Youngstown State University

Master of Arts in American Studies

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Master of Arts in American studies program is designed to provide students with train­ing in the content, theory, and methods for studying the history and culture of the United States and is designed to provide both training and experience in developing and implementing public humanities and educational programs. Special emphasis is placed on the application of the hu­manities in community, museum, and school settings.

The Master of Arts in American Studies program can be completed in 36 credit hours and offers 6 concentrations.

First students will choose one of four areas: American History, Cultural Studies, Working-Class Studies, or Public History. Then students can choose tracks in Public Practice (for developing programs) or Teaching (for secondary school).

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Master of Arts in Art Education

Fall Application Deadline: May 15
Spring Application Deadline: October 15
Summer Application Deadline: February 15

The on campus Master of Arts in Art Education program is designed to give art educators an opportunity to further develop artistic, pedagogical, scholarly, research, and leadership capabilities through in-depth study in studio, art history and art education theory. Students in the program will explore theory and research, painting, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking, graphic design, and photography to prepare them for teaching in a K-12 art program.

The MA in Art Education is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).

The program can be completed in 36-38 credit hours.

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Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing

Fall Application Deadline: February 1st

The on campus Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing is part of the Northeast Ohio MFA consortium. The NEOMFA draws its faculty from departments at Youngstown State University, Cleveland State University, Kent State University, and The University of Akron, providing students a vast network of faculty and resources to draw from. The M.F.A. prepares graduates to pursue opportunities in arts management; in many areas of communication, publicity, and marketing; and in teaching creative writing, literature, and expository writing.

The Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing program can be completed in 48 credit hours.The six areas of coursework in the M.F.A. are Writing Workshops, Craft and Theory Courses, Literature courses, an Internship, Electives and a Thesis.

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Master of Arts in English

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Master of Arts in English program prepares graduates to pursue opportunities in teaching, professional writing, and further graduate study. Students are encouraged to explore a variety of approaches to the study of literature, language, and writing and to develop their abilities as readers, critics, writers, and teachers.Working closely with their advisors, students design individual programs to meet their inter­ests and goals.

Students have the option of choosing between two tracks: the Literature track focused more on linguistics and teaching; or the Professional and Technical Writing track focused more on communication theory and document designed and production.

The program requires 30 credit hours of coursework in English, during which students complete and present a thesis or portfolio of their representative work to a faculty review committee.

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Master of Arts in History

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Master of Arts in History program pro­vides students the knowledge base for those pursuing history as an avocation. Students will take a variety of courses in American, European and transnational history so they can study in a global sense. Through an agreement between the YSU Department of History and the Ohio History Connection there are opportunities for students to get hands-on experience.The program concentrates on research and primary materials, written analysis of research results, study of important mono­graphs in all fields of history, and training in a number of specialized fields, such as oral history and historic preservation.

Students have 3 tracks to choose from: Track I Historic Preservation (30 semester hours), Track II Museum Studies (33 semester hours) and Track Track III MA in History with Certificate in Applied History (33 credit hours).

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Master of Fine Arts Interdisciplinary Visual Arts

Fall Application Deadline: April 1st

The on campus Master of Fine Arts in Interdisciplinary Visual Arts is a two-year residency program with 60 semester credit hours, as required under the guidelines from the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD), the accrediting agency for art institutions of higher learning. The MFA in Interdisciplinary Visual Arts is unique in that it will require students to examine and integrate the methods, theory, skills and insights from two or more traditional or non-traditional visual arts with non-art coursework.

The program is highly flexible to allow students unfettered access to the excellent faculty and resources within the Department of Art and provides the opportunity to connect with diverse faculty outside of the visual arts from the University at large.The primary goal of this program is to educate Interdisciplinary visual artists who have the potential to contribute to and move forward the dialogue of contemporary art in the 21st century.

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Master of Music

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Master of Music Program is is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), and explores theory and composition, history, education, pedagogy, and literature. The program is through the Dana School of Music, designated an All-Steinway School, featuring 68 Steinway pianos in addition to six mechanical action organs, two harpsichords, an electronic music laboratory, and 80 acoustically treated practice rooms, all housed in the $6 million Bliss Hall.

