Gifted and talented learners of all ages benefit from responsive, challenging, and appropriately designed instruction that nurtures their advanced potential. The Master of Science in Educational Psychology with a Concentration in Gifted and Talented Education prepares educators, administrators, and specialists to recognize and meet the diverse academic, social, and emotional needs of gifted and talented students through comprehensive identification practices, advanced curriculum design, talent development, and supportive learning environments.

The "Executive Summer-to-Summer" program consists of 33 hours, all of which are available online. Courses begin in May and include rotations of consecutive 3-week, 5-week, and 8-week courses. The flexibility of this program makes it ideal for the classroom teacher. 

Graduates will also be prepared for doctoral coursework in this area, should they decide to continue their education.

Top 3 Careers

  • Gifted and Talented Coordinator/Administrator
  • Gifted and Talented Specialist
  • K-12 Advanced Academics Teacher

How it Works

  • Earn a master’s degree in as little as 15 months (33 hours) or go at a slower pace
  • 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 start points during the year

Educational Psychology Faculty