Big career moves begin with a graduate or doctoral degree from Elmhurst University.
Whether you’re exploring your future, discovering a new path or looking to level-up your career, our relevant and innovative programs equip you with the knowledge and hands-on experiences you need to go far and do well.
School of Graduate Studies Programs by Academic School
School of Business
Graduate Programs
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- MBA Option
Note: This program is for students who already have a master’s degree from Elmhurst University.
School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Department of Education Graduate Programs
- ESL and Bilingual Endorsement
- LBS1 Endorsement (Special Education)
- Teacher Leader Endorsement
School of Health Sciences
Doctoral and Graduate Programs
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
- Master’s Entry in Nursing Practice (MENP)
Note: This on-campus program is for students seeking to become a nurse and who already hold a bachelor’s degree. - Master’s Entry in Nursing Practice (Online MENP)
Note: This online program is for students seeking to become a nurse and who already hold a bachelor’s degree.
- M.S. in Nursing (MSN)
Note: This traditional Master of Science in Nursing program is for current RNs. - M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders
- Master of Occupational Therapy
- Master of Public Health
School of Science, Technology and Mathematics
Graduate Programs
- M.S. in Computer Information Systems
- M.S. in Data Science and Analytics
- M.S. in Data Science Option
Note: This program is for students who already have a master’s degree from Elmhurst University. - M.S. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Graduate Certificates
Graduate Degree and Certificate Program Highlights
At Elmhurst, we believe your graduate education experience must be built around you at every stage—a difference you’ll notice from the moment you apply. Whether you enroll in a part-time online program or a full-time graduate degree on our beautiful campus, you’ll join a network of professionals and peers who will support you during your studies and throughout your career.
- Dedicated program directors: Join a graduate program led by professionals and scholars whose top priority is mentoring you.
- Flexible formats: Choose from on-campus, 100% online graduate degree formats, hybrid or EU Flex options.
- Top-tier faculty: Learn from a blend of academics and professionals to gain expertise in both concepts and practice.
Graduate Programs for International Students
We’re proud to offer several graduate programs to international students that satisfy the requirements for F-1 visas or can be completed online from your home country. Browse graduate degrees for international students.
Why Earn a Graduate Degree or Certificate?
Whether you’re looking to make a new career move, earn a bump in salary or achieve your long-held goal of earning a higher degree in your field, enrolling in graduate school can be rewarding in many ways.
A graduate certificate, master’s degree or doctoral program brings with it a great sense of achievement—and a potentially higher salary. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics recently reported that earnings increase as you attain higher levels of degrees. In other words, “education pays.”
Careers You Can Secure with a Graduate-Level Degree
Graduates of Elmhurst University hold positions in diverse businesses and organizations all around the country. Here are just a few of the places our alumni have worked:
- Elmhurst Hospital
- Major League Soccer
- Monsanto Corporation
- Loyola University Medical Center
- Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
- Synchrony Financial
- United Airlines
Get ready to learn—and earn—more. Apply to Elmhurst today.