Students can also further focus their studies by choosing tracks in:

• Music Education (38 credit hours)
• Music History and Literature (37-38 credit hours)
• Music Theory and Composition (41-42 credit hours)
• Jazz Studies (34 credit hours)
• Music Performance (38 credit hours)
• Music Performance in Conducting (38 credit hours)

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Master of Accountancy

Fall Application Deadline: July
15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Master of Accountancy (MAcc) degree is designed to promote advanced professional competencies and to enhance opportunities for career success. Heavy emphasis is placed on the application of theory to actual practice so that graduates will immediately be able to add value to business organizations. Graduates of this program will be prepared for the CPA or CMA exam in Ohio or Pennsylvania, be able to demonstrate knowledge in leadership, address social responsibility, communicate clearly, and use tax resources in decision making.

The (MAcc) program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International. Fewer than one-third of the 1200 business schools in the United States have earned this prestigious accreditation.

The MAcc program requires 30 credit hours of coursework.

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Master of Arts in Economics

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Master of Arts in economics program is designed to provide students with a background in applied economics which would lead to professional employment in business, government, or education. Special emphasis is placed on the use of data analysis to investigate public policy issues and business decisions.

The program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International. Fewer than one-third of the 1200 business schools in the United States have earned this prestigious accreditation.

The MA in Economics program requires 30 credit hours of coursework.

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Master of Arts in Financial Economics

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The Master of Arts in financial economics program is designed to provide students with a background in economic theory and to teach students how to analyze financial markets. This program is intended to lead to professional employment in the financial services industry, in­cluding banking, insurance, and financial advising.

The program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International. Fewer than one-third of the 1200 business schools in the United States have earned this prestigious accreditation.

Coursework in the program includes: coverage of micro- and macroeconomic theory, econometrics, financial markets, management of financial capital, and analysis of the valuation of stocks. The program can be completed on campus or online.

The MA in Financial Economics program requires 30 credit hours of coursework.

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Master of Business Administration

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)

The Master of Business Administration program is designed primarily to prepare individuals for increasing levels of managerial responsibilities and executive positions. The program provides qualified individuals with a working-knowledge of accounting, finance, management, and marketing, as well as their interrelationships and applications.

The Master of Business Administration program is fully accredited by the Association to Ad­vance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International. Fewer than one-third of the 1200 business schools in the United States have earned this prestigious accreditation.

Students have the option of choosing an on campus or online program to complete their degree. All students in either flexible format will gain skills in strategic thinking, leadership, problem solving, and more.

The MBA program requires 38-40 credit hours of coursework.

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Master of Arts in Professional Communication

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Master of Arts in Professional Communication program is ideal for students looking to advance their skills and knowledge in a well-rounded program covering communications, marketing, and professional writing. In profit and non-profit, academic or non-academic settings, the program learning outcomes will be beneficial to anyone, but especially to managers and administrators. Students will learn to understand the communication discipline, our relationship to other disciplines, debates and differences, and your own specialization in the field.

The MA in Professional Communication can be completed in 36 credit hours whether you choose the capstone or thesis track.

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Master of Science in Education – Educational Administration

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

In the Educational Administration MSEd program, students will explore courses in leadership and administration. The program prepares reflective administrative practitioners who are capable of providing effective management and instructional leadership in public and nonpublic school settings. The coursework will build a solid foundation for students to pursue careers as leaders in an educational setting. Students will be able to manage school building organization, operations, and resources in a way that promotes a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment.

The Educational Administration MSEd program can be completed on campus in 30 credit hours.

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Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership

Fall Application Deadline: April 1st

The Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) program in educational leadership provides terminal professional preparation for administrators in public and nonpublic schools and health and human service organizations, especially, but not exclusively, those working in the northeastern Ohio and western Pennsylvania areas served by the University. The program focuses on the preparation of professionally committed practitioners who reflect the current state of knowledge and best practice in educational leadership.Central to the prepa­ration of such professionals are the refinement and transmission of competencies in the areas of scholarship, instruction, leadership, management, external relations, and personal development

The (Ed.D.) program is 61 credit hours and can be completed on campus.

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Master of Science in Education – Special Education

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Master of Science in Education Special Education program is ideal for educators looking to specialize in working with special education students. The program seeks to meet the educational and service needs of Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania. Upon completion of this program, students will be prepared for the Ohio licensure exam. Graduates from this program have served the area as Special Education teachers, Intervention Specialists, and Special Education Professionals.

The Master of Science – Special Education graduate degree program is accredited by the National Council Association of Teacher Education (NCATE).

