124 Master's degrees offered by the university

The Elementary Education (UACM) programme at Georgia State University is a public M.A.T. degree designed for urban teaching. This 36-hour course includes an ESOL endorsement and takes five to six semesters to complete. It is ideal for degree holders seeking initial certification to teach pre-kindergarten to 5th grade.

The School Psychology programme at Georgia State University is a public, concurrent M.Ed./Ed.S. course designed for aspiring educational specialists. Over a minimum of 79 semester hours, students engage in comprehensive training to manage child development and learning challenges within diverse school environments.

The Educational Leadership and Add-on Certification at Georgia State University is a 36-hour M.Ed. programme. Delivered in public study mode via the Atlanta campus or online, it prepares students for Tier I leadership roles. Candidates develop essential skills to lead school improvement and enhance student outcomes.

The Applied Behavior Analysis M.S. at Georgia State University is a 36-credit master programme delivered in a public study mode. This Atlanta-based course prepares scientist-practitioners to use evidence-based behavioral change strategies across diverse settings, offering a professional path toward BCBA certification.

The M.A.T. in English Education at Georgia State University is a 36-credit postgraduate programme designed for aspiring teachers. Delivered in a public study mode at the Atlanta campus, this full-time course spans four to five semesters, preparing bachelor's graduates for professional teacher certification in Georgia.

The standalone Sociology MA program offered at Georgia State University trains social researchers who do not necessarily plan to pursue a career in academia. Students in this program can receive training in social research skills that can allow them to work in industry or the non-profit sector as qualitative and quantitative researchers.

Georgia State University has one of the most highly regarded terminal M.A. programs in Philosophy in the country,  with strong placement into prestigious Ph.D. programs and a lauded teacher-training program.

The Mathematics Education Online M.Ed. program offered at Georgia State University seeks to advance early- and mid-career mathematics teachers’ ability to effectively implement standards-based instructional practices.

The Literacy Education Online M.Ed. program offered at Georgia State University is designed to prepare certified teachers and education professionals to serve as leaders in literacy education.

The Philosophy, Politics, and Economics M.I.S. program offered at Georgia State University prepares students for a range of careers in government, public service, entrepreneurship and the corporate world.

The Master of Laws LLM program offered at Georgia State University helps graduates of foreign and U.S. law schools advance their legal careers.

The M.P.H. in Public Health - Environmental Health at Georgia State University is a 42-credit hour programme delivered over approximately two years. Available in-person or via a public online study mode, this degree focuses on identifying environmental threats and designing interventions to protect community well-being.

The M.A. in World Languages and Applied Intercultural Studies at Georgia State University is a public, full-time programme completed over four semesters. It focuses on developing intercultural competency and advanced linguistic skills to prepare students for global careers through innovative, career-ready curriculum and practical experience.

The M.Mus. Music - Choral Conducting at Georgia State University is a two-year, full-time master’s programme delivered at the Atlanta campus. This public study mode course provides intensive podium time and professional training for talented conductors, requiring 36 semester hours of advanced graduate coursework.

The M.Mus. in Music Education at Georgia State University is a comprehensive, fully online programme designed for working professionals. Spanning two years, this 36-credit hour course offers a public study mode that integrates advanced pedagogy with research to enhance instructional skills and career progression.

The Music - Orchestral Conducting programme at Georgia State University is a comprehensive M.Mu. degree designed for aspiring leaders. This full-time course, delivered in a public study mode over four semesters, focuses on podium time and professional leadership to prepare students for elite conducting careers.

The M.Sc. in Sports Administration at Georgia State University is a professional master's programme designed for the global sports business industry. This public study mode course requires 36 semester hours and is based at the Atlanta campus, offering students a high-ranking curriculum to advance their management careers.

The Quantitative Risk Analysis and Management M.Sc. at Georgia State University is a STEM-designated programme offered in public study mode. Over 16 months, students master financial modelling and risk science. This advanced degree combines data analytics with fintech expertise to prepare experts for global financial markets.

The Social Foundations of Education M.S. at Georgia State University is a 36-credit master's programme delivered in a flexible online study mode. This interdisciplinary course explores educational inequities through the lenses of race, class, and gender, typically completed over four semesters or 1.5 years of study.

The Educational Psychology M.S. at Georgia State University is a 36-credit online programme focused on the science of learning and behavioural change. This public study mode degree offers concentrations in General studies, Adult Literacy, or Development and Social Justice, preparing students for research and professional roles.