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School of Education

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Make an Impact by Advancing Your Education Career

When you earn a University of Portland master’s or doctorate degree in education, you take a bold step forward in a meaningful career. We offer a variety of immersive programs, including:

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)
Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Affairs (MA HESA)
Doctor of Education (EdD)

Each program pairs valuable faculty mentorship with a rigorous curriculum and hands-on opportunities, empowering you to reimagine what’s possible in the field of education.

The MAT program prepares you to be a licensed teacher in elementary or secondary school in 10 months, through collaborative, cohort-based learning.
Be empowered to express your passion for teaching. You will make a tremendous difference in the lives of children, young adults, and their families.
The program is offered full-time, running from June through the following spring. We’ll work with you to secure your student teaching placement locally and conveniently, preparing you for licensure with direct, hands-on experience in the classroom.

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) with Licensure

The Master’s in Higher Education bridges theory, best practices, and applied research, so you can help shape the future of the field.
The 30-credit master’s program can be completed in 2 years, with part-time options available.
You’ll build a strong professional network of higher education administrators and leaders at UP and beyond. Local, regional, and national partnerships are an essential component of the MA HESA.

Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Affairs (MA HESA)

The Doctor of Education offers four concentrations: (1) School Leadership and Development (principal licensure courses), (2) Organizational Leadership and Development (professional administrator licensure courses), (3) Higher Education and Student Affairs, or (4) Nursing Leadership.
Post-master’s programs may be eligible for transfer credit completed at UP, so you can pursue your passion without interruption.
Our professional education and alumni networks, which have over 7,500 members, will connect you with opportunities for mentorship and leadership advancement, propelling you further than you thought possible.
A Doctoral Research Associate Fellowship opens the door to extended research opportunities and funding. Help shape influential policy changes and improve educational outcomes.

Doctor of Education (EdD)

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The Master’s in Higher Education bridges theory, best practices, and applied research, so you can help shape the future of the field.