Students have two tracks to choose from:

• Autism and Related Disabilities (33 credit hours)
• Intervention Specialist Mild/Moderate Disabilities (37 credit hours)

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Master of Science in Education – Teacher Education

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Master’s Degree Teacher Education programs provide advanced professional preparation for teach­ers. These programs focus on the development of professional practitioners committed to quality teaching and the belief that all children can learn. Central to the development of such professionals is the refinement of competencies in the areas of scholarship, teaching, leadership, management, communication, and interpersonal relations.

The master’s programs in the Department of Teacher Education are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

There are three tracks students can choose from to better focus their studies:

• Content Area Concentration (33 credit hours)
• Curriculum and Instruction (33 credit hours)
• Literacy (33 credit hours)

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Master of Science in Engineering – Chemical Engineering

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Master’s in Chemical Engineering program provides students with the scientific and professional knowledge necessary for their field of interest and develops student abilities to formulate solutions to new and complex problems in the context of current environmental, social, and economic considerations. Chemical engineers apply scientific and engineering knowledge to design and produce a wide variety of consumer and industrial products, including food, fuels, plastics, pharmaceuticals, etc. Global career opportunities for graduates can be in the chemical, biomedical, nuclear, pharmaceutical, and energy fields.

Students have the following options in terms of degree plan:

• 30 credit hours for the thesis plan
• 33 credit hours for the non-thesis plan
• 36 credit hours for the management plan

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Master of Science in Engineering – Civil and Environmental Engineering

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Master’s in Civil and Environmental Engineering provides students with advanced scientific and engineering knowl­edge in their field of interest and develops their abilities to formulate solutions to new and complex problems in the context of current environmental, social, and economic consid­erations. Civil and environmental engineers apply scientific and engineering knowledge to protect and improve the infrastructure, public health and environment. Graduates find fulfilling careers in public and private industries and consulting practices, and are prepared for doctoral-level work leading to research/teaching careers.

The civil and environmental engineering program offers opportunities for advanced study in two main areas: structural/geotechnical engineering and environmental/water resources engineering.

Students have the following options in terms of degree plan:

• 30 credit hours for the thesis plan
• 33 credit hours for the non-thesis plan
• 36 credit hours for the management plan

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Master of Science in Engineering – Electrical and Computer Engineering

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Master’s in Electrical and Computer Engineering program offers diverse educa­tional opportunities with its high-standard multi­disci­plinary curriculum. The program prepares its students to advance their mathematical knowledge and application of electrical engineering. The degree program is designed to provide graduate students with the knowledge and skills to excel in professional careers and/or pursue a PhD or doctorate degree in engineering.

Students will enhance their technical writing and oral communication skills, as well as obtain depth of knowledge in specific electrical engineering disciplines.

Students have the following options in terms of degree plan:

• 30 credit hours for the thesis plan
• 33 credit hours for the non-thesis plan
• 36 credit hours for the management plan

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Online Master of Science in Engineering – Engineering Management

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The Online Master of Science in Engineering Management program offers students the ability to experience a combinations of business and engineering courses to prepare them for a career in a technical organization. Demand is increasing for technical professionals with strong managerial capabilities. This unique program draws from faculty and resources from both the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics and the Williamson College of Business Administration at YSU.

The Management option for this program allows you to either build upon what you know about being a manager, or gain the expertise needed to move up within your organization.

Students have the following options in terms of degree plan:

• 30 credit hours for the thesis plan
• 33 credit hours for the non-thesis plan
• 36 credit hours for the management plan

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Master of Science in Engineering – Industrial & Systems Engineering

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Master’s in Industrial and Systems Engineering program provides opportunities for interdisciplinary gradu­ate studies toward the Master of Science in Engineering with specialization in engineering man­agement or industrial/manufacturing systems engineering. Students can also pursue study focused on specialized areas of industrial and systems engineering, such as operations research. Graduates of the program will be prepared to pursue careers in consulting, data analysis, quality control, logistics, and more.

Students have the following options in terms of degree plan:

• 30 credit hours for the thesis plan
• 33 credit hours for the non-thesis plan
• 36 credit hours for the management plan

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Master of Science in Engineering – Mechanical Engineering

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Master of Science in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering program offers students a specialization within general mechanical engineering disciplines. Specializations are available in the areas of mechanical analysis/design and fluid thermal system. The Department of Mechanical Engineering has excellent computer and laboratory facili­ties that provide for the following design and research capabilities: solid modeling, FEA in stress analysis, structural dynamics and heat transfer, experimental stress analysis, vibrations and noise control, computational and experimental heat transfer and fluid dynamics, and advanced machine design.

