Fort Hays State University
College of Education
Fort Hays State University’s College of Education offers a number of graduate programs with online, hybrid, and on campus courses. These flexible courses offer students the opportunity to complete a degree or certificate on their own schedule.
The College of Education at FHSU has programs in Advanced Education and Teacher Education. These programs are accredited through the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) and the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
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Featured Programs & Degrees
Education Administration & Leadership
The College of Education’s Department of Advanced Educational Programs offers three ways to prepare students for leadership positions. Students can pursue tracks toward general leadership, school building principal, or superintendent positions.
Degree Options Include
Building Principal
Education Administration
Education Leadership
Master of Science in Educational Administration – Building Principal
The M.S. in Educational Administration program is 36 hours and prepares students for challenges facing school principals. The two-year program is additionally accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Admissions
Applications for this program are accepted on a rolling basis. Depending on each individual’s chosen pathway, the degree can be completed in two to three years.
Program Options
This program has convenient start times in the fall, spring, and summer terms. Students can choose full-time or part-time enrollment and complete all their coursework online.
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Get more information on the Master of Science in Educational Administration – Building Principal degree here.
Specialist in Education (Ed.S.) in Education Administration
The Specialist in Education (Ed.S.) in Education Administration program satisfies state licensure requirements to qualify you to serve as a superintendent. The program boasts flexible scheduling so that those currently working can pursue this degree.
Admissions
Applications for this program are accepted on a rolling basis. Depending on each individual’s chosen pathway, the degree can be completed in two to three years.
Program Options
This program has convenient start times in the fall, spring, and summer terms. Students can choose full-time or part-time enrollment and complete all their coursework online.
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Get more information on the Specialist in Education (Ed.S.) in Education Administration degree here.
Specialist in Education (Ed.S.) in Education Leadership
The Specialist in Education Degree in Education Leadership is designed for those in educational institutions but also those in private or community organizations. The coursework will benefit anyone with a background in education looking to pursue a leadership role.
Admissions
Applications for this program are accepted on a rolling basis. Depending on each individual’s chosen pathway, the degree can be completed in two to three years.
Program Options
This program has convenient start times in the fall, spring, and summer terms. Students can choose full-time or part-time enrollment and complete all their coursework online.
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Get more information on the Specialist in Education (Ed.S.) in Education Leadership degree here.
Master of Science in Counseling
The Department of Advanced Education online programs include combinations of interactive tools such as Blackboard, Skype, Google Apps, and more. This allows for a more collaborative experience when pursuing an online degree.
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling program offers courses online, as well as on campus during convenient weekend times. The School Counseling program allows mentors to teach theory and practice – students will be prepared to successfully complete internships during their study.
Degree Options Include
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
School Counseling
Admissions
Applications for this program are accepted on a rolling basis. Depending on each individual’s chosen pathway, the degree can be completed in two to three years.
Program Options
This program has convenient start times in the fall, spring, and summer terms. Students can choose full-time or part-time enrollment and complete all their coursework online.
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Get more information on the Clinical Mental Health Counseling degree here and the School Counseling degree here.
Master of Science in Education – English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Coursework includes linguistics, assessment, methods, cultural diversity, and more.
Admissions
Applications for this program are accepted on a rolling basis. Depending on each individual’s chosen pathway, the degree can be completed in two to three months.
Program Options
This program has convenient start times in the fall, spring, and summer terms. Students can choose full-time or part-time enrollment and complete their coursework entirely online.
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Get more information on the Master of Science in Education – English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) degree here.
Master of Science in Education with emphasis in Higher Education-Student Affairs (HESA)
The coursework in this program is designed to primarily interest and benefit those working in or looking for positions in Student Affairs. The 36 credit-hour program includes practical experiences, experiential learning, culminating portfolio, coursework to promote critical thinking, and real-life application of learning experiences.
Admissions
Applications for this program are accepted on a rolling basis. Depending on each individual’s chosen pathway, the degree can be completed in two to three years.
Program Options
This program has convenient start times in the fall, spring, and summer terms. Students can choose full-time or part-time enrollment and complete their coursework online or on campus.
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Get more information on the HESA degree here.
Master of Science in Instructional Technology
The Master of Science in Instructional Technology degree is designed to prepare professionals for educational systems in a global technological society. Students in the program will graduate as leaders in instructional technology by using and teaching multimedia tools.
Admissions
Applications for this program are accepted on a rolling basis. Depending on each individual’s chosen pathway, the degree can be completed in two to three years.
