124 Master's degrees offered by the university

The Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology Interdepartmental Graduate Program at Iowa State University is a multidisciplinary major that allows students to explore the mechanisms of life processes in cutting-edge research labs.

First in the Midwest! Whether you’re in the market for a promotion, looking to hone your skills, or pick up some new ones, the Ivy master of Real Estate Development (MRED) program at Iowa State University is the place to accelerate your career.

Preparation for an advanced degree in Fisheries Biology from Iowa State University should include work equivalent to a B.S. in biological science, including courses in biology, aquatic botany, ecology, ichthyology, limnology, fisheries biology, and aquaculture.

The department of English at Iowa State University offers a unique degree: a master’s in Rhetoric, Composition, and Professional Communication. 

Preparation for an advanced degree in Wildlife Ecology from Iowa State University should include course work equivalent to a B.S. in biological sciences, ecology, or related area.

The School of Education at Iowa State University offers an M.Ed. and M.S. in Education with an program focus in Educational Technology.

Iowa is at the forefront of this aging revolution as one of the oldest states in the country. The Gerontology program is offered at Iowa State University.

The School of Education and Division of Teaching, Learning, Leadership, and Policy from Iowa State University offers a fully online M.Ed. in Education, Emphasis in Educational Technology (online).

The Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication master’s program is a 32-credit course of study culminating in a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from Iowa State University.

The Ivy Executive Business Administration offered by Iowa State University is not your everyday graduate degree. Our specialized curriculum is designed with you in mind because it focuses on topics relevant to food, agriculture, and biosystems professionals.

The M.Eng. in Computer Engineering at Iowa State University is a flexible, 30-hour programme delivered in a public study mode. Designed for working professionals, this 100% online degree focuses on the hardware-software interface, allowing students to complete their studies in one year or more while working.

The M.Eng. in Cyber Security at Iowa State University is a professional online programme designed for working experts. This public study mode course takes approximately two years to complete, focusing on securing critical information infrastructure and mastering technical skills through flexible, remote learning environments.

Typically, students beginning graduate work in Computer Science at Iowa State University have completed a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science.

The Interdepartmental Microbiology (IM) Graduate Program at Iowa State University offers both M.S. and Ph. D. degree opportunities in all aspects of prokaryotic and eukaryotic microbiology.

The Meat Science program at Iowa State University offers graduate education in conjunction with innovative research experiences and a diverse array of professional development opportunities both on and off campus. 

The Master of Science in Event Management at Iowa State University is a program delivered online. 

The School of Education and Division of Teaching, Learning, Leadership and Policy at Iowa State University  offer a M.S. in Mathematics Education.

This Toxicology program at Iowa State University will help you develop awareness of the societal (ethical, socio-economic, regulatory) responsibilities of toxicologists.

Pursing next-generation materials solutions in areas such as energy, transportation, infrastructure, cyber-security, manufacturing, wearables, agriculture, nanomaterials, and medicine, Materials Science and Engineering graduate students at Iowa State University  work closely with our interdisciplinary faculty to address critical challenges and explore exciting new opportunities for innovation.

Iowa State University is famous for teaching agriculture, and our Master of Science in Agricultural Education gives you tools you need to get noticed and excel in a career as an agriculture teacher, extension or outreach professional, or agriculture communicator.