The length of your program for a master’s degree in Missouri depends on the credits you already have. As a full-time graduate student, you can complete your master’s program within a year, whereas part-time students may need at least two years.
Master’s Degree in Missouri
Continue Your Journey After Graduation
As any graduate of Jewell knows, learning is a lifelong journey. If you’re looking to expand upon your undergraduate degree in education or music, then pursuing a graduate degree at William Jewell College will provide you with an intensive and rewarding experience for your professional career.

Application Requirements for Graduate Programs
The application process and deadline varies depending on your individual program. You’ll need to submit a variety of documentation that proves you meet the eligibility requirements for admission.

Why Attend Jewell for a Graduate Program?

Authentic Engagement
We show up fully, honestly and with purpose. Grounded in relationships, we practice engagement in every space—listening, contributing and leading.

Innovative Thought
We question, explore and create. Curiosity is not a trait we admire from a distance; it is a discipline we practice.

Courageous Citizenship
We act on what we believe. Through critical thinking, ethical discernment and spiritual exploration, we cultivate the courage to engage the world, and the conviction to change it.
Frequently Asked Questions About Graduate Programs
Our Master of Arts in Teaching is designed for graduate students who have a bachelor’s degree in a different field and are not certified to teach. For these students, student teaching is required to gain firsthand experience in the classroom.
Yes, our graduate students also have access to our financial aid and scholarships at William Jewell College. However, these options must be specific to graduate students to qualify.




