Advance Your Career with a Graduate Degree from St. Edward’s University
Graduate programs at St. Edward’s University are designed for working professionals, career-advancers and changemakers seeking to strengthen their skills, expand their leadership capacity and stay competitive in a fast-changing job market.
Our admission process reflects that same focus and respect for your experience. Test scores are not required, recommendations are optional for most programs and application fees are waived for those who apply by the priority deadline — ensuring a process that is rigorous, yet streamlined for anyone who is ready to take the next step.
Learn More About Graduate Programs
Explore Our Business and Analytics Programs
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Ethically driven leadership for a complex business world
Online | Hybrid | Accelerated Completion Path | Leadership
- 36 credit hours
- Complete in 12-24 months
- Concentrations: Corporate Governance and Management, Digital Management, Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management, Finance and Global Business and Supply Chain Management
Master of Science in Digital Marketing and Analytics
Build expertise at the intersection of creativity, data and technology
Online | Analytics | Marketing
- 30 credit hours
- Complete in 16 months
Master of Science in Business Analytics
Turn data into insight, strategy and impact
Online | Hybrid | Data and Strategy
- 30 credit hours
- Complete in 12-18 months
Master of Science in Accounting Analytics
Prepare for CPA-level roles with advanced analytics skills
Online | Hybrid | CPA Pathway
- 30 credit hours
- Complete in 12–18 months
Explore Our Counseling, Education and Healthcare Programs
Doctor of Education in Leadership and Higher Education (EdD)
Advance as a leader and scholar in higher education
Online | Doctoral | Leadership
- 60 credit hours
- Complete in 39 months
Master of Education in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Prepare for BCBA certification through hands-on, online learning
Online | Clinical Preparation
- 30 credit hours
- Complete in 21 months
Master of Arts in Counseling
Develop clinical expertise through experiential learning
In Person | LPC / LMFT Preparation
- 60 credit hours
- Complete in 2–3 years
- Concentrations: Clinical Mental Health or Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling
Master of Science in Organizational Leadership
Lead change across teams, organizations and communities
Online | Leadership
- 30 credit hours
- Complete in 16 months
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
For working registered nurses who want to advance in the field of healthcare
Online | Hybrid | Leadership
- 32-47 credit hours (varies with concentration)
- Two concentrations
- In Person Practicums
An Investment in Your Future
A graduate degree from St. Edward’s University prepares you for leadership, management and professional success. Our accredited programs combine rigorous coursework, personalized faculty support and real-world skills to help you advance with confidence.
We’re also committed to access, with financial aid options including loans and the Yellow Ribbon Program for veterans—so you can stay focused on your goals and what’s ahead.
Why St. Edward’s University for Graduate Study
Graduate study at St. Edward’s University is designed to meet the realities of today’s professionals — combining flexible learning, career-driven curriculum and a connected academic community. Our graduate programs prepare students to grow as leaders, expand their expertise and make meaningful impact in their fields.
Flexible by Design
Programs are offered online, in person and in hybrid formats, with evening and weekend options—making it possible to advance without pausing your career.
Career-Driven Learning
Courses are taught by faculty who are also industry leaders, offering applied learning grounded in today’s workforce needs.
Austin and Global Reach
Located minutes from downtown Austin, with access to tech, healthcare, startups, VC and a global alumni network.
Cohort-Based Learning and Community
Graduate students learn alongside a diverse, supportive cohort of professionals, building solid peer connections that enhance learning and extend well beyond graduation.