A master’s program that places high value on quality of evidence, statistical analysis, assessment, and psychometrics, as well as the use of research technology in producing evidence to inform policy and practice.
The Statistics, Measurement, Assessment, and Research Technology (SMART) master's program is designed to prepare individuals for work in research and assessment organizations focused on education, as well as psychology and social services.
The program provides understanding and skills in data collection, management, and processing; measurement theory and test construction; survey design; design and execution of randomized controlled experiments and quasi-experiments; assessment strategies; and statistical analysis and reporting.
Application deadline
January 15
Course requirements
10 courses (7 core Quantitative Methods courses, 2 electives, and 1 distribution course)
Typical course load
Fall: 4 courses; Spring: 4 Courses; Summer: 2 courses
Culminating experience
A general examination
Overview
The 10-course-unit minimum makes it possible to complete all degree requirements in 1 academic year or 1 academic year plus 1 summer session of full-time study. Part-time study is also an option.
In addition to coursework and a written general examination, students in this degree program are strongly encouraged to undertake a research apprenticeship.
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Our Graduates
Graduates of the SMART program go on to become researchers and statistical analysts in organizations such as school districts, government agencies, research centers, educational testing companies, and educational research institutes.
Alumni Careers
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Community Analyst Fellow, Education Pioneers/Dell Foundation
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Founder, Edumize, Inc.
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Policy and Data Analyst, New Jersey State Department of Education
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Statistical Analyst, Walmart
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Statistics Methodologist, IMS Health
Office of Admissions and
Financial Aid
Graduate School of Education
University of Pennsylvania
3700 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 898-6415
admissions@gse.upenn.edu
finaid@gse.upenn.edu
Program Contact
Christine P. Lee
Program Manager
(215) 898-0505
cplee@gse.upenn.edu
Please view information from our Admissions and Financial Aid Office for specific information on the cost of this program.
Penn GSE is committed to making your graduate education affordable, and we offer generous scholarships, fellowships, and assistantships.
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