College of Education News

Online master’s in child development ranked among the best

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Online Schools Report recognized Missouri State University’s master’s in child development program as one of the top 10 in the nation.

About the ranking

Missouri State ranked eighth on the list.

MSU was noted for its personalized degree construction. Individuals in the program have the opportunity to choose a third of their classes based on personal interest.

The program’s reputation, student satisfaction and 100% self-pacing of the program were all listed as contributing factors to the ranking.

How the ranking is determined

The Online Schools Report uses a variety of data sources to develop the rankings. The criteria for this ranking includes:

  • Acceptance rates
  • Earning potential
  • Online presence
  • Online program quality
  • Retention
  • Student satisfaction
  • Reputation

MSU was also recognized for having their program completely accessible online.

Master’s in counseling program recognized for best value

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Missouri State University’s master’s in counseling degree was recognized as one of the highest valued in the country by Human Services Edu.

“We created the list to help potential students find information about accredited and top quality programs,” said Kelly Simpson, outreach specialist for Human Services Edu.

Missouri State is one of only two schools in Missouri to be recognized.

About the ranking

Human Services Edu listed several benefits of the MSU program:

  • Missouri State provides an exceptional learning experience for the most affordable price.
  • MSU’s program is nearly $8,000 less than the state average for counseling master’s degrees.
  • The counseling program offers opportunities for service-learning practicums, cross-cultural experiences and hands-on learning.

Ranking criteria

Human Services Edu uses various criteria to determine a school’s placement on the list. The criteria for this ranking includes:

  • Must be fully accredited
  • Incorporation of scientific, evidence-based practices in the curriculum
  • High standards for supervised fieldwork experience
  • Demonstration of student comprehension and competence in legal and ethical standards
  • Opportunities for international travel
  • Online and in-class enrollment options
  • Stand-out faculty