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21 Master's degrees offered by the university
Educational Leadership
The Master of Education (M.Ed.) and Education Specialist (Ed.S.) programs in Educational Leadership at The University of Maine are designed for educators interested in building skills for effective school leadership and administration.
Teaching
The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree at The University of Maine is an accelerated teacher licensure program that leads to initial teacher certification in a designated content area and a master’s degree.
Music Education
The Division of Music within the School of Performing Arts offers a 30-credit Master of Music degree in Music Education from The University of Maine which is accredited through the National Association of Schools of Music.
Multilingual Special Education
The Multilingual Special Education Graduate Certificate program at The University of Maine responds to a critical and growing need for teachers and other school professionals across the state.
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Graduates at The University of Maine are prepared to assume leadership roles in the development and implementation of educational programs for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Early Childhood Teacher
The Early Childhood Teacher graduate certificate from The University of Maine allows students to complete the requirements for the State of Maine certification (Endorsement 081: Early Childhood Teacher) to teach early elementary grades, Pre-Kindergarten to grade 3, in public schools and/or to work at the preschool level.
Higher Education
The master’s degree in student development in Higher Education (M.Ed.) at The University of Maine prepares entry-level professionals for positions in postsecondary student affairs.
Nursing - Nurse Educator Online
The Nursing - Nurse Educator Online program from The University of Maine is designed for experienced nurses who want to gain advanced nursing knowledge and prepare to teach and evaluate learning in academic or clinical settings.
Kinesiology and Physical Education
The graduate programs in Kinesiology and Physical Education (MS and MEd) from The University of Maine offer a general, science-based curriculum that provides the foundation for a career in exercise science or physical education.
Special Education
A master’s degree (M.Ed.) in Special Education from The University of Maine provides graduates with an understanding of how to apply current evidence-based practices in PreK-12 classrooms for children with special needs.
Student Development
The Master of Education degree in Student Development in Higher Education from The University of Maine prepares entry-level professionals for positions in postsecondary student affairs.
Interdisciplinary Disability Studies
The graduate certificate in Interdisciplinary Disability Studies at The University of Maine provides a valuable credential for those currently working in direct services (i.e., rehabilitation, nursing, social work or education); the creation of accessible environments and products or those interested in or involved with disability and human rights policy.
Special Education Leadership - Assistant Administration
The Special Education Leadership - Assistant Administration graduate certificate at The University of Maine is an online, 12-credit program aimed to meet the demand for special education administrators.
Curriculum, Assessment and Instruction
The graduate programs in Curriculum, Assessment and Instruction at The University of Maine are designed for elementary, middle and high school teachers, who want to assume more responsibility and larger leadership roles while continuing a career in the classroom.
Instructional Technology
The University of Maine’s Master of Education in Instructional Technology is a 100% online program that prepares educators to create rich and meaningful learning experiences using the latest technology.
Literacy Education
The University of Maine’s Literacy Education graduate programs provide the opportunity to explore vital issues of literacy research and instruction with nationally recognized faculty.
Computing for Educators
The graduate certificate in Computing for Educators from The University of Maine is for those desiring to teach computational thinking, computer coding, and computer science skills problem-solving courses primarily in grades 9-12. The 15-credit certificate is completely online with most courses being taught simultaneously on campus.
Teaching
The Master of Science in Teaching (MST) is offered by the University’s Center for Research in STEM Education at The University of Maine .
Teacher Leadership
The online Graduate Certificate in Teacher Leadership at The University of Maine develops leadership knowledge and skills to mentor new teachers, contribute to the school district’s overall success, and increase teacher retention.
Outdoor Leadership and Education
The outdoors is an essential part of Maine’s heritage and an increasingly critical component of our modern economy. We offer a Outdoor Leadership and Education degree at The University of Maine.