Ed.M. in Measurement and Evaluation
The Ed.M. in Measurement and Evaluation is a two-year master's degree. It provides training for a number of positions in colleges and universities, state and federal agencies, testing companies, and research and evaluation centers. Coursework includes psychometric theory, program evaluation in the social sciences and public health, quantitative methods, research methods, and psychology. In addition to the satisfactory completion of coursework, an integrative project is required.
Admission Information
Displaying requirements for the Spring 2025, Summer 2025, and Fall 2025 terms.
Master of Education
- Points/Credits: 60
- Entry Terms: Spring, Summer, Fall
- Enrollment Formats: Full-Time Campus-Based, Part-Time Campus-Based
Application Deadlines
| Entry Term Available | Priority Deadlines | Final Deadlines | Extended Deadlines |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | November 15, 2024 | November 15, 2024 | N/A |
| Summer | January 15, 2025 | April 1, 2025 | N/A |
| Fall | January 15, 2025 | April 1, 2025 | N/A |
Select programs remain open beyond our standard application deadlines, such as those with an extended deadline or those that are rolling (open until June or July). If your program is rolling or has an extended deadline indicated above, applications are reviewed as they are received and on a space-available basis. We recommend you complete your application as soon as possible as these programs can close earlier if full capacity has been met.
Application Requirements
| Requirement | |
|---|---|
| Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume | |
| Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed | |
| Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable) | |
| $75 Application Fee | |
| Two (2) Letters of Recommendation | |
| GRE General Test |
For admission-related inquiries, please contact HUDadmission@tc.columbia.edu.
Requirements from the TC Catalog (AY 2024-2025)
Displaying catalog information for the Fall 2024, Spring 2025 and Summer 2025 terms.
Measurement and Evaluation EdM / Degree Requirements - 60 Points
Measurement and Evaluation Core Courses (12 points):
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HUDM 5059 Psychological measurement (3)
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HUDM 6051-6052 Psychometric theory I and II (3 each)
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HUDM 6055 Latent structure analysis (3)
And at least 6 points selected from the following:
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T6416 Program evaluation in social services (3) at School of Social Work
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P8582 Program evaluation design for health policy and management (3) at Mailman School of Public Health
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P8640 Methods in program evaluation (3) at Mailman School of Public Health
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P8705 Evaluation of health programs (3) at Mailman School of Public Health
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EDPS 5646 Evaluation of Education and Social Programs (3)
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EDPA 6002 Quantitative Methods for Evaluating Educational Policies and Programs (3)
Quantitative Methods (15 points):
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HUDM 4122 Probability and statistical inference (3)*
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HUDM 5122 Applied regression analysis (3)*
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HUDM 5123 Linear models and experimental design (3)
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HUDM 6030 Multilevel and longitudinal data analysis (3)
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HUDM 6122 Multivariate analysis (3)
*HUDM 4125 may be substituted for HUDM 4122 and HUDM 5126 may be substituted for HUDM 5122.
Psychology (12 points):
Courses are taken in one or more of the following areas: developmental psychology, cognitive studies, counseling psychology, organizational psychology, or social psychology.
Research Methods (6 points):
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HUD 4120 Methods of empirical research (3)
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HUDM 5250 Research practicum in measurement and evaluation (0-4)
Other Aspects in Education (6 - 9 points):
One course in foundations of education and two courses in curriculum and teaching and/or educational leadership, chosen in consultation with an advisor.
Electives:
Chosen in consultation with an advisor and designed to strengthen and broaden the student’s professional preparation.
Culminating Experience:
A project that is conducted in consultation with an advisor.
Transfer Credit:
For the Ed.M. degree, 30 points must be completed under the auspices of Teachers College, including 18 points in Teachers College courses. A maximum of 30 points of graduate credit may be transferred from other accredited institutions. Only completed graduate courses with earned grades of B or higher will be considered for transfer credit. For more information, please speak with the Transfer Credit Coordinator in the Office of the Registrar.
The student files a “Request for an Allocation of Graduate Credit” with the Office of the Registrar. Once the Registrar’s Office determines the eligibility of courses for transfer, final determination of transfer credit is awarded at the discretion of the Program Director after evaluation of the courses for content and relevance to program requirements. The Office of the Registrar notifies the student of the results.
Satisfactory Progress
Students must also make satisfactory progress towards completion of the degree. A grade of C- or lower may result in dismissal from the program.