MA Orientation and Mobility at University of Kentucky

Programme overview

The Master’s in Orientation and Mobility prepares professionals to teach individuals who are blind or visually impaired how to navigate safely and independently in a variety of environments. Through specialized coursework and hands-on training, students learn to assess mobility needs, develop individualized travel instruction plans, and incorporate the use of mobility aids and assistive technology.

Faculty: College of Education | Duration: 30 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall | Location: Lexington, KY, United States

What you will study

Internship options are available at a variety of locations.

Career pathways

Professionals in O&M are often employed in school districts, rehabilitation agencies, and Veterans Administration (VA) Hospitals.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate School requirements apply (not programme-specific): see the Graduate School admission requirements.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applicants apply online through The Graduate School application system; deadlines and supplemental materials are set by each programme page. Minimum undergraduate GPA 2.75, minimum graduate GPA 3.0, and 2.5 for graduate certificate applicants (programmes may require more).

Apply through the official page: https://academics.uky.edu/apply

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