Graduate Programming
From Advanced Study to Advancing Your Career
Maybe you’ve heard that a graduate program isn’t worth the time or money?
The numbers tell a different story.
In today's rapidly evolving job market, professionals with advanced degrees consistently earn higher salaries, enjoy greater job security, and are better positioned for leadership roles.
At Grand Valley State University, we help you turn your ambition into advancement by combining industry-relevant programming with flexible delivery and practical experience. Explore the categories below to find the program that fits your career goals!
Grand Valley programs are offered in the following formats:
Students are required to come to a GVSU campus for face-to-face instruction to complete the program requirements. Instruction is face-to-face.
Students are required to come to a GVSU campus for face-to-face instruction to complete the program requirements. Instruction is face-to-face, but some courses may be offered online.
Students come to a GVSU campus no more than one time a semester (e.g., one weekend, week, class session, etc.). Instruction is mostly online.
Students are not required to come to any GVSU campus to complete the program requirements. Instruction is fully online.
Graduate Computing Programs
Computing is reshaping our world at lightning speed. These rapid changes are unlocking exciting opportunities for career growth and innovation. That’s why our graduate programs in computing are designed to be both practical and forward-thinking, preparing you to lead, adapt, and thrive in whatever comes next.
Applied Computer Science, M.S.
Applied Statistics, M.S.
Artificial Intelligence, M.S.
Biostatistics, M.S.
Cybersecurity, M.S.
Data Science and Analytics, M.S.
Engineering, M.S.E. (Computer Engineering)
Health Informatics and Bioinformatics, M.S.
Human-Centered Computing, M.S.
Software Engineering, M.S.
Computing Fundamentals Badge
Cybersecurity Badge
Earn a nationally recognized graduate degree at one of Michigan's most affordable public universities.
Strong licensure and certification exam performance. Ranked #1 by Michigan Employers.
Graduate Healthcare Programs
Healthcare is constantly evolving, shaped by groundbreaking research and technological innovation. That makes now the perfect time to explore our graduate programs in healthcare, designed to be both practical and relevant in today’s dynamic landscape.
U.S. News and World Report
Grand Valley is ranked the #2 Public Regional University in the Midwest
Graduate Education Programs
World events, societal changes, and new education delivery models and specialties are changing the way educators teach and learn. We see those challenges as opportunities to grow, adapt, and thrive. Elevate your impact with a graduate degree in education and stay ahead of what’s next.
Education, Educational Leadership M.Ed. - Special Education Administration emphasis
Education, Graduate Teacher (GTC) Certification - Elementary
Education, Graduate Teacher (GTC) Certification - Secondary
Education, Instruction and Curriculum, M.Ed. - Early Childhood Education emphasis
Education, Instruction and Curriculum, M.Ed. - Educational Differentiation emphasis
Education, Instruction and Curriculum, M.Ed. - Elementary Education emphasis
Education, Instruction and Curriculum, M.Ed. - Secondary Education emphasis
Education, Learning, Design, and Technology, M.Ed.
Education, Literacy Studies, M.Ed.
Education, Special Education, M.Ed.
Institutional Analysis
Grand Valley is ranked the #1 by Michigan Employers
Graduate Business, Communication, and Public Leadership
In these ever-changing times, the skills and training needed to set yourself apart seem to be shifting faster than ever. From business to social work to public administration and more, our graduate programs make it easy to get the credentials you need to stay current or advance your career.