Set Your
Sights Higher

in University of Portland’s
School of Education

Ready to learn more about UP’s
purpose-driven education programs?
Complete the short form below.

Continue Your Journey UPward

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

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)
Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Affairs (MA HESA)
Doctor of Education (EdD), including a concentration in one of four areas:
- Higher Education and Student Affairs
- School Leadership and Development
- Organizational Leadership and Development
- Nursing Education and Leadership

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. This includes coursework for a graduate degree and simultaneous preparation for initial licensure.
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 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.
There is also a post-bacc degree option for this program.

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)

The Master’s in Higher Education and Student Affairs 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, student affairs personnel and industry 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 (eligible for principal licensure), (2) Organizational Leadership and Development (eligible for professional administrator licensure), (3) Higher Education and Student Affairs, or (4) Nursing Education and Leadership.
Post-master’s programs may be eligible for transfer credit completed at UP or other institutions, so you can pursue your passion without interruption.
We’ll connect you with mentorship, leadership advancement opportunities and expand your network. University of Portland’s professional education and alumni networks include more than 7,500 members.
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)

Request Information

5000 N. Willamette Blvd.
Portland, Oregon, 97203-5798
503-943-7135

Spark powerful change by enrolling in one of our graduate education programs