Admission Requirements

Current undergraduate students interested in this pathway must meet admission requirements for the Graduate School eligibility requirements for Accelerated Master's Programs

Earn Graduate Credit Before You Graduate

As a current Ball State undergraduate student, you can begin graduate coursework while completing your bachelor's degree. You'll complete five graduate courses (15 credits) that make up the Neuropsychology for Teaching and Learning Graduate Certificate. Those courses may then be applied toward one of the following accelerated master's degrees

  • M.S. in Educational Psychology
  • M.A. in Psychological Science
  • M.S. in Quantitative Psychology

By completing graduate coursework early, you'll shorten the time needed to earn your master's degree while strengthening your résumé with both a graduate certificate and an advanced degree. 

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Why Study Neuropsychology for Teaching and Learning?

Through graduate coursework, you'll explore topics such as cognitive development, learning processes, motivation, memory, and the science behind effective instruction. Whether your future includes teaching, research, healthcare, or graduate study, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how neuroscience and psychology influence learning across diverse populations.

Career Opportunities

Graduates pursuing an accelerated master's degree may find opportunities in:

  • Education and instructional design
  • Educational research
  • Academic support services
  • Human development
  • Psychology and behavioral sciences
  • Healthcare and learning organizations
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