Program Options
This program has convenient start times in the fall, spring, and summer terms. Students can choose full-time or part-time enrollment and complete their coursework entirely online.
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Get more information on the Master of Science in Instructional Technology degree here.
Master of Science in Education
The College of Education’s Department of Advanced Educational Programs offers Master of Science in Education degrees: Library Media Specialist and Reading Specialist. The coursework in these programs lends itself to create a community of learners – even with students participating across the globe.
Degree Options Include
Library Media Specialist
Reading Specialist
Admissions
Applications for this program are accepted on a rolling basis. Depending on each individual’s chosen pathway, the degree can be completed in two to three years.
Program Options
This program has convenient start times in the fall, spring, and summer terms. Students can choose full-time or part-time enrollment and complete all their coursework online.
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Get more information on the Library Media Specialist degree here and the Reading Specialist degree here.
Master of Science in Education – Math
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Admissions
Applications for this program are accepted on a rolling basis. Depending on each individual’s chosen pathway, the degree can be completed in two to three years.
Program Options
This program has convenient start times in the fall, spring, and summer terms. Students can choose full-time or part-time enrollment and complete their coursework entirely online.
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Get more information on the Master of Education – Math degree here.
Master of Science Special Education Programs
The Master of Science in Special Education – Gifted prepares teachers to provide the appropriate education for exceptional children. The coursework focuses on practical challenges and needs of today’s students.
The Master of Science in High-Incidence Special Education is a 36 credit-hour program that concentrates on the needs and challenges of special needs students.
Degree Options Include
Master of Science in High-Incidence Special Education
Master of Science in Special Education – Gifted
Admissions
Applications for this program are accepted on a rolling basis. Depending on each individual’s chosen pathway, the degree can be completed in two to three years.
Program Options
This program has convenient start times in the fall, spring, and summer terms. Students can choose full-time or part-time enrollment and complete their coursework entirely online.
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Get more information on the High-Incidence Special Education degree here and the Special Education – Gifted degree here.
Masters of Science in Education – Transition to Teaching
The Transition to Teaching program is designed for professionals that hold a bachelor’s, master’s, or equivalent coursework in an area outside of education, that they are interested in teaching. This program allows for these individuals to begin teaching immediately under a restricted license while completing coursework to become fully licensed.
Admissions
Applications for this program are accepted for spring and summer semesters. Depending on each individual’s chosen pathway, the degree can be completed in two to three months.
Program Options
This program has convenient start times in the fall, spring, and summer terms. Students can choose part-time enrollment and complete their coursework entirely online.
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Get more information on the Masters of Science in Education – Transition to Teaching program here.
College of Education Endorsements & Non-Degree Programs
The College of Education at Fort Hays State University offers a number of endorsement and non-degree programs for educators looking to add a new skill or qualify for licensure without completing an entire degree program. However, these additional programs are compliments to other graduate degree programs offered at FHSU.
Degree Options Include
Building Principal
English Speakers of Other Languages
Library Media
Non-Degree Endorsement in Building Principal
The Non-Degree Endorsement in Building Principal is an accredited program to help satisfy state licensure requirements in pursuing a building leadership position.
Admissions
Applications for this program are accepted on a rolling basis. Depending on each individual’s chosen pathway, the degree can be completed in 18 to 24 months.
Program Options
This program has convenient start times in the fall, spring, and summer terms. Students can choose full-time or part-time enrollment and complete their coursework entirely online.
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Get more information on the Non-Degree Endorsement in Building Principal here.
English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
The endorsement for English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program is 15 credits. Coursework includes linguistics, assessment, methods, cultural diversity, and more.
Admissions
Applications for this program are accepted on a rolling basis. Depending on each individual’s chosen pathway, the degree can be completed in two to three months.
Program Options
This program has convenient start times in the fall, spring, and summer terms. Students can choose full-time or part-time enrollment and complete their coursework entirely online.
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Get more information on the English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) endorsement here.
Library Media Specialist Endorsement
Those interested in the Library Media Specialist endorsement must hold a current valid teaching license and master’s degree. The endorsement is 18 credit-hours.
Admissions
Applications for this program are accepted on a rolling basis. Depending on each individual’s chosen pathway, the degree can be completed in two to three months.
Program Options
This program has convenient start times in the fall, spring, and summer terms. Students can choose full-time or part-time enrollment and complete their coursework entirely online.
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Get more information on the Library Media Specialist Endorsement here.
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