Academic Programs

The University of Northern Colorado offers graduate degrees, certificates, minors and licensure, available on campus, off campus and online.

Graduate Programs

Master’s and Educational Specialist Degrees

Doctoral Degrees

Doctoral Minors, Certificates, Licensure and Internship Programs

Accelerated Programs

Upcoming Virtual Information Sessions

Faculty are hosting several graduate program virtual information sessions. These are designed specifically for working teachers and school professionals who want to advance their skills, credentials or leadership pathways — without stepping away from the classroom. These sessions are purely informational. Current and former UNC students apply for free. Anyone who attends a virtual information session or an appointment with an enrollment counselor will get an application fee waiver code.

Physical Education and Physical Activity Leadership MAT

March 23 | 4 p.m. MT

The MAT-PEPAL program is a two-year, 30-credit master’s degree designed for physical educators, classroom teachers and other school professionals passionate about improving student health, physical activity and learning outcomes. Courses are delivered online during the academic year, with a two-week on-campus summer experience, making the program flexible and practical for educators nationwide.

School of Teacher Education Graduate Programs

April 14 | 5-6 p.m. MT

What you’ll experience
• Learn about School of Teacher Education master’s, specialist and doctoral degrees.
• Meet faculty who bring real-world expertise to every course.
• Get insider guidance on admissions, funding and program selection.
• Live Q&A with faculty and coordinators ready to help you take the next step.

Choose from master’s and doctoral degrees, licensure endorsements and graduate certificates in areas including:
• MAT with Licensure Programs: Elementary or Secondary Education, World Language Education, and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) Education.
• Master’s: Curriculum Studies, Literacy, Educational Technology and Multilingual Education TESOL.
• Doctoral: Educational Studies and Educational Technology.

Who Should Attend?
• Educators seeking advanced expertise or leadership roles.
• Professionals exploring a career shift into education.
• Aspiring administrators, instructional coaches and specialists.
• Anyone driven to make a meaningful difference in schools and communities.