Students have the following options in terms of degree plan:

• 30 credit hours for the thesis plan
• 33 credit hours for the non-thesis plan
• 36 credit hours for the management plan

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Master of Athletic Training

Fall Application Deadline: February 15th

The on campus Master of Athletic Training (MAT) program will enable students to be able to plan, coordinate and supervise the administrative components of an athletic training program, comply with the most current BOC practice standards and state/federal regulations, and develop a commitment to lifelong learning and evidence-based clinical practice.

The primary program objectives are:

• Injury/Illness Prevention and Wellness Protection
• Clinical Evaluation and Diagnosis
• Immediate and Emergency Care
• Treatment and Rehabilitation
• Organizational and Professional Health and Well-being

The MAT program is 60 credit hours.

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Master of Arts in Gerontology

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

“The YSU Gerontology Master’s program prepared me for the next step in my career. Without the help of knowledgeable faculty, support in research endeavors, and a wide variety of internship options, I would not be pursuing a Ph.D. in this field.” — Nicole A. Viviano, Master of Arts in Gerontology, Class of 2018

The on campus Master of Arts in Gerontology program combines coursework in psychology, political science, social work, and human ecology. The foundation of the program helps students to succeed in advanced studies of health, risk factors, and disease in an aging population.The curriculum is designed from an interdisciplinary perspective of gerontology with a focus on epidemiology and health. Students will examine the relationship between demographic factors, such as gender, race, SES, and health and illness factors within the aging community.

The program consists of 36 credit hours.

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Doctor of Physical Therapy

Summer Application Deadline: September 30th

The on campus Doctor of Physical Therapy program is a professional program for the preparation of phys­ical therapists. The program is an entry-level, postbaccalaureate program consistent with the accreditation requirements of the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). Many of the courses are team-taught by faculty in a case-based approach that helps students keep clinical practice in mind. Practice labs typically have 2 or 3 full-time faculty supervising and instructing students. Also, students practice hands-on skills with faculty in our Pro Bono Clinic. Students will be able to formulate a differential diagnosis regarding a patient and judge if a patient is appropriate for physical therapy evaluation and treatment.

The program consists of 113 credit hours.

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Master of Respiratory Care

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The Master of Respiratory Care program will allow students to explore clinical research, grant writing, leadership development while gaining skills in education, management, and more. Upon completion of the program graduates will be cognizant of cultural differences within diverse patient populations and have an awareness of how those differences may affect the delivery of healthcare and outcomes. The many resources available to respiratory care practitioners through key professional organizations are also integrated throughout the program.

The program consists of 30 credit hours and can be completed online or on campus.

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Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th

The on campus Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis at Youngstown State University trains students in the theoretical and philosophical foundations of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA); research on basic and applied problems; and applied techniques in such areas as the treatment of institutionalized populations, work with the developmentally disabled, organizational behavior management, as well as a wide range of other applications. The purpose of the program will be to train students in behavior analysis through a balanced combination of in-class coursework and practical experience in community settings. As a result of this training, students will be qualified, and strongly encouraged, to become certified as Board Certified Behavior Analysts by the Behavior Analysis Certification Board (www.bacb.com).

The program consists of 42 credit hours.

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Master of Science in Education – Counseling

Fall Application Deadline: June 15th
Spring Application Deadline: October 15th
Summer Application Deadline: March 15th

The on campus Master of Science in Education in Counseling prepares individuals as professional counselors in the areas of clinical mental health counseling, school counseling, student affairs and college counseling, and addiction counseling. This program is designed to prepare graduates that have necessary knowledge, skills, and dispositions to best serve in mental health centers, schools, recovery centers, and colleges in the area. Accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), the program has received the 2015 ACES Outstanding Counselor Education Program Award and the 2014 NCACES Innovative Counselor Education Program Award.

Students have the following tracks to choose from:

• Addiction Counseling (66 credit hours)
• Clinical Mental Health Counseling (63 credit hours)
• School Counseling (54 credit hours)
• Student Affairs and College Counseling (51 credit hours)

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Master of Health and Human Services

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The Master of Health and Human Services program is designed for students from health and human services professions who require the skills and abilities for supervisory/managerial positions or who desire competence in health promotion and methods in the community. The program is offered both on campus in the evening and online for students looking for more flexibility.

Students can choose the track that best fits their interests and professional goals:

• Health Promotion
• Health Care Administration
• Health Informatics
• Physical Education

The program consists of 77-80 credit hours.

