MA in Evaluation, Measurement and Research in Kalamazoo United States | Western Michigan University

The Master of Arts in Evaluation, Measurement, and Research offered by Western Michigan University's Department of Educational Leadership, Research and Technology equips students for professional roles in assessment, testing, or research departments within educational institutions or other organizations. The curriculum is available entirely online, with HyFlex classroom technology enabling virtual learners to engage alongside on-campus peers.
WMU's Evaluation, Measurement, and Research program holds the distinction of being the world's first graduate program in evaluation.
Maintaining its interdisciplinary approach, the program welcomes students from diverse academic backgrounds across the university.
Our distinguished faculty members, recognized globally for their expertise, are deeply committed to both teaching and research.
The curriculum covers evaluation theory and methodology while developing essential skills for designing and managing assessment projects.
We emphasize the importance of social science fundamentals, as evaluators primarily work with qualitative and quantitative data collection, analysis, and reporting. Students develop proficiency in measurement techniques and both qualitative and quantitative approaches.
These practice-oriented graduate programs offer hands-on experience through participation in evaluation projects and funded research initiatives.
Graduates acquire comprehensive knowledge, methodological expertise, interpersonal skills, and core competencies to excel in evaluation careers or academic pursuits.