MEd in Educational Psychology (Quantitative Methodology)
Become an expert in applying advanced statistical and measurement methods in research. (Note: this option is only available to doctoral students at the University of Georgia who wish to add on a master’s level program in quantitative methodology.)
This program is designed for students who want to conduct research during their doctoral study or academic career that requires complex quantitative designs.
A large portion of our program involves in-depth research and analysis, and you will graduate with a strong grasp of your chosen topic and the research experience to be a leader in your field. Our graduates are consistently recognized for their innovative work, which covers diverse topics such as the impacts of curriculum and beliefs on learning, empirical studies of student behavior, new methods of assessment, and pushing the boundaries of giftedness and creativity.
Highlights
- World-renowned faculty
- Low faculty-to-student ratio
- Learn with emphasis on research
Curriculum
This program requires a minimum of 36 credit hours or, if an applied project is completed, it requires a minimum of 33 credit hours.
The 33 or 36 hours of coursework requires some foundational courses to be the same for all students. For remaining courses, students will work with their closely with advisors to tailor a program of study that provides students with the training they need to be successful in a future career. The required courses include:
- Four foundational courses in applied statistics
- A foundational course in educational psychology
- A foundational course in classroom assessment
- A Master’s seminar (1 credit hour)
Students may select remaining electives from:
- Statistics courses including multivariate data analysis, categorical data analysis, and multilevel modeling
- Psychometrics/measurement courses including theories of educational measurement, Item Response Theory, Rasch modeling, structural equation modeling, factor analysis, diagnostic classification modeling, computer adaptive testing
See the Program Resources to download a sample Program of Study that gives an example of a typical course sequence in the program that is organized by semester. Under Program Resources, there is also the Advising Checklist that organizes degree requirements in a list.
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 M.Ed. in Educational Psychology (Quantitative Methodology)
While completing your Graduate School application, note that your three letters of recommendation should be from individuals who can evaluate your scholarly ability and potential for success in a graduate program. Preferably, at least two of the three letters will be from faculty who have instructed the applicant in a previous program of study.
Deadline To Apply
| Specialization | Fall | Spring | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied Cognition and Development (on-campus) | July 1 | Nov 15 | May 1 |
| Applied Cognition and Development (online) | July 1 | – | – |
| Gifted and Creative Education (on-campus) | June 1 | – | – |
| Gifted and Creative Education (online) | – | – | March 1 |
| Quantitative Methodology (on-campus) | December 1 | – | – |
Only current UGA doctoral students are considered for admission to the quantitative methodology specialization. Applications are accepted only for fall semester admission.
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