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Master of Education in Intervention Services

Summer Application Deadline: February 1st

In the on campus Master of Education in Intervention Services program students will explore different counseling methods to help students through a number of obstacles. Skills and knowledge learned in this program will benefit students moving on to the School Psychology program. This particular program serves as the as the initial degree required for admission to the Educational Specialist in School Psychology program. Courses reflect current advances in the field of school psychology and education. Students will be well prepared to serve all children /students and their families including those diagnosed with high and low incidence disabilities.

The program consists of 45 credit hours.

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Educational Specialist in School Psychology

Summer Application Deadline: January 31st

The on campus Educational Specialist in School Psychology program provides a curriculum that is comprehensive, integrated, and sequential. It follows the school psychology standards set forth by the State of Ohio, NASP, and the Council for the Accreditation of Education Preparation (CAEP). Courses reflect current advances in the field of school psychology and education. In addition, the program has a unique emphasis in low incidence disabilities. Students who successfully complete 45 credit hours of coursework are awarded the Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree in Intervention Services.

An additional 54 credit hours are required for the awarding of the Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in School Psychology. Candidates must also pass the PRAXIS II examination in school psychology for licensure in the State of Ohio and for certification by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP). Graduates will have knowledge and applied skills necessary to promote interventions and mental health services to develop student social and life skills.

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Master of Social Work

1 Year Program – Summer Application Deadline: March 15th

2 ,3, 4 Year Program – Fall Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Master of Social Work program prepares graduates for advanced social work practice with a wide range of clients within a wide range of agency settings. The primary focus of the program is on individuals and families. Graduates find employment the practice areas of mental health, medical social work, family services, schools, substance abuse treatment, developmental disabilities, child welfare, the courts among others. Graduates of the Master of Social Work program are eligible to apply for licensure as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW). Licensure is required for the majority of positions in the human services employment sector.

The MSW is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).

The regular program is 60 credit hours and the 1 year program is 39 credit hours of advanced social work classes.

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Master of Science in Nursing

Fall Application Deadline: February 1st

The on campus Master of Science in Nursing program is designed for baccalaureate-prepared nurses who have strong undergraduate foundations in critical thinking, decision-making, and nursing practice. The program is accredited by Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).

Students can choose one of the following clinical options:

• Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AG-ACNP)
• Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) (53 credit hours)
• Nurse Anesthetist (34 credit hours)
• Nurse Education (27 credit hours)

The Family Nurse Practitioner option focuses on the delivery of primary care to families and persons of all ages within the healthcare delivery system. The Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner option focuses on providing direct acute care to adult and older adult individuals and families. The Nursing Education option focuses on delivery of nursing and patient education to individuals in academic, health-care delivery and community settings. The Nurse Anesthetist option focuses on the administration of anesthesia to individuals requiring surgical and non-surgical diagnostic procedures.

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School Nurse Licensure Program

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)

Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), the on campus Master of Science in Nursing School Nurse program focuses on creating a safe and healthy space for students. Graduates are prepared to work in clinical practice and school health. Students seeking admission into the School Nurse Licensure Program must have a baccalaureate degree with coursework in growth and development, psychology, sociology, and community health. Students must be licensed to practice nursing in Ohio, or eligible to be licensed (graduate of an approved school of nursing).

The program consists of 15-17 credit hours.

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Master of Science in Criminal Justice

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The Master of Science in Criminal Justice program will prepare students to succeed with skills and knowledge of the justice process, crime prevention, legal intervention, business, and more. Criminal Justice faculty members are currently involved in research in police management theory, applied police management, correctional organization and treatment, crime statistics, and criminological theory. Students are encouraged to participate in this ongoing re­search.The program is offered on campus and online for added flexibility to the student.

Students can choose to do a Thesis Option of 30 credit hours or a Non-Thesis Option of 35 credit hours.

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Master of Public Health

Summer and Fall Application Deadline: January 15th

Consor­tium of Eastern Ohio Master of Public Health (CEOMPH). CEOMPH is a multidisciplinary, interdepartmental, and inter-institutional program that provides opportunities for graduate stud­ies in public health. It draws its faculty from several departments at The University of Akron, Cleveland State University, the Northeastern Ohio Medical University (NEOMED), Ohio University, and Youngstown State University. The program strives to produce respected and competent professionals able to improve public health practice, especially in eastern Ohio. Graduates of this program go on to work at Humana, Concord Care Center, and more.

The program is 42 credit hours and can be completed on campus or online.

