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Be more than you ever thought possible..

At Ferrum College, our five graduate programs and online courses equip you to become more engaged with your career. Our integrated approach to education will prepare you to be successful in your professional life. All our graduate programs, continuing teacher education courses, and the RN to BSN are 100% online to maximize flexibility.

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Athletic Coaching, M.S.

The Master of Science in Athletic Coaching program develops and prepares coaches to assist student-athletes in the successful attainment of the well-being of mind, body, and spirit that catalyzes athletic performance.

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Curriculum and Instruction, M.Ed.

The Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction prepares educators who already have a bachelor’s degree and/or a master’s in education to reach the next level of their career goals. This non-licensure program aims to create confident educators who are responsive to their students’ diverse curriculum and instructional development needs. 

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Teacher Leadership and Coaching, Ed.S.

The Education Specialist in Teacher Leadership and Coaching is a 30-credit-hour online program that will provide candidates with skills to be leaders in a variety of collaborative learning environments at the school or district level.

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Nursing, MSN:CNL

As a Ferrum MSN student, you will attain proficiency in systematic inquiry with the use of evidenced-based knowledge. We believe the Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) program prepares graduates to assume advanced roles in nursing.

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Psychology, M.S.

The Master of Science in Psychology is a flexible, non-licensure degree program, enabling students to adapt the program to their particular interests and goals in psychology. This degree culminates in a choice of thesis or advanced study, training students to become competent consumers and producers of social science research.

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M.S. In Clinical and Counseling Psychology

The Master of Clinical and Counseling Psychology prepares graduates to complete requirements to become Licensed Psychological Associates (LPAs*) or Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs*) through the licensure processes established in each locale.

“Ferrum College offers much more than just an excellent education. The professors and staff are knowledgeable, friendly, and supportive. I completed my bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in psychology at Ferrum College. This program has prepared me for diverse experiences and multiple career settings. I highly recommend the Ferrum College Psychology Program for those looking to make a career in this field.” 

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To assist current teachers who have been provisionally licensed by the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) to teach in a school district, Ferrum College now offers a Professional Studies in Education for Licensure Certificate!

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The Unique Bridge to World-Class Education

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Professional success increasingly means embracing a mindset of perpetual learning.

What this means in practice is that many individuals—as automation, AI, and other technologies reshape their industries—find themselves seeking educational opportunities that offer flexibility, rigor, and (ideally) prestige.

Amid innumerable options—with new ones being introduced regularly—a time-tested though little-known academic program at the University of Chicago offers a unique solution that deserves wider recognition: the Graduate Student-at-Large (GSAL) program.

The GSAL program is a remarkable educational opportunity that allows individuals with a bachelor’s degree to enroll in a variety of graduate-level courses at the University of Chicago, one of the world’s premier academic institutions. This program, which traces its roots back to the University’s founding president William Rainey Harper, embodies a vision of education that is both inclusive and intellectually rigorous, providing a level of access to a top-tier institution’s curriculum that is rare outside of full-time degree programs.

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Rewards In the Classroom and Beyond

What distinguishes GSAL is its combination of flexibility and academic depth. It allows participants to select courses that align with their professional goals, guided by intensive academic advising, without the full commitment of a degree program. For aspiring MBA students, the Graduate Student-at-Large Business (GSALB) program offers access to University of Chicago Booth School of Business courses . The Returning Scholars program offers non-credit liberal arts courses that cater to those looking to learn more about a particular field of interest or are simply lifelong learners.

GSAL serves as a practical testing ground for those considering graduate school. It enables students to experience graduate-level coursework firsthand, interacting with leading faculty across various disciplines. For instance, a student might take advanced physics courses to determine whether a PhD in the field is the right path. This “try before you buy” approach can save significant time and resources. Students who later commit to a full program do so with confidence and clarity. Moreover, GSAL credits are accepted at other universities, potentially accelerating degree completion.

