Graduate Programs
Continue down the path
Whether you're looking for a certificate, master's or doctorate, our 10 schools and colleges offer graduate degree programs that integrate independent study, research and professional development.
Colorado residents will get their application fee waived automatically for Master's degree programs from October 15-December 1. Note: The free applications are for Master’s degree programs only, and do not include law degrees, or programs facilitated through 2U (including the MSW@Denver, MLIS@Denver, and SchoolCounseling@Denver programs).
- Master's
A master’s degree is the first level of graduate study, typically requiring one to two years of full-time study. To pursue a master’s, you’ll need an undergraduate (bachelor’s) degree. Many degrees are specialized to prepare you to enter the job market as a highly qualified applicant or work as an educator in your field.
- Doctoral
A doctoral degree is the highest achievable graduate degree, preparing students to work in the upper echelons of their field as either practitioners or educators. Many doctoral candidates complete a dissertation, thesis or project based off original research, defending their work in front of a committee of experts. Others take rigorous coursework that prepares them for professional practice and licensure.
- Certificate
A graduate certificate is approximately equivalent to a bachelor’s or master’s degree, but with a more limited scope. Most can be achieved in a year or less, and many confer professional benefits such as licensure. Learn more about federal-aid designated certificates.
- MA
- Master of Arts
- MFA
- Master of Fine Arts
- MS
- Master of Science
- MLS
- Master of Legal Studies
- MSW
- Master of Social Work
- LLM
- Master of Laws
- Macc
- Master of Accountancy
- MBA
- Master of Business Administration
- MLIS
- Master of Library and Information Science
- MM
- Master of Music
- MPP
- Master of Professional Psychology
- MSL
- Master of Legal Studies
- PSM
- Professional Science Masters
- MSLA
- Master of Science in Legal Administration
- MT
- Master of Taxation
- EdD
- Doctorate of Education
- EdS
- Educational Specialist
- PhD
- Doctor of Philosophy
- PsyD
- Doctorate of Psychology
- Juris Doctor
- Doctor of Jurisprudence
Morgridge College of Education
Teacher Education Programs
About this Program
Learn the skills necessary to become a successful and effective educator through the Morgridge College of Education's Teacher Education Program. Teachers, more than many professionals, can create significant and tangible change in their communities and the world. The intensive professional preparation you'll gain from this program can position you to become a teacher who affects and improves the lives of your students. With small classes, personalized support and closely supervised field experience, you'll be able to enter the field prepared to make a difference.
You'll choose to specialize in one of six concentration areas:
- Elementary education (K-6)
- Secondary English (6-12)
- Secondary math (6-12)
- Secondary science (6-12)
- Secondary social studies (6-12)
You'll also take part in a teaching apprenticeship at a diverse area school, with a gradual release of responsibility by the supervising teacher, leading to you teaching solo throughout your residency. Upon completion of the program, you'll be able to apply for a Colorado Initial Teacher License from the Colorado Department of Education.
