Penn GSE offers a vibrant array of high-quality, flexible degree programs in education research and practice. 

Find that program that aligns with your professional goals. We offer a variety of programs and many are designed to for working professionals. We also have opportunities for undergraduates so they can get a head start on their graduate education while completing their bachelor's degree. Learn more about our non-degree options.

It Starts Here

Our programs prepare students for careers as educators, school leaders, education researchers, higher education professionals, school psychologists, reading specialists, and more.

Find Your Program

Pressing Issues

Master's

Earn Your Master's

Our wide array of flexible master’s degree programs allow you to find a program that is perfectly suited to your interests and career goals. Many of our master’s degree programs are designed to be completed in one year.

Doctoral

Ed.D. and Ph.D. Programs

We offer 9 Ph.D. and 7 Ed.D. programs for students looking to reach the deepest levels of scholarship. Our Ph.D. Programs are fully funded up to 4 years.

Certifications

Pennsylvania Certifications

Enhance your offerings as an educator with additional Pennsylvania certifications or take on a leadership roll within K–12 schools with a Pennsylvania Principal Certification.

Executive Format

Learn While You Work

These flexible, efficient programs are designed for working professionals, meeting one weekend per month with occasional intensive sessions.

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