39 Master's degrees offered by the university

The mission of Western Illinois University's Counseling - School Counseling program is to prepare a socially responsible, diverse student, faculty and staff population to lead in the global society.  

Earn your Master of Music Education from Western Illinois University, 100% online. Explore the latest methods/research and immediately apply them in your classroom. Designed for current K-12 teachers to be able to earn an advanced degree while remaining in their current position.

The Department of Educational Studies offers a Master of Science in College Student Personnel at Western Illinois University, which prepares professionals to be effective leaders and reflective practitioners doing socially and ethically responsible work in the field of student affairs.

The M.A. in English at Western Illinois University allows students to develop individualized plans of study which suit their professional goals.

The masters program in the Department of Mathematics at Western Illinois University provides an alternative to the traditional programs by preparing students who would pursue a career in business, industry, or government, as well as to train mathematicians who would pursue further study towards a doctoral degree. 

The Department of Political Science at Western Illinois University offers an intensive program of study and guided research to qualified applicants holding a Bachelor’s degree. 

The School of Education offers at Western Illinois University provides a comprehensive graduate academic program in Educational Leadership that offers Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed.), Education Specialist (Ed.S.), and Educational Doctorate (Ed.D.) degrees.

The Master of Arts degree in Communication at Western Illinois University emphasizes both theoretical and applied knowledge. The general communication program offers students higher levels of knowledge, skills, theory, research, and practical experience in the communication discipline. 

The Department of History’s MA program at Western Illinois University is designed to train students in the methodological and theoretical components of academic history and in broad areas of historical study and analysis. The program prepares students for careers in teaching, academia, law, public and government service, publishing, research, as well as other professions.

The Psychology Department at Western Illinois University offers work leading to a Master of Science in Psychology - General Experimental Psychology degree.

 Western Illinois University's program in Public Health is an interdisciplinary field aimed at promoting health and preventing disease, disability, and premature death through education-driven behavior change activities designed for individuals, groups, and communities. 

This Masters of Science in Teaching Mathematics ( MSTM ) degree from Western Illinois University   is designed for current teachers of secondary mathematics and the courses will all be offered in an online format

The Business Administration (Online)program offered by Western Illinois University is tailored to working professionals seeking an AACSB accredited program with flexibility. With 8 week accelerated core courses, students may take two courses per semester without overlapping deadlines. 

Our Master of Music program at Western Illinois University offers ten different areas of specialization and a wide assortment of course offerings.

The Master of Arts in Law Enforcement and Justice Administration degree at Western Illinois University is designed to provide a course of study for those currently employed in criminal justice and related fields of academe.

The primary aim of the Western Illinois University graduate Educational Studies program is to assist in the development of highly competent, flexible, and empowered practitioners who will have a positive impact on student learning, their immediate professional setting, and their profession as a whole. 

Health Sciences at Western Illinois University is an interdisciplinary field aimed at promoting health and preventing disease, disability, and premature death through education-driven behavior change activities designed for individuals, groups, and communities. Graduate-level health educators are generally hired as directors of health education/promotion programs in a variety of settings.

The School of Computer Sciences at Western Illinois University offers a Master of Science degree in Computer Science. The program emphasizes technical and professional education that integrates academic course work with extensive projects. 

The School of Education offers a Master of Science in Education degree in Educational Studies -  Professional Education at Western Illinois University, which is offered entirely online.