Master your next move.

If you really want to get ahead of your competition in the job market, a master's degree is the way to go. And it's not as difficult as you think. Consider the following on campus graduate degree programs to move your career and income to the next level.

• The Master of Fine Arts degree is a terminal degree in the Department of Art with emphases in printmaking, sculpture, photography, drawing, painting, ceramics, jewelry, and graphic design. Admission to this program requires 20 slides (5 drawing, 5 studio minor area, 10 studio major area), 3 letters of recommendation, personal statement, resume, and a 3.0 GPA on last 60 undergraduate credit hours.
• The Master of Science in Biological Sciences degree in the Department of Biological Sciences is available for students interested in pursuing research in biology, botany, conservation biology, ecology, fisheries biology, physiology, rangeland biology, systematics, wildlife biology, and zoology. Admission to this program requires a personal statement specifying the exact interest area and research area and 2 letters of recommendation. GRE scores are not required, but preference is given to those who submit them. Preference is also given to applications received before March 15.
• The Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology in the Department of Communication Disorders prepares students for clinical certification by ASHA and professional licensure by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Admission to this program requires an acceptable verbal, quantitative, and analytical GRE Score, 2 letters of recommendation completed by professors or individuals familiar with your academic course work, a resume, and a personal statement including background information, why you are applying to the program, why a speech-language pathology career appeals to you, qualities you possess that would benefit our program, and professional goals.
• The Master of Science in Communication Studies in the Department of Communication Studies serves students interested in organizational communication, public relations, and advertising. Admission to this program requires 2 letters of recommendation and a personal statement.
• The Master of Arts in English in the Department of English is available in both a traditional and unique two or three year summer program. Admission to this program requires a 3.0 GPA in a minimum of 18 hours of English courses beyond the general studies composition courses.
• The Master of Science in Geosciences degree in the Department of Geosciences is designed to prepare students to be professional geologists, earth science teachers, or advanced professional geographic positions in environmental sciences or geographic information systems. Admission to this program requires an acceptable GRE score and 2 letters of recommendation.
• The Master of Science in Health and Human Performance degree in the Department of Health and Human Performance provides opportunities for careers in teaching/coaching, exercise science, and sport administration. Admission to this program requires 3 letters of recommendation, a minimum of 18 hours of undergraduate credit hours in HHP, and a 3.00 GPA on a 4.00 scale on last 60 credit hours; or 2.75-2.99 GPA for last 60 credit hours and 850 on verbal and quantitative portions of GRE or 40 on MAT; or 2.50-2.74 GPA on the last 60 credit hours and a score of 850 on verbal and quantitative portions of the GRE or a 40 on MAT and achieve a 3.0 GPA or better on the first nine graduate credit hours.
• The Master of Arts in History in the Department of History prepares students for continued development as secondary teachers, careers as community college instructors, careers in business and government, entry into doctoral studies in history, and opportunites for advanced studies for careers in libraries, historical museums, and societies. Admission to this program requires 2 letters of recommendation, a minimum of 20 credit hours in undergraduate or graduate history coursework, a 3.00 GPA on a 4.00 scale for B.S. degree, a writing sample demonstrating research and documentation skills, and a personal statement.
• The Master of Liberal Studies degree is a unique customizable degree with concentrations available in many departments. Admission to this program requires 2 letters of recommendation, a personal statement including background and why applying to MLS, and an MLS interest inventory.
• The Master of Business Administration in Leadership will help you grab the next rung on the corporate ladder or maybe even launch your own business. Admission to this program requires an acceptable GMAT or other graduate placement test (GRE, LSAT, etc.) score prior to enrollment, 2 letters of recommendation, a personal statement indicating reasons for seeking a Master of Business Administration degree including professional and/or career goals and pertinent past work experience, and a current resume.
• The Master of Science in Instructional Technology prepares you to assume a role of leadership in instructional technology settings in schools, business, and industry. Admission to the program requires 2 letters of recommendation, an essay pertaining to Instructional Technology, and completion of MIS 101 or its equivalent or 3 yrs. of documented experience.
• The Master of Science in Nursing Family Practictioner program will prepare you to take on more responsibility and earn more money in a number of education, clinical, and health care management settings. Please note that Nursing programs do have specialized admissions requirements. Admission to this program requires an acceptable score on the MAT, a State of Kansas nursing license, a BSN, 2 letters of recommendation, and a personal statement. The Family Nurse Practitioner specialty has additional requirements.
• The Master of Science in Psychology in the Department of Psychology is designed to provide training in either clinical, school, or general psychology and to prepare the student for entry into psychology at the doctoral level. Admission to this program requires an acceptable GRE score, 2 letters of recommendation (dept. form), completion of a special letter indicating area of interest and ambitions, and 15 hours in psychology with at least one statistics course and one research/laboratory course.
• The Specialist in Education degree in School Psychology in the Department of Psychology is designed to lead to licensure as a school psychologist. Admission to this program requires an acceptable GRE score, 2 letters of recommendation (dept. form), completion of a special letter indicating area of interest and ambitions, and completion of a Masters degree in psychology or education.
• The Master of Science in Counseling degree in the Department of Educational Administration and Counseling is designed to provide professional training in the area of community counseling. Admission to this program requires a score of 850 on verbal and quantitative portions of GRE or 40 on MAT, 3.00 on last 60 undergraduate credit hours or 3.50 or higher graduate GPA, 2 letters of recommendation, a personal statement, 15 hours background in social and behavioral sciences, and an interview with the faculty admissions committee.

