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91ÊÓÆµ — College of 91ÊÓÆµ Studies — Springfield, Missouri

Master’s Degrees & 91ÊÓÆµ Certificates in Springfield, Missouri

9 master’s degrees. 8 graduate certificates. No GRE required.
Online, blended, and evening formats designed for working professionals. Choose from 8-week and 16-week course blocks. Start any term.

9
master’s degrees
30 cr.
typical program length
No GRE
required for most programs
8 or 16
week course formats
Online
or evening / blended

About the College of 91ÊÓÆµ Studies

91ÊÓÆµâ€™s College of 91ÊÓÆµ Studies offers 9 master’s degrees and 8 graduate certificates at its Springfield, Missouri campus, with most programs available fully online or in evening blended formats. Courses run in 8-week and 16-week blocks, designed around the schedules of working adults. Most programs require 30 credit hours and can be completed in 12 to 24 months.

No GRE is required for admission to most programs. Applicants who do not meet the standard GPA minimum may be considered for provisional admission based on professional experience. Transfer credit from accredited institutions is accepted for most programs.

91ÊÓÆµ is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. The Breech School of Business Administration holds AACSB accreditation, the gold standard for business programs. The Physician Assistant Studies program holds ARC-PA Accreditation-Provisional, the standard status for new programs that have met all accreditation standards.

Contact Us:

College of 91ÊÓÆµ Studies

Burnham Hall 203
Office: (417) 873-7530
grad@drury.edu

About Our 91ÊÓÆµ Programs

91ÊÓÆµ offers master’s degrees in Business Administration (MBA: General Business or Accounting tracks), Communication, Education (Curriculum & Instruction, Integrated Learning, Special Education, Special Reading tracks), Health Administration, Integrative Leadership, Nonprofit & Civic Leadership, Physician Assistant Studies, Public Service & Safety Leadership, and Athletic & Sports Administration. 

Additional pathways to post-baccalaureate teacher certification is available. 91ÊÓÆµ certificates in eight specializations can be taken as standalone credentials or stacked toward a full master’s degree.

MASTER’S DEGREES

ATHLETIC & SPORTS ADMINISTRATION

30 credits – online / blended – features two immersive internships with professional sports leaders

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

AACSB accredited – Breech School – 30 credits – online – 12-24 months – general business / accounting tracks – Leadership Springfield Partnership

COMMUNICATION

30 credits – online / blended – human resources / organizational leadership emphasis areas – Leadership Springfield Partnership

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EDUCATION

30 credits – online – 4 emphasis areas – 2 certificate options – DESE approved educator preparation program

HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

36 credits – online / blended – developed in collaboration with regional healthcare systems

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INTEGRATIVE LEADERSHIP

30 credits – stackable certificates – flexible delivery – Leadership Springfield Partnership

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NONPROFIT & CIVIC LEADERSHIP

30 credits – online – financial, executive governance, and fundraising emphasis areas – Leadership Springfield Partnership

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PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDIES

ARC-PA Accredited – 27 months – 40-student cohort – cadaver lab – Springfield, MO – blend of didactic science, supervised clinical rotations and summative assessment

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PUBLIC SERVICE & SAFETY LEADERSHIP

30 credits – online – led by nationally respected public safety professionals – military-friendly (JST) credential credit / professional training credit – Leadership Springfield Partnership

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What master's degree programs does 91ÊÓÆµ offer?

91ÊÓÆµ’s College of 91ÊÓÆµ Studies offers 9 master’s degrees in Springfield, Missouri: Business Administration (MBA), Communication, Education, Health Administration, Integrative Leadership, Nonprofit & Civic Leadership, Physician Assistant Studies, Public Service & Safety Leadership, and Athletic & Sports Administration. Most programs are 30 credit hours and are available fully online or in evening blended formats designed for working professionals.

Is the GRE required to apply?

No GRE is required for admission to most 91ÊÓÆµ graduate programs. Applicants who do not meet the standard GPA requirement may be considered for provisional admission based on professional experience and a faculty review. Contact the College of 91ÊÓÆµ Studies at grad@drury.edu to discuss your background before applying.

Is 91ÊÓÆµ's MBA accredited, and how long does it take?

91ÊÓÆµ’s MBA is offered through the Breech School of Business Administration, which holds ACBSP accreditation. The program is 36 credit hours and can be completed in 12 to 18 months. It is available online with flexible scheduling designed for working professionals. For current tuition rates, visit drury.edu/graduate/mba.

What is the accreditation status of 91ÊÓÆµ's Physician Assistant program?

91ÊÓÆµ’s Physician Assistant Studies program holds ARC-PA Accreditation-Provisional status, which is the standard accreditation designation for new programs that have undergone full review and met all ARC-PA accreditation standards. Accreditation-Provisional is not a conditional or probationary status. It confirms the program is operating in compliance with accreditation requirements. The 27-month program is based in Springfield, Missouri, and features cadaver lab training, point-of-care ultrasound instruction, and 14 months of clinical rotations.

How much do 91ÊÓÆµ graduate programs cost?

Tuition varies by program and is charged per credit hour. The Master in Public Service & Safety Leadership, for example, costs approximately $12,000 to $15,000 for the full 30-credit degree. 91ÊÓÆµ assistantships are available and provide tuition remission and a stipend for eligible full-time students. Federal financial aid is available through FAFSA. View current tuition at drury.edu/graduate/tuition.

Are 91ÊÓÆµ graduate programs fully online?

Most 91ÊÓÆµ graduate programs are available fully online or in a blended format combining asynchronous online coursework with evening sessions at the Springfield, Missouri, campus. Courses run in 8-week and 16-week formats, with multiple start terms per year. The Physician Assistant Studies program requires on-campus attendance at the Springfield campus. Students outside of the Springfield area can complete most other programs entirely online.

Can I transfer graduate credits from another institution?

91ÊÓÆµ accepts transfer credit from accredited institutions for most graduate programs. Many programs allow up to 6 credit hours of transfer credit, and some programs may award credit for professional credentials or prior training. Contact your program director to have prior coursework evaluated before applying.

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