University of Wisconsin–Madison
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Online Master’s Degrees for Educators

Grounded in research, our programs produce expert teachers, scholars, coaches, analysts, and leaders ready to drive positive change. Plus, with a commitment to flexibility, our online format allows working professionals to complete their academic journey at a pace that’s right for them, no matter where they are.

Advance your career with the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Education, the No. 1 ranked School of Education in the nation. Our School takes pride in offering multiple online graduate programs designed to support educators and those they impact.

Browse online master’s programs and choose your path.

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Sports Leadership, MS

Combine your passion for sports with your career goals by earning a Master’s in Sports Leadership. Backed by world-class experts, this program prepares students for success in their chosen field – from coaching to athletic director, and everything in between.

GENESSI MARLYS BRYANT is a teacher at Huegel Elementary school. She is also in the Prinicpal prep program at UW. 
Durning the day she shadows Huegel principal Huegel Kristi Kloos

Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis: Wisconsin Idea Principal Preparation Program, MS

Make a difference in the classroom and beyond with the Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis: Wisconsin Idea Principal Preparation Program, MS. Designed for aspiring K-12 education leaders, the program prepares educators for principal licensure with equity-minded courses, empowered by expert research.

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Education: Instructional Coaching, MS

Elevate your teaching career with our Education: Instructional Coaching , MS degree. Offered by one of the nation’s top educational psychology departments. This program was built from the success of our instructional coaching certificate that was part of the former MS in Educational Psychology for professional Educators program.

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Learning Analytics, MS

The MS in Learning Analytics is made for data-driven professionals looking to address the challenges in today’s learning environments. Rooted in quantitative research, this degree equips students to make change on a local, national, and even international scale.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse our programs, attend a webinar, and connect with program leaders to learn more.

Master in Learning Analytics
Director Julia Rutledge jrutledge@wisc.edu

Master in Sports Leadership
Director Sara Jimenez Soffa jimenezsoffa@wisc.edu

Wisconsin Idea Principal Preparation program
Director Tina Salzman tmsalzman@wisc.edu

Master of Science in Education: Instructional Coaching
Director Lisa Hebgen lmhebgen@wisc.edu