Research and Evaluation Methodology
Prospective REM Students
Take control of your future and build a high-impact career in research and evaluation methods with a degree from one of our versatile programs. With a variety of on-campus and online degree options to fit every schedule, UF’s programs prepare graduates for careers in education, industry, non-profits and government. Along the way, you will learn from expert faculty and apply your training to real-world questions that shape educational research and practice.
Gain the skills and knowledge necessary to work in data science, program evaluation, research design and other in-demand fields.
ON-CAMPUS PH.D.
Doctorate Program
Our Ph.D. program is ideal for students who have completed a master’s degree and want to pursue further training and develop an original research agenda in an area like educational statistics, measurement and assessment, psychometrics, evaluation or educational research methods.
Graduates of this program work as highly qualified faculty at universities, as methodologists and psychometricians for research and testing companies, and as evaluators for school districts and both for-profit and non-profit organizations.
Typical Course Load: 6-9 credits per semester
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-time or part-time
Average Class Size: 10-15 Students
Application Deadline: December 1 (Fall) and August 1 (Spring)
Program Completion: About 4 years
ON-CAMPUS M.A.E.
Master’s Program
Our on-campus M.A.E. program prepares students to become experts in research and evaluation methods and the analysis of educational data. The M.A.E is designed for students who plan to continue on to a Ph.D. in research and evaluation methodology (or another field) and who value an in-person, traditional classroom course delivery method. Students are required to write a master’s thesis.
Typical Course Load: 6-9 credits per semester
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-time and part-time available
Average Class Size: 10-15 Students
Application Deadline: May 15 (Fall) / October 15 (Spring) / March 15 (Summer)
Program Completion: 2 years (full-time)
ONLINE M.A.E.
Master’s Program
This online M.A.E. is designed for working professionals interested in meeting the high demand for well-trained specialists in program evaluation, particularly in educational settings. The program evaluation in educational environments track provides opportunities to make professional connections and work collaboratively to develop and assess the impact of social science programs.
Graduates of this program work in public and private sectors, including federal and state agencies, school districts, community-based institutions, hospitals and research consulting firms.
Typical Course Load: 6 credits per semester
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-time and part-time
Average Class Size: 12 Students
Application Deadline: May 15 (Fall)
Program Completion: About 2 years
ON-CAMPUS M.ED.
Master’s Program
Our on-campus M.Ed. is designed for students interested in developing applicable professional expertise in research and evaluation methods and data analysis. This pathway includes abundant electives for an individualized experience, and culminates in a practicum experience.
Program graduates find employment as data analysts, data scientists, measurement specialists, program evaluators and more.
Typical Course Load: 6-9 credits per semester
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-time and part-time
Average Class Size: 10-15 Students
Application Deadline: May 15 (Fall) / October 15 (Spring) / March 15 (Summer)
Program Completion: About 2 years
ONLINE M.ED.
Master’s Program
The online M.Ed. program is ideal for individuals with a strong interest in research design and analysis of educational data who prefer an asynchronous, remote learning experience. Designed for flexibility, this pathway offers numerous electives for an individualized course of study and culminates in a practicum.
Graduates of this program work as data analysts, measurement specialists, institutional researchers and more.
Typical Course Load: 6-9 credits per semester
Full-Time/Part-Time:Full-time and part-time
Average Class Size: 10-15 Students
Application Deadline: May 15 (Fall) / October 15 (Spring) / March 15 (Summer)
Program Completion: About 2 years
Educational Psychology and Research Specialization
Undergraduate Specialization
The educational psychology and research specialization is part of our bachelor’s degree in education sciences. It gives students a strong understanding of how people learn and develop in educational settings. Through coursework in research methodology, assessment, instructional strategies and educational program development, students gain practical knowledge they can apply across learning environments. They also build a strong foundation in psychology, evidence-based practice, and emerging technologies, like artificial intelligence.
GRADUATE MINOR
Our graduate minor provides a way for students outside our school to take research and evaluation methods courses, collaborate with a REM faculty member and have that faculty member serve as a member of their committee.
Students can choose a qualitative or quantitative focus. The quantitative focus provides a foundation in research methods, educational statistics and psychometrics. The qualitative focus provides background in epistemologies, research approaches, data collection and analysis methods suitable for qualitative inquiry.