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Educational Psychology

Master’s Degree Program

Graduate opportunities

Learning is an ongoing process, but how that process operates is not the same for everyone. The Master of Science degree in Educational Psychology at the University of North Texas focuses on research, measurement and intervention as they relate to learning and cognition.

In addition to in-depth familiarity with the process of research and assessment, our students develop a thorough understanding of the physical, cognitive, behavioral and social-emotional influences that affect one’s learning. Having this knowledge prepares you for a variety of leadership roles within educational and other community settings.

We offer course work in six specialization areas:

  • Family studies
  • Gifted and talented
  • Human development
  • Learning and cognition
  • School psychology
  • Research, measurement and evaluation

Several of these concentrations provide you avenues for obtaining additional professional certification or licensing in a particular area. Our programs have earned recognition from a variety of organizations such as the National Council on Family Relations and the state’s Early Childhood Intervention program.


Gain new perspectives

You can network with other professionals in the field through internship and practicum opportunities.

Our faculty members have diverse research and professional interests in areas such as:

  • Academic acceleration of gifted students
  • Adolescent development
  • Educational and cognitive assessment
  • Evaluation of intervention programs in schools and other settings
  • Parent-child relationships
  • Parent involvement
  • Therapy with abused children

The College of Education is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (2010 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Suite 500; Washington, D.C. 20036; telephone 202-466-7496). This accreditation means we meet or exceed strict academic standards for excellence in education. The college is also one of Texas’ top producers of teachers, administrators, counselors and other school professionals.


Research centers and opportunities

The Department of Educational Psychology is affiliated with various research and intervention centers, providing research and development opportunities for faculty and students.

The Center for Interdisciplinary Research and Analysis provides research and statistical consulting services to faculty and students.

The Center for Parent Education and Family Support provides research and outreach to support parent and family educators, family support professionals and other students.

The UNT Institute for Behavioral and Learning Differences serves as a resource for professionals, parents, schools and community and state agencies. Much of the research focuses on understanding, developing and initiating strategies involving unique behavioral and learning characteristics.

The Autism Center provides opportunities for research and intervention among individuals with autism.


Attending UNT

Admission requirements

You must meet the admission requirements for the Toulouse Graduate School as well as provide the following materials to the department:

  • Résumé or curriculum vitae
  • Personal statement outlining your goals and rationale for applying to the program (two pages maximum)
  • Two letters of recommendation

Program acceptance is based on a holistic review of your GRE scores, GPA and academic and professional experiences.


Degree requirements

  • 9 credit hours of educational psychology core courses
  • 18 credit hours of concentration area courses
  • 6 credit hours of electives (chosen in consultation with your faculty advisor)
  • 3 credit hours of supervised research (capstone) course

Financial assistance

Limited financial assistance is available to help you pay for your graduate education. These opportunities include working with professors as teaching assistants or on research projects. You can apply for these positions by submitting an application and a current résumé to the department chair. The letter should address your strengths and interests. We also offer several scholarships. Information about these scholarships is available at www.coe.unt.edu/educational-psychology.

Information about other financial assistance programs is at financialaid.unt.edu or gradschool.unt.edu..