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226 Master's degrees offered by the university

Software Engineering
The Master of Software Engineering programme at Pennsylvania State University will provide you with the technical IT skills needed for various IT and web-based careers, from applications developer to web designer.
Communication Arts and Sciences
The graduate program in Communication Arts and Sciences at the Pennsylvania State University trains students in communication science and rhetorical studies, with particular attention to political deliberation, health communication, interpersonal communication, public address, rhetorical theory, and the rhetoric of public culture.
Clinical Research
The Master of Science program in Clinical Research offered at Pennsylvania State University includes graduate-level course work in biostatistics, epidemiology, and health services and behavioral research, and provides knowledge and insight required in health-related research.
Biorenewable Systems
Biorenewable systems are the structures and processes that create and support biologically-based products capable of being continuously replaced through sound technology and management. The Biorenewable Systems (BRS) degree at Pennsylvania State University is offered as a resident instruction, research-based M.S. program.
Athletic Training
The Master of Athletic Training degree from Pennsylvania State University delivers a person-centered curriculum designed to provide learners with cutting-edge knowledge and skills necessary to excel as a versatile health care provider in diverse practice settings.
Social Work
Prepare for a career as a clinical social worker with the values, knowledge, and skills to serve the needs of our diverse society with the Social Work degree from Pennsylvania State University.
Human Resources and Employment Relations
Learn to factor human resources into the strategic plans of organizations. This comprehensive online Human Resources and Employment Relations degree program at Pennsylvania State University balances advanced theory with practical knowledge that can be used right away in your current HR position and as a foundation for future career growth.
Special Education
The purpose of the M.Ed. program in Special Education at Pennsylvania State University is to prepare educational service providers of exceptional children in advanced training in academic and behavior management strategies.
Enterprise Architecture and Business Transformation
Learn to link business strategy with tactical execution by gaining an interdisciplinary background in business, engineering, information sciences, and project management. This online Enterprise Architecture and Business Transformation program at Pennsylvania State University was created with the help of industry leaders, government, and corporations.
Civil Engineering
Students of the M.Eng. Civil Engineering program at Pennsylvania State University may specialize in: geotechnical and materials engineering, structural engineering, transportation engineering or water resources engineering.
Art
The Pennsylvania State University School of Visual Arts offers the degree of Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) in Art, graduate program supporting artistic work, academic inquiry, and creative investigation in the areas of ceramics, drawing & painting, graphic design, new media, photography, and sculpture.
Community and Economic Development
Learn how you can positively influence quality-of-life and development issues in urban neighborhoods, towns, and rural regions. This online Community and Economic Development degree program at Pennsylvania State University offers training in theory, practice, and techniques for addressing social, environmental, and economic issues.
Information Science
Acquire the knowledge and skills needed to meet evolving IT challenges in integration, security, and business continuity. This Information Science program at Pennsylvania State University is designed for mid-level information technology professionals who want to move into a leadership or management position within the IT field.
Systems Engineering
Collaborate with your peers as you learn to identify, analyze, and manage complex systems and processes. This cohort-based online Systems Engineering master's degree program at Pennsylvania State University encourages systems engineering students to build ties and gain perspectives from their peers in other disciplines.
Project Management
Gain a thorough understanding of all aspects of project management theory and practice in this interdisciplinary online Project Management program at Pennsylvania State University that incorporates problem-based learning. Penn State is a PMI Registered Education Provider.
Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations
The Master of Science in Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations program at Pennsylvania State University is designed to create a deep understanding of cybersecurity analytics and operations, by blending education relating to technology, incident response, strategic planning, and crisis management.
Ancient Mediterranean Languages
Students electing this program through participating departments will earn a degree with a dual-title at the M.A. or Ph.D. level, i.e., M.A. or Ph.D. in (graduate program name) and Ancient Mediterranean Languages (AML) from Pennsylvania State University.
Comparative and International Education
The Comparative and International Education dual-title degree program at Pennsylvania State University is administered by the Committee on Comparative and International Education.
Health Administration
The mission of the Health Administration program at Pennsylvania State University is to further student knowledge and skills in a continuous learning cycle. Students are expected not only to know the existing health system, but are to develop a capability for design consistent with demands of access to care, management, and control of costs and quality of care delivery.
Additive Manufacturing and Design
The overall goal of the Master of Science in Additive Manufacturing and Design and Master of Engineering in Additive Manufacturing and Design at Pennsylvania State University is to educate students and working engineers to become technically outstanding experts in additive manufacturing.