Students entering the program will select a program of study focusing on one of four areas of specialization: multicultural education, quantitative methods, motivation, or development. The Master?s program is typically a two-year program and requires 36 hours of graduate work. Students may choose one of two options: a Thesis Option, which allows the student to engage in an empirical research project, or a Scholarly Paper Option, which allows the student to conduct a focused review of research on a particular topic.

The Educational Psychology program of the department of Educational, School, and Counseling Psychology (EDP) at the University of Kentucky (UK) focuses on preparing Educational Psychologists who have strong theoretical, conceptual, and practical ties to educational psychology, and who also possess exceptional skills in the area of measurement, statistics, assessment, and research methodology.

We prepare students for professional positions not only in academic institutions but also in a variety of public and private agencies in positions as policy makers, education advisers, and research consultants. Our graduate program in Educational Psychology reflects a collaborative apprenticeship model that encourages students to go beyond taking courses and checking off requirements.