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The Department of Educational Policy Studies & Evaluation is housed within the University of Kentucky College of Education. Explore our programs to see how you can prepare to make a difference.

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Lexington, KY 40508
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Find your path in educational policy studies and evaluation

Educational Policy Studies and Evaluation is an interdisciplinary department in which historical, philosophical, socio-cultural, and comparative/international perspectives are brought to the study of educational trends and issues, from preschool to graduate and adult education. Our department offers degree programs for students interested in both academic and applied careers, encouraging students to design a program of study that meets their individual interests. We have both full- and part-time students, and our graduates work in diverse educational and community settings.

Our degree programs in higher education offer transformative pathways to careers in student affairs, post-secondary administration, institutional effectiveness, and national policy organizations.  With a highly flexible curriculum, students engage with the complexities of academia, administration, and policymaking. Embrace diversity and innovation as you shape the future of higher education. 

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Department News

From Nigeria to Kentucky, doctoral grad pursues educational policy and evaluation career

While working in his home country of Nigeria at the University of Ibadan, it became clear to Olumuyiwa “Moses” Desmennu that pursuing a Ph.D. would be essential for his professional advancement and personal fulfillment. Last week, he celebrated completion of that goal as he walked across the University of Kentucky commencement stage to accept his Ph.D. in Education Sciences, but his path from Nigeria to Kentucky was a much longer journey.