Measurement, Evaluation, & Statistics

Measurement, Evaluation, & Statistics


The Measurement, Evaluation, & Statistics program provides training for a number of careers in a wide range of applied research settings, testing organizations, and industries. Graduate students pursue a course of study in either Applied Statistics or Measurement & Evaluation. We offer specialized knowledge in test theory, experimental design, instrument development and validation, and quantitative analysis of educational and psychological data.

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The M.S. in Applied Statistics (32-credits) provides training for a number of data-science positions in applied research settings, testing organizations, and businesses. The degree requires three semesters of full-time study, and students can complete the program in one year (fall/spring/summer). 

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The Ed.M. in Measurement and Evaluation (60-credits) is a two-year master's degree. It provides training for a number of positions in educational research bureaus and testing organizations. Coursework includes psychometric theory, program evaluation in the social sciences and public health, quantitative methods, research methods, and psychology.

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The Ph.D. in Measurement & Evaluation (75-credits) is designed to prepare graduates for careers in a wide range of educational settings. Graduates acquire specialized knowledge and skills in test theory, test and instrument development and validation, program evaluation, and quantitative analysis of educational and psychological data. 

A doctorate is required for most college teaching positions and for positions of professional responsibility in testing organizations, departments of education, and licensure and certification boards. The Ph.D. is appropriate for individuals with strong quantitative and technical skills who wish to focus on theoretical issues in measurement and evaluation or who have a strong background in a substantive area of psychology in which they wish to further the development and application of measurement techniques.

Both the Ph.D. and Ed.D. are accepted as qualification for faculty positions in schools of education in the United States.

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The Ed.D. in Measurement & Evaluation (90-credits) is designed to prepare graduates for careers in a wide range of educational settings. Graduates acquire specialized knowledge and skills in test theory, test and instrument development and validation, program evaluation, and quantitative analysis of educational and psychological data. 

A doctorate is required for most college teaching positions and for positions of professional responsibility in testing organizations, departments of education, and licensure and certification boards. The Ed.D. is appropriate for individuals who wish to focus on the application of measurement and evaluation techniques in education, psychology, and business and industry.

Both the Ed.D. and Ph.D. are accepted as qualification for faculty positions in schools of education in the United States.

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