The graduate programs at the University of West Florida offer small classes, personal attention from respected faculty, and hands-on experience working with local organizations. Our focus is on your academic success.
Founded in 1963, UWF is centered in Pensacola, with multiple locations throughout Northwest Florida. UWF offers advanced degrees in more than 50 academic disciplines. We have more than 3,000 students pursuing master's, specialist, and doctorate degrees as well as non-degree seeking certification programs.
Especially not money. Nearly 50 percent of our graduate students receive some form of financial assistance. This year alone, we've awarded $19 million in UWF graduate grants, Funding Opportunities, and loan assistance; $2.1 million in stipends; and $2 million in tuition waivers for graduate assistants.
Learn why our award winning faculty chose UWF to pursue their love for teaching and conducting cutting-edge research.
Applied Behavior Analysis 10:00am - 11:00am CST |
Dayna Beddick, Instructor |
Teacher Ready 11:00am - 12:00pm CST |
Tatiana Keith, Field Placement Leader |
Curriculum & Instruction 12:00pm - 1:00pm CST |
Chasity Manning, Graduate Advisor |
Graduate Admissions 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST |
Brandon Johnson, Assistant Director |
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST |
Dr. Shim Lew, Assistant Professor |
Exceptional Student Education 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST |
Dr. Keri Haley, Assistant Professor |
Reading Education 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST |
Dr. Susan James, Assistant Professor / Dr. Kathleen Heubach, Associate Professor |
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The College of Education and Professional Studies at the University of West Florida offers programs that prepare our students to tackle the challenges of the 21st Century by developing important skills that prepare them to enter the workforce or graduate school. Through innovative curriculum and challenging courses taught by high quality faculty and experienced practitioners, we provide our students with the foundation for a successful career.
Curriculum & Instruction, M.Ed.
Exceptional Student Education, M.A.
Education Specialist Degrees
Curriculum & Instruction, Ed.S.
Curriculum & Instruction, Ed.D.