41 Master's degrees offered by the university

The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages - TESOL program at James Madison University prepares professionals to understand and implement equitable and effective ways of working with multilingual learners in local and global educational contexts. 

The Special Education - Adapted Curriculum (K-12) degree at James Madison University is designed to prepare students to work collaboratively while supporting the K-12 students' with disabilities success in the adapted curriculum. 

The Art Education at James Madison University is a graduate program for certified art educators dedicated to excellence in teaching and directing comprehensive art education programs in schools, museums, art organizations or the private sector. 

The Educational Leadership degree offered at James Madison University prepares school and district administrators to be interpreters, facilitators, and initiators of education change leading to effective schools for all children.

The Mathematics program at James Madison University prepares high school teachers for positions of instructional leadership as master teachers of mathematics. 

The Psychological Sciences program at James Madison University fosters the development of students interested in improving their research skills and preparing for doctoral education.

The Teacher Leadership programme at James Madison University offers a flexible M.Ed. or certificate for educators. This online course, available in full-time or part-time modes, takes between one and four years to complete. It focuses on developing instructional mentors and policy experts within the school environment.

The English department from James Madison University emphasizes preparation for Ph.D. work and advanced training both for secondary education teachers and those for whom an M.A. in English would enhance career options.

The School of Music from James Madison University offers a Music degree program that provides students with the necessary opportunities to achieve the highest degree of musical development and professional training. They are seeking candidates who have the potential to pursue the highest level of achievement in conducting/performance and teaching.

The professors have real-world experience and understand the practical knowledge and skills that graduates need to move ahead and stay ahead of the herd. So join the Sport and Recreation Leadership degree at James Madison University. 

The mission of the Art program offered by James Madison University is to support artistic growth beyond the level of the baccalaureate.

The Biology graduate program from James Madison University is a thesis/research program for students who wish to continue the study of biology as a scholarly pursuit and who later continue work toward the Ph.D., work for industry or government, or wish to teach, primarily in two-year colleges.

This Athletic Training major at James Madison University prepares students to sit for the national certification examination through the Board of Certification, Inc.

Join the Writing, Rhetoric and Technical Communication at James Madison University and learn writing, research, and design skills to enhance your career opportunities. The program draws from academic and industry practices to prepare students for careers in professional writing, digital storytelling, document design, usability studies, content creation, and more.

The Special Education - Behavior Specialist program at James Madison University is designed to develop and enhance each student's personal and professional growth as an effective, reflective and resilient educator.

The School Counseling programme at James Madison University is a comprehensive M.Ed. and Ed.S. course designed for aspiring educators. This full-time public programme lasts two years, preparing students for K-12 licensure through a curriculum accredited by CACREP and focused on diverse student support.

The History program offered by the James Madison University serves multiple audiences. Since historians today practice their discipline in a variety of careers, we offer a concentration in local/regional/public history. 

The Political Science - European Union Policy Studies M.A. at James Madison University is an intensive 10-month programme based in Florence, Italy. This full-time public course offers a global perspective on policymaking. Students develop professional expertise through immersive learning in a unique international setting.

The Physician Assistant Studies program offered by the James Madison University prepares students for clinical positions as primary care physician assistants.

The Kinesiology - Exercise Physiology programme at James Madison University is a full-time, two-year Master of Science degree. Delivered on-campus, this public course offers both thesis and non-thesis tracks. It focuses on developing leaders who use physical activity to maximise human potential and improve society.