, radical justice and community-oriented practice. During your coursework, you'll spend an academic year in a classroom placement with a mentor teacher, gaining hands-on experience. Whether you're a recent graduate or changing careers, DU’s TEP offers rigorous and comprehensive preparation for teaching in diverse communities.