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Master of Science in Biological Sciences

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Master of Science in Biological Sciences program provides both a strong foundation in fundamental principles and theories and an understanding of the advanced application of this information within the diverse disciplines of the life sciences. Students may pursue specific areas of specialization within and among these areas, including: ecology, microbiology, molecular biology, genetics, immunology, entomology, vertebrate physiology, neu­roendocrinology, neurobiology, cell biology, or human anatomy.

The department has exclusive use of two unique outdoor laboratories for field studies: the Youngstown State University Arboretum (a 115-acre reserve) and the Meander Reservoir (a 6,000-acre wildlife refuge and water impoundment), which collectively provide a valuable re­source for environmental biology.

Student can choose a Thesis Option consisting of 36 credit hours or a Non-thesis Option consisting of 38 credit hours.

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Master of Science in Chemistry

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Master of Science in Chemistry program prepares the student for practice as a professional chemist by teaching academic fundamentals, creative and independent thinking through independent study and research, and leadership skills through interaction with undergraduate students as graduate teaching assistants.The department has state-of-the-art instrumentation facilities and a wide assortment of instruments readily available for student and faculty research including: two powder- and three single-crys­tal X-ray diffractometers, a transmission electron microscope, a Focused Ion Beam/Scanning Electron Microscopy system, two 400 MHz NMRs, FTIR, ICP-AES, AA, GC-MS, LC-MS, high resolution MS, several HPLCs, X-ray fluorescence, thermogravimetric analyzers, differential scanning calorimeter, gel permeation chromatograph, diode array spectrophotometers, and electrochemi­cal systems.

Students in the program will able to choose one of the following concentrations include:

• Analytical Chemistry
• Biochemistry
• Inorganic Chemistry
• Materials Chemistry
• Organic Chemistry
• Physical Chemistry

The program can be completed in 35 credit hours.

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Master of Computing and Information Systems

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Master of Computing and Information Systems program is designed to emphasize important ap­plied areas of computing, providing background in the overall structure of information systems, in-depth knowledge in vital areas, such as databases and networking, and opportunities to learn a variety of other important, emergent, and current areas of computing, such as web design, application development, and computer security. Students will learn to design a large-scale information system to meet the goals of an organization, encompassing software, databases, networks, and people.

The program consists of 34 credit hours.

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Master of Science in Environmental Science

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Master of Science in Environmental Science program is designed to meet the needs of students and working professionals preparing for supervisory roles in environmen­tal science (research and management), with emphasis on a risk-based approach to the solving of environmental problems.

This degree will benefit students who are planning careers with regulatory agencies, regulatory compliance and management, research facilities, and consulting firms providing state-of-the-art assessment, management, and remediation. Students will be able to communicate effectively using the language, concepts, and models of environmental science in written, visual, and numerical formats.

Graduates of the program will be able to demonstrate ability to apply appropriate field-and laboratory-based methods (of acquiring, quantitatively and qualitatively analyzing and interpreting environmental data and information).

The program is 33 credit hours of coursework.

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Doctor of Philosophy in Materials Science and Engineering

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Materials Science and Engineering is a cutting-edge program, employing state-of-the-art analytical materials instrumentation not found anywhere else in the area between Cleveland and Pittsburgh. Incorporating the research activities from the YSU Center of Excellence in Materials Science and Engineering (CEMSE) and the Ohio Hub for Innovation and Opportunity in Advanced Materials Commercialization, this program promotes the synergistic interaction of industrially focused research efforts of faculty, students, and commercial research partners leading to economic development of the region. The Ph.D. is specifically targeted at producing graduates who can find employment as industrial research scientists or engineers.

The program consists of 90 credit hours.

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Master of Science in Mathematics

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th (International: April 15th)
Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (International: September 15th)
Summer Application Deadline: April 15th

The on campus Master of Science in Mathematics curriculum stresses theoretical, as well as computational math­ematics and is flexible enough to key a student’s program to individual interests and abilities. Re­ceiving a well-rounded education in mathematics, graduates can pursue a Ph.D., secure a position in government or industry, or further a teaching career. The department has extensive computing facilities that include microcomputers, workstations, mainframe, and access to supercomputers.

Students will learn to identify fundamental concepts of mathematics as applied to science and other areas of mathematics, and to interconnect the roles of pure and applied mathematics.

There are several options of the course of study that students can choose from that best fits their personal and professional goals. Options include:

• Predoctoral Studies
• Statistics
• Actuarial Science
• Applied Mathematics
• Secondary/Community
• College Mathematics
• Computer Science
• Individualized Study

The program consists of 33 credit hours.

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