EdS in Educational Psychology (Gifted and Creative Education)
Prepare to work in a school or other learning environment, where you will be adept at tailoring curriculum and programs to better meet the needs of your students. This program will prepare you to work with a general student population, understanding the ways children learn, or in a setting working with gifted and creative students.
This emphasis is built on the research and traditions of eminent scholars in gifted and creative education. As you progress through the coursework, you will become grounded in the idea that giftedness and creativity are expressed in diverse ways among diverse people; that creativity is a universal potential to be nurtured and enhanced; and that the best education is tailored to students’ specific needs. Your coursework and research will focus on instruction, research, and service.
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Highlights
- Learn from Fellows of the American Psychological Association
- Offered in Athens and online
- Most educational specialist students are part-time
Curriculum
Offered both in-person and online, this degree program is designed for students who want to work in schools after graduation. This degree also meets the GaPSC requirements for a certification upgrade for public school teachers. You will take a minimum of 31 hours, including a final applied project.
Faculty members are experts in the areas of gifted education, diverse populations of high-ability students, and creativity. Faculty are active at both the national and state level in gifted associations.
Additional information and disclosures regarding state licensure for professional practice in this field can be found at the UGA Licensure Disclosure Portal .
How to Apply
Part 1: Apply to the University of Georgia
The Graduate School handles admission for all graduate programs at the University of Georgia, including those in the College of Education. The Graduate School website contains important details about the application process, orientation, and many other useful links to guide you through the process of attending UGA at the graduate level.
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Part 2: Apply to the Ed.S. in Educational Psychology (Gifted and Creative Education)
While completing your Graduate School application, note that your 3 letters of recommendation should be from individuals who can evaluate your scholarly ability and potential for success in a graduate program. Preferably, at least 2 of the 3 letters will be from faculty who have instructed the applicant in a previous program of study.
Deadline to Apply
Applications for both the online Ed.S. program and the on-campus Ed.S program are accepted for Summer and Spring semester matriculation only.
Applications are due March 1 for Summer admission and November 15 for Spring admission.
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Most graduate students at UGA are not assigned to a faculty advisor until after admittance. A close working relationship with your advisor is paramount to progressing through your program of study.
Almost all in-state students begin their studies at UGA paying limited tuition or fees. Please note that these amounts are subject to change and are meant to give prospective students an idea of the costs associated with a degree at the University of Georgia College of Education.
Students may qualify for a variety of assistantships, scholarships, and other financial awards to help offset the cost of tuition, housing, and other expenses.
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