University of North Texas 
The Educational Psychology Master of Science with a concentration in Family Policy and Program Administration is designed to prepare students for a career in administering/directing programs that serve individuals, children and families. From program administration to grant writing courses, this program enhances skills centered on understanding organizational and government policies that impact families, as well as cultivating knowledge of current relationships in families through a culturally responsive lens. This program takes a Family Science approach and considers the 10 content areas of NCFR’s Family Life Education with the option of becoming a Certified Family Life Educator.
Top 3 Careers
- Family and Child Program Administrator
- Family Intervention Specialist
- Family Education Advocate
How it Works
- Earn a master’s degree in as little as 15 months (33 hours) or go at a slower pace
- Courses offered on a rotation schedule via two 8-week terms during the fall and spring semesters and 3-week, 5-week and 10-week terms during the summer
- 5 different starting points during the year.
Apply to the Department of Educational Psychology
- Two written letters of recommendation from academic and/or professional references. These letters must be specifically written for the current application, signed by the reference, and printed on his/her official letterhead. Personal references are not accepted.
- Professional resume that delineates previous work, educational experiences, membership and involvement in professional organizations, and scholarly activities.
- Personal statement between 1-3 pages that explicitly addresses your goals and rationale for applying to the desired concentration and degree at UNT.
- GRE scores are waived for admission purposes if you have at least a 3.25 from your undergraduate program (as calculated by UNT). If your GPA is lower than 3.25, you must submit GRE scores.
- All departmental application materials must be received within three months of the submitted online application. You can begin submitting departmental materials before receiving a decision from Toulouse Graduate School about graduate school admission.
All departmental admission decisions are based on a holistic review of the applicant's submitted materials. Applicants that are strong in all areas will have first priority for admission.
How to Apply
Send all application inquiries to:
Devyn.Dougherty@unt.edu
Coordinator of Graduate Admissions
University of North Texas
Department of Educational Psychology
1155 Union Circle #311335
Denton, TX 76203-5017
Email: Devyn.Dougherty@unt.edu
The Master of Science with a major in educational psychology requires 33 hours of graduate course work.
Educational psychology core, 6 hours
- EPSY 5000 - Introduction to Educational Psychology
- EPSY 5050 - Foundations of Educational Research Methodology
Required concentration courses, 18 hours
Family policy and program administration
- EPSY 5033 - Practicum, Field Experience or Internship
- EPSY 5060 - Introduction to Program Evaluation
- EPSY 5210 - Educational Statistics
- EPSY 5250 - Grant Proposal Writing Techniques
- EPSY 5413 - Family Relationships
- EPSY 5453 - Family Law and Policy
Electives, 6 hours
Selected in consultation with advisor
Capstone course, 3 hours
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Financial Aid
UNT offers a variety of options to help finance your education. Visit financialaid.unt.edu to find out more about the application and award process.
UNT has been named one of America's 100 Best College Buys© for 25 consecutive years and offers the quality of a private university at an affordable cost.
Applying for financial aid
- Apply for financial aid online at fafsa.gov. The application is required for all types of financial aid, including Pell and other federal grants, state grants and loans. The FAFSA and Renewal FAFSA are available annually.
- You must enroll in 6 hours (over one or two online sessions) in order to be eligible for financial aid.
- Financial aid awards will be disbursed 10 days prior to the first day of class. Awards will not disburse if you are enrolled in only 3 credit hours.
- Contact Student Financial Aid and Scholarships at 940-565-2302 or by visiting online at financialaid.unt.edu