Fact Sheet
Research, Measurement & Statistics
The Research, Measurement and Statistics (RMS) program offers two degrees: a flexible Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree, online or on-campus, and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree. You will learn the theories, skills and applications in the fields of research methodology, statistical analyses, program evaluation, assessment and measurement/psychometrics.
Degree Programs
- Master of Education (M.Ed.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Graduate Certificates
- Institutional Research and Assessment
- Qualitative Research
Employment
Graduates of this program are employed in these areas:
- Academic and student affairs assessment
- Assessment and measurement specialist
- Classroom teachers and teacher leaders
- Consultants in research, statistics, and evaluation
- Educational administrators: K–12 and university
- Institutional researchers
- Market researchers
- Professors
- Program evaluators
- Psychometricians at testing companies
- Research and data analysts
Student Satisfaction
"As a full time working professional, choosing to earn my Ph.D. from Kent State University was one of the most rewarding decisions of my life. The curriculum provided me with excellent resources to grow as a student, professional, and person."
Randy Rair, Ph.D. '19
Assistant Teaching Professor | Bowling Green State University
"During my education at KSU, I had [the] chance to do research and co-teach courses as a graduate teaching assistant. My education deepened my appreciation for academia and helped me develop excellent research, teaching and leadership skills."
Ipek Ozer-Guclu, Ph.D. '14
Educational Program Manager | Evaluation Systems Group, Pearson
"My degree is the reason I have this career. The skills I acquired through the program are perfect for the evaluation work I am doing right now, as well as a foundation for other skills I may choose to learn and jobs I may pursue in the future."
Eddie Bolden, Ph.D. '15
Associate Director of Institutional Research | Case Western Reserve University