71 Master's degrees offered by the university

The Master of Arts in Education (School Psychology) at the California State University Sacramento offers the opportunity to gain skills in working with preschool through grade 12 students, teachers, and parents in the school setting.

The Public History Program at the California State University Sacramento offers a two-year course of study leading to the Master of Arts as a degree option within the History Department.

The Master of Science program in Mechanical Engineering offered by the California State University Sacramento prepares students for leadership in the practice of Mechanical Engineering.

The Child and Adolescent Development degree at California State University Sacramento offers an opportunity for the advanced study of developmental theory and research in preparation for a wide range of professional objectives involving children, adolescents, and families. 

The Master of Arts Program in Sociology at the California State University Sacramento is designed to provide a broad academic foundation for a variety of professional opportunities and community needs such as survey research, evaluation research, social problems analysis, career interest in community organizations, and teaching.

The Multicultural Education graduate program at California State University Sacramento explores theoretical and pedagogical issues of bilingualism, multiculturalism, educational equity, and social justice, offering courses and experiences to assist educators to work successfully in classrooms, schools, and educational agencies within our diverse State. 

Special Education Teaching (Education Specialist Early Childhood) program from California State University Sacramento authorizes the holder to provide educational services to infants, toddlers, preschool, and kindergarten age children with disabilities and their families in home-based programs, center-based settings, and school-based settings.

The California State University Sacramento graduate program leading to the Master of Science degree in Kinesiology is designed to expand the students' knowledge and to augment their qualifications for leadership in their chosen profession.

The California State University Sacramento's program focuses on preparing Public Health professionals to develop effective strategies for preventing illness and disease within diverse communities, while increasing the student’s capability in conducting health policy analysis and development.

The California State University Sacramento's graduate program in Public Policy and Administration prepares future leaders to address the complex issues that face California.

The MA in Composition, Rhetoric, and Professional Writing from California State University Sacramento is recommended for students preparing to teach at the high school or community college level or advance as writers in professional, workplace contexts. 

The graduate program leading to the Master of Music degree is designed to provide opportunities for a variety of advanced studies in music. 

The M.A. in Ethnic Studies at California State University is designed to advance students’ knowledge and understanding of indigenous communities and communities of color through analyses and application of the theories, concepts, methodologies, and practices of the discipline. 

Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (Workforce Development Leadership) at California State University aims to develop TK-12, higher education, and workforce development leaders from diverse backgrounds who will positively impact all educational settings. 

The Master of Science in Business Analytics at California State University prepares students to connect data and models to substantive business problems so effective business decisions can be made. 

Students in the Master’s of Science in Quantitative Economics at California State University develop analytical skills for modeling, interpreting, and understanding economic behavior with applications in business, public policy, and data analysis. Statistical analysis of economic phenomena and problems is emphasized.

The Master of Science in Nursing offered by the California State University Sacramento is traditionally designed to prepare registered nurses with baccalaureate degrees for advanced roles in nursing.

The Music (Composition) graduate program offered by the California State University Sacramento leading to the Master of Music degree is designed to provide opportunity for a variety of advanced studies in music.

The Chemistry (Biochemistry) graduate programs in the Department of Chemistry at the California State University Sacramento provide students with advanced study in synthesis, separation, and analysis of molecules with an emphasis on developing research skills in experimental and computational chemistry and in chemistry education.

The graduate program in Geology at California State University Sacramento offers two tracks to a Master of Science degree in Geology: a thesis-based option in which students pursue a research project and a non-thesis option that culminates in a comprehensive examination.