ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ Graduate Programs by School

ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ’s graduate programs offer stimulating intellectual communities built on close interaction with faculty, academic engagement with peers and a university environment fully committed to inquiry and research. The nine graduate programs and their respective schools have received national accreditation and are recognized as academically rigorous programs at an affordable cost.

Learn more about graduate programs at ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ.

Dr. Jo Watts Williams School of Education

• Master of Arts in Higher Education (MHE):ÌýThe Master of Arts in Higher Education offered through the Dr. Jo Watts Williams School of Education builds on the strength of ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ as a national leader in active and engaged learning. Students are immersed in the study of higher education in a student-centered environment rooted in hands-on, experiential learning with a global perspective. Enrollment is full-time in this two-year, 36-hour program that incorporates study away, two internships, a paid apprenticeship, and a capstone project.

For ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ employees only, please refer to the part-time pathway ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ MHE. 

• Master of Education in Innovation (M.Ed):ÌýÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ’s 30-hour Master of Education in Innovation (M.Ed.) is an online part-time, distance education program designed for teachers who are active educators in the K-12 setting. Educators outside of the K-12 setting will be considered on a case-by-case basis based on their ability to complete assignments and practice requirements of the program. All courses are delivered online in the summer, spring and fall semesters with a combination of synchronous and asynchronous classes. The M.Ed program is intentionally designed to disrupt practitioners’ traditional concepts of schooling and motivate teachers toward more progressive visions and praxis.

Martha and Spencer Love School of Business

• Master of Science in Accounting (MSA):Ìý ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ’s Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) will prepare you to enter the job market with the skills and knowledge necessary to achieve your professional goals and gain a competitive edge in a growing and evolving field. Leave the program ready to sit for the CPA exam and prepared for a rewarding career in financial accounting, auditing, taxation and more.
• Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA)*: Prepare for a competitive career in the field of business analytics by mastering core business essentials such as marketing and management, while developing your skills in predictive modeling, business data mining, data visualization, and linear programming. The ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ MSBA STEM-certified program is designed for innovators and problem solvers who want to effect change at all levels of business. Open to people from all educational and professional backgrounds, ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ’s MSBA fits the career needs of both recent graduates and working professionals.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)*: Designed for working professionals in the area, ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ’s part-time MBA program can be customized to meet your specific needs. Earn your degree in as little as 21 months or set your own pace. Classes are held in the evenings from 6 to 9 p.m.
• Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Analytics: The Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Analytics is a great option for working professionals in healthcare domains, general data analysts seeking a career in healthcare and individuals aspiring to enter the field of data science without committing to a full degree. This certificate will prepare healthcare professionals and data analytics experts to transform modern healthcare through cutting-edge information and analytics technologies. (This is not a full graduate degree, but all courses can be transferred into the MSBA or 9 courses can be transferred into the MBA)

School of Health Sciences

• Doctor of Physical Therapy:ÌýÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ’s three-year, full-time Doctor of Physical Therapy program emphasizes a patient-centered approach to the profession. The program immerses students in science and research while teaching them the value of respect and communication. Forty weeks of hands-on clinical practicums reinforce the solid academics taught in the classroom. One hundred percent of ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ DPT students find employment after graduation.
• M.S. in Physician Assistant Studies: ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ’s 24-month, full-time program prepares graduates to think critically and act skillfully to meet expanding health care needs in local and global communities. Students will immerse themselves in a curriculum structured around active learning strategies through collaborative work with ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ’s faculty, scholars and practitioners in the field. Students emerge in two years as graduates prepared to employ the most current knowledge to care for patients’ physical, emotional, mental and spiritual needs.

School of Law

• Juris Doctor (J.D.)*:ÌýÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ School of Law provides students with an array of experiential learning opportunities, including full-time residencies in the practice of law and professional mentoring that readies students for success at all levels of law and society. The school’s rigorous curriculum, taught by a highly accomplished faculty, prepares excellent and ethical lawyers who have the knowledge, skills and judgment to make significant contributions in service to clients, the profession and society.