• The Master of Science in Health and Human Performance degree in the Department of Health and Human Performance provides opportunities for careers in teaching/coaching, exercise science, and sport administration. Admission to this program requires 3 letters of recommendation, a minimum of 18 hours of undergraduate credit hours in HHP, and a 3.00 GPA on a 4.00 scale on last 60 credit hours; or 2.75-2.99 GPA for last 60 credit hours and 850 on verbal and quantitative portions of GRE or 40 on MAT; or 2.50-2.74 GPA on the last 60 credit hours and a score of 850 on verbal and quantitative portions of the GRE or a 40 on MAT and achieve a 3.0 GPA or better on the first nine graduate credit hours.
• The Master of Liberal Studies degree is a unique customizable degree with online concentrations available in many departments. Admission to this program requires 2 letters of recommendation, a personal statement including background and why applying to MLS, and an MLS interest inventory.
• The Master of Science in Instructional Technology prepares you to assume a role of leadership in instructional technology settings in schools, business, and industry. Admission to the program requires 2 letters of recommendation, an essay pertaining to Instructional Technology, and completion of MIS 101 or its equivalent or 3 yrs. of documented experience.
• The Master of Science in Nursing Administration or Master of Science in Nursing Education will prepare you to take on more responsibility and earn more money in a number of education, clinical, and health care management settings. Please note that Nursing programs do have specialized admissions requirements. Admission to this program requires an acceptable score on the MAT, a State of Kansas nursing license, a BSN, 2 letters of recommendation, and a personal statement.
• The Master of Business Administration in Leadership will help you grab the next rung on the corporate ladder or maybe even launch your own business. Admission to this program requires an acceptable GMAT or other graduate placement test (GRE, LSAT, etc.) score prior to enrollment, 2 letters of recommendation, a personal statement indicating reasons for seeking a Master of Business Administration degree including professional and/or career goals and pertinent past work experience, and a current resume.
• The Master of Science in Education is available at the elementary, middle, or secondary levels and will help you advance in your school district as either a reading, library media, school improvement, subject area, or ESOL specialist. Admission to this program requires 2 letters of recommendation.
• The Master of Science in Counseling degree prepares you for licensure as a school counselor. Admission to this program requires a score of 850 on verbal and quantitative portions of GRE or 40 on MAT, 3.00 on last 60 undergraduate credit hours or 3.50 or higher graduate GPA, 2 letters of recommendation, a personal statement, 15 hours background in social and behavioral sciences, and an interview with the faculty admissions committee.
• The Master of Science in Educational Administration prepares you for licensure as a building principal. Admission to this program requires a minimum of 30 on MAT or an average of 400 on the GRE, 2 letters of recommendation, a personal statement, a minimum GPA of 3.0 for last 60 undergraduate credit hours, an educational vita, and a copy of your teaching certificate/ endorsement.
• The Specialist in Education program prepares students beyond the master's level for a school district leadership endorsement by the state of Kansas. Admission to this program requires a minimum of 35 on MAT or an average of 446 on the GRE, 2 letters of recommendation, a personal statement, an educational vita, a copy of your teaching certificate/endorsement, and a Master's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.25 for the first 30 hours of graduate coursework leading to the building level certificate.
• The Master of Science in Special Education program prepares students in the areas of adaptive or gifted special education. Admission to this program requires 2 letters of recommendation and a personal statement.