Importantly, the value of taking classes through GSAL, GSALB, and the Returning Scholars program extends beyond classroom experiences. Students gain access to a wide range of University of Chicago facilities and resources, including libraries , research centers, and academic workshops . The program also provides dedicated advising and mentoring support, helping students navigate the university system and the intellectual landscape of UChicago. This ensures they feel a true sense of belonging and are not just spectators as they make the most of their time in the program.

Another significant advantage of GSAL is the opportunity to build relationships with faculty members. These connections can help students secure letters of recommendation, a crucial and often challenging component of graduate program applications. By cultivating relationships with esteemed academics in their chosen discipline, students can enhance their credibility and stand out in competitive selection processes for other professional positions as well.

But the networking potential within GSAL extends beyond faculty interactions. Participants immerse themselves in an elite academic environment, attending classes with full-time graduate students and engaging with distinguished faculty members—even some Nobel laureates. These interactions can lead to meaningful connections that extend beyond the classroom, potentially opening doors to new career opportunities or research partnerships.

Finally, in an age where credentials are scrutinized more closely than ever, even a single course from an institution like the University of Chicago can significantly enhance a resume. It demonstrates intellectual curiosity, academic rigor, and a commitment to continuous learning—qualities highly prized by employers and graduate admissions committees alike.

GSAL provides students with the tools, connections, and experiences to chart their own paths in an increasingly complex world. Esther Pandian-Riske, GSAL Program Director

Catalyst For Meaningful Career Shifts

The GSAL program also addresses another pressing concern in today’s educational landscape: the cost of higher education. By allowing students to take courses individually, the often-daunting entry point to graduate-level education becomes more accessible. This approach benefits those who may be hesitant to invest in a full degree program due to financial considerations or uncertainty about their career direction.

Program director Esther Pandian-Riske emphasizes the transformative potential of GSAL by noting that “our students come from diverse backgrounds and career stages, but they all share a desire for intellectual growth and professional development. GSAL provides them with the tools, connections, and experiences to chart their own paths in an increasingly complex world.”

Alumni experiences also illustrate the program’s impact. From professionals exploring new specialties to individuals successfully transitioning into full-time graduate programs , GSAL has served as a catalyst for meaningful career shifts and academic pursuits.

Ultimately, the professional world is evolving in a way that makes a program like GSAL increasingly valuable and relevant. It offers a critical bridge between traditional education models and the adaptable approach required in today’s job market. By providing flexible access to elite-level education, GSAL gives individuals the ability to proactively shape what they learn and their career trajectory as well. Explore how our GSAL can help you discover your bridge to what's next .

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The Master’s in Education (Ed.M.) prepares students with the skills needed to change the world through education. The online Master’s in Education Leadership is a part-time, two-year Ed.M. program from the Harvard Graduate School of Education with Higher Education and PreK-12 pathways. The program is specifically designed for mid-career working education professionals and is career-embedded—so students can immediately apply what they are learning. Through this program, students will strengthen the invaluable skills they’ve already developed and develop the tools to propel themselves to new leadership opportunities and to even greater impact.

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The Master of Education in Learning and Instruction is designed to broaden the professional understanding of educators, preparing them for further leadership in their educational communities.

The Master of Education in Learning and Instruction degree program is for teachers and leaders in K-12-focused schools and community organizations who want to improve the educational environment for students today—and transform it for the students of tomorrow. You will learn how to lead change in a classroom, school, or educational community and join efforts to effect change across the educational spectrum.

Your fellow students are professionals who enroll having worked in the K-12 setting, as leaders in community organizations, and as researchers and consultants. Students are very diverse but share a passion to deepen their knowledge of educational theory and practice, while learning the latest ways to engage communities to effect change.

Graduates are positioned to drive community-based change and broaden their professional understanding of diverse student groups. The program coursework prepares you to effectively implement assessment practices, identify changing educational contexts as well as emerging challenges, and lead change across the educational spectrum.