*dual-degree options

Explore Your Options: One of the most exciting aspects of the Fair is the chance to discover a wide range of graduate and professional programs. This fair has something for everyone, from those directly related to your field of interest to unexpected opportunities that may captivate your imagination. Expand your horizons and uncover academic paths you may not have previously considered.

Meet ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ Experts: Engage in meaningful conversations with various school and program representatives. These experts can provide invaluable insights into their programs, application processes, and what they’re seeking in prospective students. Get firsthand knowledge from the individuals reviewing your applications and shaping your educational future.

Networking Opportunities: Your network is your net worth, and at the Fair, you’ll have the chance to build connections that could shape your academic and professional journey. You never know which contact might open the door to your dream program or career opportunity. Seize the moment and connect with the right people.

Gather Vital Information: Are you curious about admission requirements, deadlines, scholarships, and more? Get answers directly from the source. This fair is your one-stop resource for gathering all the essential information you need to make informed decisions about your academic future.

Career Advisors at Your Service: Need help navigating the graduate and professional school application process? Want to polish your personal statement or practice a mock interview for graduate school? Schedule appointments with our exceptional career advisors using the . They’re here to guide you every step of the way.

Here’s a sneak peek of some of the schools and programs you can explore at the fair:

• Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis
• Campbell Law School
• Drexel University
• Duke University – School of Medicine
• Duke University/Fuqua School of Business
• ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ
• Gardner-Webb University
• High Point University
• Methodist University Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program
• North Carolina State University
• Nursing School Consortium
• Old Dominion University
• Princeton Theological Seminary
• School of Public Affairs | American University
• UNC-Chapel Hill School of Social Work
• UNC Charlotte
• UNC School of Education
• University of South Carolina
• Virginia Commonwealth University
• Wake Forest University – Bioethics Graduate Program
• Wake Forest University Biomedical Graduate Programs
• Wake Forest University School of Business

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore your future at the Graduate and Professional School Fair. Your academic and professional dreams are within reach, and ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ is here to help you turn them into reality. Mark your calendar for Thursday, October 26, from 4-6 p.m. in McKinnon Hall – Moseley Center, and let’s embark on this exciting journey together!

1101 Slater Road, Brighton Hall

Durham, N.C. 27703

For more information about the program, visit  or contact Jasmine Suitt, assistant director of graduate admissions, at (336) 278-7623 or email jsuitt2@elon.edu.

Koury Business Center, Love School of Business

Room 204

The information session includes a program overview, admissions information and a financial aid session. 

For more information about the program, visit elon.edu/msa or contact Jasmine Suitt, assistant director of graduate admissions, at (336) 278-7623 or email jsuitt2@elon.edu.

Online via Webex

For more information about the program, visit  or contact Jasmine Suitt, assistant director of graduate admissions, at (336) 278-7623 or email jsuitt2@elon.edu.

Online via Webex

For more information about the program, visit  or contact Jasmine Suitt, Assistant Director of Graduate ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ, at (336) 278-7623 or email jsuitt2@elon.edu.

Koury Business Center, Love School of Business

50 Campus Drive 

ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ, NC 27244

For more information about the program, visit or contact Jasmine Suitt, assistant director of graduate admissions, at (336) 278-7623 or email jsuitt2@elon.edu.

The Solution Center 

1101 Slater Road, Brighton Hall 

Durham, N.C. 27703

For more information about the program, visit  or contact Jasmine Suitt, assistant director of graduate admissions, at (336) 278-7623 or email jsuitt2@elon.edu.

Koury Business Center, Love School of Business 

50 Campus Drive 

ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ, N.C. 27244

For more information about the program, visit  or contact Jasmine Suitt, assistant director of graduate admissions, at (336) 278-7623 or email jsuitt2@elon.edu.

The Solution Center 

1101 Slater Rd, Brighton Hall 

Durham, N.C. 27703

For more information about the program, visit  or contact Jasmine Suitt, assistant director of graduate admissions, at (336) 278-7623 or email jsuitt2@elon.edu.