Graduate Programs

Adult and Higher Education

The M.Ed. in Adult and Higher Education program is designed for those who desire to teach, consult, or administer education programs, materials and policies targeted to diverse adult populations. 

Fall 2020 Application Deadline: June 1, 2020

Spring 2021 Application Deadline: February 1, 2021

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Language and Literacy

The Language and Literacy Program starts a new cohort in the Winter Quarter of odd-numbered years. Admission may be available for Fall or Spring Quarter with adviser permission. For more information, please contact Dr. Tracy Coskie (360-650-2164)

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Rehabilitation Counseling

This 90-credit graduate program combines required courses and field experiences, leading to a Master of Arts in Rehabilitation Counseling.  

Priority Application Deadline: April 1, 2020

Application Deadline: June 1, 2020

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Education Leadership

The Education Leadership program is designed to prepare elementary and secondary school teachers and ESAs to assume leadership roles as principals, vice principals, program and department leaders, or instructional technology specialists.

Application Deadlines:

  • Fall: August 1, 2020
  • Winter: October 1, 2020
  • Spring: February 1, 2021
  • Summer: May 1, 2021

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Master in Teaching, Secondary

The Master in Teaching (MIT) program is designed for candidates who wish to complete a master’s degree while gaining state of Washington residency certification to teach at the secondary level (middle and high school). Available both in Bellingham and Everett.

Fall 2020 Application Deadline: February 1, 2020

Spring 2021 Application Deadline: September 1, 2020