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  • Connect with fellow professionals across the nation, who exchange ways to solve common challenges and build professional networks
  • Graduates create an ePortfolio, leveraging the latest learning theory and research to demonstrate their mastery of learning and instruction
  • Online, interactive program allows for flexibility for working professionals
  • The Experiential Network (XN) allows students to virtually work on short-term, real-world projects that complement their academic work

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  • Understand the impact of local, national, and global changes on educational policy and practice
  • Recognize opportunities to transform the classroom, school, or broader educational community
  • Develop the capacity to serve as an agent for social justice

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Mailing Address: College of Graduate Studies University of Idaho 875 Perimeter Drive MS 3017 Moscow, ID 83844-3017

Phone: 208-885-2647

Email: [email protected]

Programs Offered

The University of Idaho graduate programs are preparing the next generation of scholars and innovative thinkers to make discoveries and drive positive change in the world. We deliver high-caliber academic resources that bring out the best in our graduate students. Our exciting, rigorous academic environment offers 88 masters' degrees, 32 doctoral degrees, and 3 Specialist degrees in Education; with a total of 47 departments.

Each year, we acquire over $100 million in annual grants, contracts and research appropriations and are proud of the research efforts and teaching prowess of our 600 graduate faculty members.

A to Z index of graduate degrees 

Find your future or current area of study in our  A to Z index of graduate degrees , from Accountancy (M.Acct.) to Water Resources (M.S., Ph.D.) or use list and filter below.

