Graduate Student Admissions

Earn Your Master’s Degree at the Speed of Life

 Whatever your reasons — to improve your financial situation, to find a new career, to advance your understanding, knowledge, and skills, for the benefit of your family — the Master’s programs and graduate certificates at Avila University are designed to meet you where you are in life. Here you’ll find professors with a true mentorship mentality and professional networks that will stay with you long after you’ve graduated. Flexible course scheduling. Small class sizes. Online, on-campus, and low residency formats. Accelerated 8-week course terms. Lower tuition, financial aid, and a limited number of scholarships are available. Avila University’s Master’s degrees and graduate certificates are designed and delivered so working adults, parents, and caregivers can succeed.

“These experiences made me more competitive when applying for Ph.D. programs and provided me with the knowledge needed to pursue my career further.” – Brandon Brewster, ’20

Avila offers nine Master’s: MBA, Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Education, Management, Organizational Development, Kinesiology, Strategic Communications, and in partnership with Saint Louis University, Social Work.

There are also graduate-level professional certificate opportunities in Executive Leadership Development, Workplace Instructional Design, Project Management, Strategic Human Resources, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging, Change Management, Strategic Communications, and Executive Leadership. An Initial Teacher Certification is also available.

Student Holly France a graduate student

“Professors quickly allow students to become leaders within the research labs.”

Holly France, current MSP student

Master’s Graduate Programs

M.S. in Computer Science
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M.S. in Computer Science
Foundations of computation, algorithms, software systems, and theory
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M.S. in Cybersecurity
M.S. in Cybersecurity
Principles of information security, cryptography, networks, and risk management
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M.S. in Business Analytics
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M.S. in Business Analytics
Statistical analysis and data modeling for informed organizational decision-making
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M.S. in Data Science
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M.S. in Data Science
Computational analysis of large datasets for knowledge discovery
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M.S. in Artificial Intelligence
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M.S. in Artificial Intelligence
Design and study of intelligent systems and machine learning methods
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M.S. in Engineering Operations
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M.S. in Engineering Operations
Systems optimization, process engineering, and operational performance analysis
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M.S. in Digital Marketing
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M.S. in Digital Marketing
Strategic analysis of digital channels, consumer behavior, and analytics
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Psychology, M.S.
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Psychology, M.S.
Choose from three concentrations: General Psychology, Mental Health, or Research
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Counseling Psychology, M.S.
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Counseling Psychology, M.S.
Choose from four concentrations: Child and Adolescent, Couples & Families, Psychological Assessment, or Research
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Online MBA
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Online MBA
Choose from nine concentrations.
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Online Organizational Development Psychology, M.S.P.
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Online Organizational Development Psychology, M.S.P.
Earn an M.S. in Psychology to excel in organizational development and change.
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Online Mental Health, M.S.W.
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Online Mental Health, M.S.W.
Earn an M.S. in Psychology online, focusing on mental health expertise.
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Online Strategic Communication, M.A.
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Online Strategic Communication, M.A.
Earn an M.A. in Strategic Communication, mastering content creation and leadership.
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Online Kinesiology, M.S.
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Online Kinesiology, M.S.
Earn an M.S. in Kinesiology online, specializing in biomechanics and injury prevention.
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Education, M.A.
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Education, M.A.
Choose from four MAEd programs w/certifications Initial teacher certification is also available.
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Kinesiology, M.S.
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Kinesiology, M.S.
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Strategic Communication, M.A.
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Strategic Communication, M.A.
Today’s Master’s program for tomorrow’s communication leaders.
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Graduate Certificate Programs

Workplace Instructional DesignDiversity & Inclusion Change Management
Project ManagementLeadership CoachingStrategic Human Resources
Executive Leadership DevelopmentStrategic CommunicationFinance (Online)
Healthcare Administration (Online)Marketing (Online)
Avila University offers eight graduate-level professional certificate programs that can be taken alone or as part of a Master’s degree.

Would you like to know more?


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Ready to Take the Next Step?

Questions? Contact our Graduate Admissions Advisors.

Rafraf Barrak

Associate Dean of Admissions for CIPGS & DSO Phone 816-501-2968

Sebastian Dancler

International Admissions Coordinator & DSO Phone 816.501.3764

Jennifer Franklin

Domestic Enrollment Coordinator (CIPGS) Phone 816-501-2955

We understand. Our Admission Advisors have worked with students like you and are empathic guides. We’re here to help.

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