Welcome to the Department of Educational Psychology
The University of Connecticut stands among the top 25 public universities in the nation. The Department of Educational Psychology within UConn’s Neag School of Education is ranked by U.S. News & World Report at No. 19 in the nation and is one of the University’s most productive departments. We offer Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Arts degrees in Educational Psychology with concentrations in:
- Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology
- Giftedness, Creativity, and Talent Development
- Learning Sciences
- Research Methods, Measurement and Evaluation
- School Psychology
- Special Education
We also offer a Master of Arts in Educational Psychology with concentration in Educational Technology.
Recent Department News
- Independent Review Supports Parent Complaints About Special EdAn independent review of Colchester, Connecticut’s special education program has identified a number of concerns regarding organization, staff retention, communication with parents and the measurement of student outcomes. Tracy Sinclair weighs in.Posted on April 19, 2022
- UConn Faculty Winning NSF Career Awards at Record-Breaking PaceSince 2015, UConn has experienced a remarkable increase in the number of major National Science Foundation (NSF) awards bestowed upon early-career faculty members. This year, the University is seeing unprecedented success, with 10 awards already announced and more possibly on the way. The awards range from about $425,000 to over $1.3 million for Ido Davidesco, the first faculty member from the Neag School of Education to earn CAREER funding.Posted on March 27, 2022
- Should Schools Invest in the Metaverse?K-12 gaming experts including Mike Young say districts could get left behind if they don’t integrate related tech into curricula to facilitate virtual trips, AR projections, and more.Posted on April 12, 2022
- Neag School Graduate Students Launch Education Research JournalA group of graduate students at UConn’s Neag School of Education are heading up the launch of the School’s first academic journal. The journal is now welcoming submissions through the end of May for its inaugural edition, slated for publication in Fall 2022.Posted on April 8, 2022
- 2022’s Most and Least Stressed StatesLisa Sanetti weighs in on tips for fighting stress without spending money, in this recent piece from WalletHub.Posted on March 29, 2022
Upcoming Events
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Mar
24
RMME Summer 2023 Application Deadline!12:00am
RMME Summer 2023 Application Deadline!
Friday, March 24th, 2023
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Storrs Campus Gentry
Today is the last day to apply for Summer 2023 admission to the 100% Online Research Methods, Measurement, & Evaluation Master's degree program and the 100% Online Graduate Certificate in Program Evaluation program. For more information, visit: https://rmme.education.uconn.edu/Contact Information: Dr. Sarah D. Newton, methods@uconn.edu
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Mar
24
RMME Summer 2023 Application Deadline!12:00am
RMME Summer 2023 Application Deadline!
Friday, March 24th, 2023
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Storrs Campus Gentry
Today is the last day to apply for Summer 2023 admission to the 100% Online Research Methods, Measurement, & Evaluation Master's degree program and the 100% Online Graduate Certificate in Program Evaluation program. For more information, visit: https://rmme.education.uconn.edu/Contact Information: Dr. Sarah D. Newton, methods@uconn.edu
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Mar
25
CWP Teacher-as-Writer Workshop10:00am
CWP Teacher-as-Writer Workshop
Saturday, March 25th, 2023
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Storrs Campus Stern Lounge, Austin Bldg
Come share your work in an informal, welcoming and constructive gathering with fellow writers- all genres welcome!!
Teacher-as-Writer Workshops are monthly gatherings for Teacher Consultants and other Connecticut teachers who wish to share and receive feedback on their writing. We also hold writing retreats in the fall and the spring.
The writing workshops are held by the Connecticut Writing Project on the UConn, Storrs campus from 10am to 12pm in the Stern Lounge on the second floor of the Austin Building.Contact Information: dpieratti@swindsor.k12.ct.us
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Mar
27
Build Quantitative Research & Evaluation Skills Online!12:00am
Build Quantitative Research & Evaluation Skills Online!
Monday, March 27th, 2023
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Storrs Campus Online
Looking to be more competitive on the job market? Graduating and don't know what to do next? Want skills you can use at school, at work, AND in your everyday life? Check out UConn's Research Methods, Measurement, & Evaluation (RMME) Programs! Now accepting applications to the 100% Online RMME Master's degree program and the 100% Online Graduate Certificate in Program Evaluation program! The application deadline for Fall 2023 enrollment is June 16th. For more information, visit: https://rmme.education.uconn.edu/Contact Information: Dr. Sarah D. Newton, methods@uconn.edu
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Mar
27
Build Quantitative Research & Evaluation Skills Online!12:00am
Build Quantitative Research & Evaluation Skills Online!
Monday, March 27th, 2023
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Storrs Campus Online
Looking to be more competitive on the job market? Graduating and don't know what to do next? Want skills you can use at school, at work, AND in your everyday life? Check out UConn's Research Methods, Measurement, & Evaluation (RMME) Programs! Now accepting applications to the 100% Online RMME Master's degree program and the 100% Online Graduate Certificate in Program Evaluation program! The application deadline for Fall 2023 enrollment is June 16th. For more information, visit: https://rmme.education.uconn.edu/Contact Information: Dr. Sarah D. Newton, methods@uconn.edu
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Mar
27
CWP Summer Institutte Application Deadline12:00am
CWP Summer Institutte Application Deadline
Monday, March 27th, 2023
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Storrs Campus Austin 161
Contact Information: jason.courtmanche@uconn.edu
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Mar
28
Music Ed Master's-Info Session7:00pm
Music Ed Master's-Info Session
Tuesday, March 28th, 2023
07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Other Online
Master's Degree with Music Education Concentration
At UConn’s Neag School of Education, practicing music teachers can:
Complete a Master of Arts with a concentration in music education — in 18 months, or over the course of three summers.
Earn professional development credits.
Work with nationally renowned music educators, conductors, and composers.
Build collaborative and social connections with colleagues.
Learn innovative music-centered pedagogies to deliver contemporary music instruction in a diverse environment.
For more info and to RSVP for an info session, visit https://s.uconn.edu/MusicEdMastersContact Information: cara.bernard@uconn.edu
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