45 Master's degrees offered by the university

The Reading and Writing Education programme at Murray State University is a 30-credit Master of Arts in Education (M.A.E.D.) designed for educators. This flexible online course can be completed in 1.5 to 2 years, offering part-time study options for professionals seeking to become literacy specialists or coaches.

The Mathematics programme at Murray State University is a comprehensive Master of Science degree designed for advanced professional or academic pursuits. This full-time course offers flexible pathways in applied mathematics and allied fields, providing students with the rigorous training required for doctoral study or industry roles.

The Earth and Environmental Sciences - Environmental Geology programme at Murray State University provides a comprehensive scientific education. This undergraduate degree focuses on Earth systems and sustainable futures through expert instruction. Students benefit from state-of-the-art laboratories and versatile local landscapes.

The English programme at Murray State University is a 30-hour Master of Arts degree designed for educators and literature enthusiasts. This flexible course is available fully online and can be completed in just two years. It offers a comprehensive foundation in research methods alongside British and American literary studies.

The Master of Arts in Postsecondary Education Administration (PSE) from Murray State University prepares emerging leaders to become transformational practitioners of higher education and student affairs.

Murray State University offers a unique curriculum designed to introduce you to the profession of Occupational Therapy through current research, clinical experiences, and interprofessional collaboration with other health care professionals.

Murray State University’s MPA program offers students a chance to develop their areas of specialization with various concentrations options. One of them being Public Administration with a concentration in Non-Profit Leadership Studies.

The Master of Science in Nutrition from Murray State University has a rigorous and fast-paced curriculum; and supervised practice experiences are planned to provide a progression from direct supervision to working independently with little supervision during the Advanced Practice rotation at the end of your training. 

The Business Administration program offered in the Arthur J. Bauernfeind College of Business at Murray State University has a long and rigorous tradition of excellence in business and management education, and a recognized capacity for meeting the educational needs and challenges of MBA students in the 21st Century.

Effective communication is essential for any workplace. With a master’s degree in Organizational Communication from Murray State University, you’ll gain the skills employers look for in leaders. 

Broaden your career in the public service sector with the skills you will gain in the Master of Public Administration with a concentration in Public and Community Health Online program from Murray State University. As part of this program, you will develop essential skills in policy-making and public communication. You will also focus on health counseling, environmental health and health behavior.

The Master of Arts in Mathematics degree is designed to provide students with the opportunity to study graduate level mathematics so that they may obtain preferred employment in mathematics with government or industry, teach at the junior college level or be better prepared to teach at the secondary school level, or continue working toward a doctor of philosophy degree.

Become an in-demand professional with the valuable skills you will acquire in the Master of Science in Cybersecurity Management Online program from Murray State University. 

Murray State University’s MPA program offers students a chance to develop their areas of specialization with various concentrations options. One of them being Public Administration with a concentration in Health Administration.

The Teacher Leader - Special Education Learning and Behavior Disorders at Murray State University is a comprehensive graduate programme. This advanced degree focuses on mild disabilities, including learning and behaviour disorders. It offers a professional pathway for certified teachers to enhance their expertise through flexible study.

The Special Education - Moderate to Severe Disabilities Certification (P-12) at Murray State University is a specialised graduate-level programme for certified teachers. This professional curriculum focuses on advanced pedagogical techniques for diverse learners, requiring a 3.0 GPA for successful completion and certification.

The History programme at Murray State University offers an advanced Master of Arts degree focusing on American, European, and global historical perspectives. This postgraduate course is designed for full-time or part-time study, providing students with the analytical skills required for doctoral research or professional careers.

The Teacher Leader in Secondary Education at Murray State University is a professional Master of Arts in Education programme. This 30-hour curriculum is designed for educators seeking Rank II certification and leadership roles. Delivered with flexible study options, it empowers teachers to excel without entering administration.

The Master of Arts in Education, Special Education - Mild Learning and Behavior Disorders at Murray State University is a 31-credit hour postgraduate programme. Designed for certified teachers, this degree offers a pathway to Rank II certification through flexible study, focusing on supporting students with diverse needs.

The Watershed Science programme at Murray State University is an interdisciplinary M.S. degree designed for future water resource leaders. This full-time course utilizes three specialized research centres to provide a unique approach to aquatic ecosystems, preparing students for advanced scientific careers or further doctoral study.