  • Accountancy(M.Acct.) 2
  • Adult Organizational Learning and Leadership (M.S.) 2
  • Agricultural Education (M.S.) 2
  • Animal Physiology (Ph.D.) 1
  • Animal Science (M.S.) 2
  • Anthropology (M.A.) 2
  • Applied Economics (M.S.) 2
  • Architecture (M.Arch.) 2
  • Art (M.F.A.) 2
  • Athletic Training (D.A.T.) 1
  • Athletic Training (M.S.A.T.) 2
  • Bioinformatics and Computational Biology (M.S.) 2
  • Bioinformatics and Computational Biology (Ph.D.) 1
  • Bioinformatics and Computational Biology (Certificate) 4
  • Biological Engineering (M.S.) 2
  • Biological Engineering (M.Engr.) 2
  • Biological Engineering (Ph.D.) 1
  • Biology (M.S.) 2
  • Biology (Ph.D.) 1
  • Career and Technical Education(M.Ed.) 2
  • Career and Technical Education (Ph.D.) 1
  • Career and Technical Education (Ed.S.) 3
  • Chemical Engineering (M.Engr.) 2
  • Chemical Engineering (M.S.) 2
  • Chemical Engineering (Ph.D.) 1
  • Chemistry (M.S.) 2
  • Chemistry (Ph.D.) 1
  • Civil Engineering (M.Engr.) 2
  • Civil Engineering (M.S.) 2
  • Civil Engineering (Ph.D.) 1
  • Climate Change (Certificate) 4
  • Climate Change - Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (P.S.M.) 2
  • Computer Engineering (M.Engr.) 2
  • Computer Engineering (M.S.) 2
  • Computer Science (M.S.) 2
  • Computer Science (Ph.D.) 1
  • Creative Writing (M.F.A.) 2
  • Criminology (M.S.) 2
  • Critical Infrastructure Resilience (Certificate) 4
  • Curriculum & Instruction (Ph.D.) 1
  • Curriculum & Instruction (M.Ed.) 2
  • Curriculum & Instruction (Ed.S.) 3
  • Cybersecurity (M.S.) 2
  • Data Science (Certificate) 4
  • Dietetics (M.S.) 2
  • Dual Credit Instructor (Certificate) 4
  • Education (Ph.D.) 1
  • Education (Ed.D.) 1
  • Educational Leadership (M.Ed.) 2
  • Educational Leadership (Ed.S.) 3
  • Electrical Engineering (M.S.) 2
  • Electrical Engineering (M.Engr.) 2
  • Electrical Engineering (Ph.D.) 1
  • Emergency Planning and Management (Certificate) 4
  • Emerging Media (M.A.) 2
  • Engineering Management (M.Engr.) 2
  • English (M.A.) 2
  • Entomology (M.S.) 2
  • Entomology (Ph.D.) 1
  • Environmental Education and Science Communication (Certificate) 4
  • Environmental Science (M.S.) 2
  • Environmental Science (Ph.D.) 1
  • Experimental Psychology (Ph.D.) 1
  • Family and Consumer Sciences (M.S.) 2
  • Fire Ecology, Management, and Technology (Certificate) 4
  • Food Science (M.S.) 2
  • Food Science (Ph.D.) 1
  • Geographic Information, Skills, Mapping, and Monitoring - Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (P.S.M.) 2
  • Geographic Information Science (M.S.) 2
  • Geographic Information Systems (Certificate) 4
  • Geography (M.S.) 2
  • Geography (Ph.D.) 1
  • Geological Engineering (M.S.) 2
  • Geology (M.S.) 2
  • Geology (Ph.D.) 1
  • Groundwater Hydrology (M.S.) 2
  • History (M.A.) 2
  • History (Ph.D.) 1
  • Human Factors (Psychology M.S.) 2
  • Human Resource Development (Certificate) 4
  • Integrated Architecture and Design (M.S.) 2
  • Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (P.S.M.) 2
  • Interdisciplinary Studies (M.S.) 2
  • Interdisciplinary Studies (M.A.) 2
  • Kinesiology and Leisure Sciences - Exercise, Sport, and Health Sciences (M.S.)   2
  • Kinesiology and Leisure Sciences - Physical Education Teacher Education (M.S.)   2
  • Kinesiology and Leisure Sciences - Recreation, Sport, and Tourism Management (M.S.)   2
  • Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.) 2
  • Law (J.D.) 1
  • Mathematics (M.S.) 2
  • Mathematics (M.A.T.) 2
  • Mathematics (Ph.D.) 1
  • Mechanical Engineering (M.S.) 2
  • Mechanical Engineering (M.Engr.) 2
  • Mechanical Engineering (Ph.D.) 1
  • Microbiology Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (Ph.D.) 1
  • Music (M.A. ) 2
  • Music (M.Mus.) 2
  • Natural Resources (M.S.) 2
  • Natural Resources (Ph.D.) 1
  • Natural Resources (M.N.R.) 2
  • Natural Resources and Environmental Law (Certificate) 4
  • Neuroscience (M.S.) 2
  • Neuroscience (Ph.D.) 1
  • Nuclear Criticality Safety (Certificate) 4
  • Nuclear Decommissioning and Used Fuel Management (Certificate) 4
  • Nuclear Engineering (Ph.D.) 1
  • Nuclear Engineering (M.Engr.) 2
  • Nuclear Engineering (M.S.) 2
  • Nuclear Safeguards and Security (Certificate) 4
  • Nuclear Technology Management (Certificate) 4
  • Nutritional Sciences (M.S.) 2
  • Nutritional Sciences (Ph.D.) 1
  • Online Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) 2
  • Physical Education (M.Ed.) 2
  • Physics (M.S.) 2
  • Physics (Ph.D.) 1
  • Plant Pathology (M.S.) 2
  • Plant Science (M.S.) 2
  • Plant Science (Ph.D.) 1
  • Political Science (Ph.D.) 1
  • Power System Protection and Relaying (Certificate) 4
  • Precision Nutrition for Human and Animal Health - Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (P.S.M.) 2
  • Professional Applications of Data Science (Certificate) 4
  • Psychology (M.S.) 2
  • Psychology (Ph.D.) 1
  • Public Administration (M.P.A.) 2
  • Remote Sensing of the Environment (Certificate) 4
  • Robotics Engineering (Certificate) 4
  • Secondary Education (M.A.T.) 2
  • Secure and Dependable Computing Systems (Certificate) 4
  • Soil and Land Resources (M.S.) 2
  • Soil and Land Resources (Ph.D.) 1
  • Special Education (M.Ed.) 2
  • Statistical Science (M.S.) 2
  • Statistics (Certificate) 4
  • Sustainable Soil and Land Systems - Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (P.S.M.) 2
  • Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (M.A.) 2
  • Technology Integration Specialist (Certificate) 4
  • Technology Management (M.S.) 2
  • Theatre Arts (M.F.A.) 2
  • Unclassified (Non-degree) 7
  • Water Resources (Ph.D.) 1
  • Water Resources - Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (P.S.M.) 2
  • Water Resources (M.S.) 2

