Graduate Programs - Introduction
Expanding your future
Are you considering advancing your education? The Department of Curriculum and Instruction at Iowa State University offers a wide range of graduate programs. Our award-winning faculty will help you tailor your program to stimulate your learning, and hone your teaching. Meet your individual goals and expand your future. Blaze your path at Iowa State. You will find yourself in great company, such as these leading educators:
"As a faculty member at a major research university, I realize how the coursework and mentoring I received has so thoroughly prepared me to ask key questions that contribute to advances in my particular field of scholarship. The ability to construct and act upon such questions has been a great "gift" from my graduate education at Iowa State." Mark Windschitl Ph.D. Education Assistant Professor of Science Education University of Washington--Seattle
"Practitioner research requires a teacher to reflect on what is actually going on in the classroom and to revise or refine lessons that more effectively engage learners. Completing my degrees in curriculum and instruction at Iowa State taught me to value theory as woven into practice in my classroom." Lois Yocum M.S. and Ph.D. in Education National Board Certified, Language Arts/Publications Teacher Anson Middle School Marshalltown Community Schools
"The graduate programs in curriculum and instruction at Iowa State University provide a solid foundation for anyone with the desire to lead Iowa schools." Greg Davis M.S. Curriculum and Instructional Technology Director of Technology Des Moines Public Schools School Board Member Newton School District State PTA Chairperson
"My major professor helped me structure a well thought out program of study that optimized my graduate experience." Kris Harrington M.S. Education (Special Education) Resource Teacher Eagle Grove High School Eagle Grove Community Schools
Expanding futures...
Join the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, where a large, award-winning faculty offers breadth of opportunity in learning and teaching as well as education research the kind of opportunities that challenge your mind, increase your experience, and expand your future.
Providing wide-ranging opportunities...
If you aspire to a career in education research, consider the Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Science degrees. If you want to expand your knowledge and experience as an education practitioner, consider the Master of Education degree. If you seek licensure, but not an advanced degree, consider an endorsement program.
Advancing careers...
Upon completion of their programs, curriculum and instruction students pursue a variety of career opportunities. Most Ph.D. graduates purse careers in higher education, while some choose to enter business and industry and others become leaders in classrooms, schools, local education agencies, area education agencies, or human service organizations. Master's students assume leadership positions in education, as well as business and industry.
