Advance your career through graduate study in Mississippi State University's Department of Teacher Education and Leadership. Our master's, educational specialist, and doctoral programs prepare educators to lead, innovate, and make a meaningful impact in schools and communities through flexible, high-quality learning opportunities.
Graduate Programs
Graduate Programs
Master's and Specialist Degrees, Doctorate, and Comp
Master's and Specialist Degrees
The department offers Master of Science and Educational Specialist degrees in multiple areas. Click the links below to learn more!
Master's Degree Master's Degree Specialist Degrees Specialist Degrees
Master's and Specialist Degrees, Doctorate, and Comp
Doctorate Degree
The department offers doctorate programs in Curriculum and Instruction as well as Educational Leadership. Click the link below to learn more about admission criteria and curriculum information.
Master's and Specialist Degrees, Doctorate, and Comp
Comp Exams
To be eligible for comps you must have a program of study on the file and be within the last 6 hours of the degree or in the terminal semester of coursework excluding internship/practicum course. You must be enrolled in at least one hour and must have a GPA of 3.0 or better.