Online and Distance ALL

  • Adult Organizational Learning and Leadership (M.S. online)
  • Career and Technical Education (M.Ed.-online)
  • Career and Technical Education (Ed.S.-online)
  • Civil Engineering (M.Engr.-online)
  • Criminology (M.S.)
  • Computer Engineering (M.Engr.-online)
  • Computer Engineering (M.S.-online)
  • Computer Science(M.S.-online)
  • Curriculum & Instruction (M.Ed.-online)
  • Curriculum & Instruction (Ed.S.-online)
  • Cybersecurity (M.S.-online)
  • Educational Leadership (M.Ed.-online)
  • Educational Leadership (Ed.S.-online)
  • Electrical Engineering (M.Engr.-online)
  • Electrical Engineering (M.S.-online)
  • Emerging Media (M.A.)
  • Engineering Management (M.Engr.-online)
  • Fire Ecology, Management, and Technology (Certificate-online)
  • Environmental Education and Science Communication (Certificate-online)
  • Geological Engineering (M.S.-online)
  • Mathematics (M.A.T.-online)
  • Mechanical Engineering (M.Engr.-online)
  • Music (M.Mus.-online)
  • Natural Resources (M.N.R.-online)
  • Online Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
  • Physical Education (M.Ed.-online)
  • Power System Protection and Relaying (Certificate-online)
  • Psychology (M.S.-online)
  • Public Administration (M.P.A.-online)
  • Remote Sensing of the Environment (Certificate-online)
  • Secure and Dependable Computing Systems (Certificate-online)
  • Special Education (M.Ed.-online)
  • Statistical Science (M.S.-online)
  • Technology Management (M.S.-online)
  • Theatre Arts (M.F.A.-online)

Accepts Admission (English non-proficient) ALL

  • Biological Engineering (M.S.)
  • Biological Engineering (M.Engr.)
  • Biological Engineering (Ph.D.)
  • Chemical Engineering (M.Engr.)
  • Chemical Engineering (M.S.)
  • Chemical Engineering (Ph.D.)
  • Computer Engineering (M.Engr.)
  • Computer Engineering (M.S.)
  • Curriculum and Instruction (Ph.D.)
  • Curriculum and Instruction (M.Ed.)
  • Curriculum and Instruction (Ed.S.)
  • Cybersecurity (M.S.)
  • Electrical Engineering (M.S.)
  • Electrical Engineering (M.Engr.)
  • Electrical Engineering (Ph.D.)
  • Entomology (M.S.)
  • Entomology (Ph.D.)
  • Environmental Science (M.S.)
  • Environmental Science (Ph.D.)
  • Geography (M.S.)
  • Geography (Ph.D.)
  • Kinesiology and Leisure Sciencesce - Exercise, Sport, and Health Sciences (M.S.)
  • Kinesiology and Leisure Sciences - Physical Education Teacher Education (M.S.)
  • Kinesiology and Leisure Sciences - Recreation, Sport, and Tourism Management (M.S.)
  • Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.)
  • Natural Resources (M.S.)
  • Natural Resources (Ph.D.)
  • Natural Resources (M.N.R.)
  • Physical Education (M.Ed.)
  • Physics (M.S.)
  • Physics (Ph.D.)
  • Plant Pathology (M.S.)
  • Plant Science (M.S.)
  • Plant Science (Ph.D.)
  • Secondary Education (M.A.T.)
  • Soil and Land Resources (M.S.)
  • Soil and Land Resources (Ph.D.)
  • Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (M.A.)
  • Theatre Arts (M.F.A.)
  • Water Resources (M.S.)

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